Main Street Carmel through the Arts and Design District
Ryan Dorman walks you from the library to the arts and design district.
Located in the heart of Old Town Carmel, Indiana, the Arts & Design District is the Midwest’s premier arts and design destination. It is home to interior designers, art galleries, showrooms, restaurants, antique stores and a variety of specialty retail shops.
Direct link to Carmel Arts & Design District website
Background:
This area has been part of the redevelopment plan of Mayor Jim Brainard to work with the Carmel Redevelopment Commission to transform Old Town Carmel from a run down and very neglected part of town into the vibrant and thriving Carmel Arts & Design District, while maintaining the area's historic charm. Before the real work could begin on the District, Mayor Brainard invested more than $10 million on adding storm sewers, curbs, sidewalks with brick accents, historic-style street lighting, improved streets and water mains to ensure that the Old Town neighborhood was brought up to Carmel standards. After those upgrades were complete, the redevelopment efforts intensified to bring galleries, unique shops, restaurants and the Indiana Design Center to the Arts & Design District.
To show their commitment to identifying the Old Town area as the Arts & Design District, the City installed archways over the main entrances to the district. The newly created district logo was added to street lights further branding the area and reminding visitors they were enjoying the Carmel Arts & Design District. Eventually, flower baskets, flower boxes at windows, benches, out door sculptures and bump out curb dining complemented the experience in the district.
Throughout the redevelopment of this area, the City has used public private partnerships to encourage investment by the private sector in the area. The City identified the best areas for redevelopment, purchased and combined small lots and combined them and made them ready for development, and created a plan for the area so that the private sector could come in and begin work more easily.
Today, the Carmel Arts & Design District is home to more that 11 distinct galleries, unique shops, boutiques, antique dealers, and restaurants for every palate. The vibrant night life in the District includes a wine tasting experience, live music, neighborhood pubs and even comedy nights.
Residential Options:
While the neighborhood in and around the Arts & Design District continues to thrive, additional residential options have added to the constant vibrancy of the area including condos and apartments above some of the commercial space and along the Monon Greenway, which runs through the heart of the District.
A Sound Investment:
The Arts & Design District continues to grow and offer more and more amenities for residents and visitors. We hope you enjoy this area that has truly been transformed into one of Carmel's most successful redevelopment projects.
Carmel, Indiana
Located directly North of Indianapolis is CNN Money Magazine’s 2012 Best Places to Live in the United States; Carmel, Indiana. This once sleepy town has been revitalized in the past 20 years. Originally founded by Quakers in 1837, Carmel exudes charm. Neighborhoods boast an eclectic range of architecture. Its residents include noteworthy sports team owners, CEO’s, and, at one point, the Vice President of the United States. With one of the highest per-capita incomes in the country, residents are also attracted to Carmel’s school systems, ranked one of the best in the state. It has excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, low taxes and easy commutes. With over 80 roundabouts, the most in any American city, commutes are quick and efficient. The Arts and Design District within Carmel is the Midwest’s premier arts and design destination and a host to interior designers, art galleries, antique stores, restaurants, and unique retail shops. The District presents a multitude of family friendly events throughout the year, making it a great place to play and work. Upscale retailers and restaurants are found throughout the city in addition to attractions such as The Carmel Civic Square, The Carmel Symphony Orchestra, The Palladium, and Clay Terrace Outdoor Mall. Carmel is also a stop on the Monon Trail. What used to be railroad tracks is now a bike trail that is over 15 miles long and runs through downtown Indianapolis.
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Walk down Main Street in downtown Carmel Arts and Design Distric
Ryan Dorman walks by bubs burgers, carmel high school, the arts and design district, state farm, evan lurie gallery, scottys, pint room, old town pub, muldoons, woodys, California closets and the monon trail.
Located in the heart of Old Town Carmel, Indiana, the Arts & Design District is the Midwest’s premier arts and design destination. It is home to interior designers, art galleries, showrooms, restaurants, antique stores and a variety of specialty retail shops.
Direct link to Carmel Arts & Design District website
Background:
This area has been part of the redevelopment plan of Mayor Jim Brainard to work with the Carmel Redevelopment Commission to transform Old Town Carmel from a run down and very neglected part of town into the vibrant and thriving Carmel Arts & Design District, while maintaining the area's historic charm. Before the real work could begin on the District, Mayor Brainard invested more than $10 million on adding storm sewers, curbs, sidewalks with brick accents, historic-style street lighting, improved streets and water mains to ensure that the Old Town neighborhood was brought up to Carmel standards. After those upgrades were complete, the redevelopment efforts intensified to bring galleries, unique shops, restaurants and the Indiana Design Center to the Arts & Design District.
To show their commitment to identifying the Old Town area as the Arts & Design District, the City installed archways over the main entrances to the district. The newly created district logo was added to street lights further branding the area and reminding visitors they were enjoying the Carmel Arts & Design District. Eventually, flower baskets, flower boxes at windows, benches, out door sculptures and bump out curb dining complemented the experience in the district.
Throughout the redevelopment of this area, the City has used public private partnerships to encourage investment by the private sector in the area. The City identified the best areas for redevelopment, purchased and combined small lots and combined them and made them ready for development, and created a plan for the area so that the private sector could come in and begin work more easily.
Today, the Carmel Arts & Design District is home to more that 11 distinct galleries, unique shops, boutiques, antique dealers, and restaurants for every palate. The vibrant night life in the District includes a wine tasting experience, live music, neighborhood pubs and even comedy nights.
Residential Options:
While the neighborhood in and around the Arts & Design District continues to thrive, additional residential options have added to the constant vibrancy of the area including condos and apartments above some of the commercial space and along the Monon Greenway, which runs through the heart of the District.
A Sound Investment:
The Arts & Design District continues to grow and offer more and more amenities for residents and visitors. We hope you enjoy this area that has truly been transformed into one of Carmel's most successful redevelopment projects.
Carmel International Arts Festival in Carmel, Indiana
A juried art fair with artists from all over the world exhibiting in watercolor, oil, 2D, jewelry, photography, 3D, wood, sculpture and pottery. Learn more at
Monon Trail in Carmel and Westfield, Indiana
With more the 500 miles of trails in Hamilton County, the Monon Trail is the premier experience trail. Connecting City Center with the Carmel Arts & Design District and Grand Park. Learn more at
Carmel Indiana - Arts and Design District Webcam
This webcam, controlled by The Carmel Police Department and
shows Main Street looking east into the Arts & Design Area.
Welcome to Carmel, Indiana: A Midwest Art-ropolis outside Indianapolis
Eight-time Emmy award-winning television host Michael Mackie was taken downtown in the City of Carmel, Indiana. There he was amazed by the array of lifelike and life-size bronze sculptures (by famous American sculptor Seward Johnson), set around the streets. 15 sculptures later, has helped transform the area from rundown to buzzy and busy. Read the full article on MyFavePlaces.com
french restaurant - carmel
La Mie Emilie is a great french restaurant located in the Arts and Design District of Carmel Indiana.
A variety of wonderful food and great desserts.
Old Town on the Monon Loft Apartments of Carmel
Old Town on the Monon: Luxury apartment living in Carmel, Indiana's Arts & Design District. 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments & Townhomes Located In Carmel Indiana Contact Us Today at 317-574-7368 or OldTownOnTheMonon.com
Carmel Indiana Mini Road Trip With Dacia
Dacia and I hit the road and head north for a day.
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Fine Estate Art - New Arrivals | Vintage Indiana Art | Carmel, Indiana
Fine Estate Art - New Arrivals | Vintage Indiana Art | Carmel, Indiana
We buy vintage art.
Fine Estate Art deals in vintage Indiana artwork including all pieces related to Brown County, Richmond, Indianapolis / John Herron, The Hoosier Salon, The Hoosier Group and the Indiana Dunes.
New Art Added - October 15, 2015
Sycamores in Autumn
Floyd D. Hopper (1909-1984)
Watercolor on Board
9 x 14 inches
Signed Lower Right
Brown County Farmstead
Adolph Robert Shulz (1869-1963)
Oil on Canvas
30 x 36 inches
Signed Lower Right
Autumn Harvest
John Elwood Bundy (1853-1933)
Oil on Board
9 x 12 inches
Signed Lower Left
Road to Nashville
Varaldo J. (V.J.) Cariani (1891-1969)
Oil on Canvas
30 x 36 inches
Signed Lower Right
The Ford
Frank J. Girardin (1856-1945)
Oil on Board
10 x 14 inches
Signed Lower Right
The Conversation
Frank Vietor (1919-2006)
Acrylic on Artist Board
9 x 19 inches
Signed Lower Right
Brown County Bales
Fred Rigley (1914-2009)
Oil on Canvas
16 x 20 inches
Signed Lower Left
We invite you to visit our gallery to see these fine pieces of Indiana vintage artwork.
--Curt Churchman, Fine Estate Art & Rugs
Vintage Art by Indiana Artists
Location:
Fine Estate Art & Rugs
200 South Rangeline Road
Carmel, Indiana 46032
(317) 253-5910
info@fineestaterugs.com
About Us:
Fine Estate Art deals in vintage Indiana artwork including all pieces related to Brown County, Richmond, Indianapolis / John Herron, The Hoosier Salon, The Hoosier Group and the Indiana Dunes.
If you have artwork you are considering selling, please drop us a note (info@fineestaterugs.com) or call us at (317) 253-5910.
We invite you to browse our website as we have listings for over 1,000 artists. With a few exceptions, nearly all of the artists we deal in have some relationship to Indiana and our state’s rich art heritage. We continue to develop biographical information for our favorite artists and share it on our website. Feel free to contact us if you can provide us with any additional biographical information about the artists.
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Living in Carmel Indiana
Carmel Indiana is a vibrant community just north of Indianapolis. Video features the lifestyle and features of living in Carmel, including the Arts District, Parks, Shopping, the Monon Greenway, golf and dining.
For more information about living in Carmel, visit us online at
Home to Indy Team
NextHome Connection
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Indianapolis, Indiana 46214
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Artomobilia in Carmel, Indiana
An annual summer event showcasing more than 400 enthusiast and collector cars in the Carmel Arts & Design District. Learn more about Hamilton County festivals at
To the Monon Trail! via Lenape Trace Park in Carmel, Indiana
Today's short clip is a journey through Lenape Trace Park in Carmel, Indiana to the Monon Trail's resting area at 96th street.
Lenape Trace Park mainly serves as a connecting trail to the Monon.
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Featured Carmel Art Festival Artist- Jacob Brest
Collectors Gallery featured artist Jacob Brest for the Carmel art festival.
Images of Jacob painting his piece entitled Pianist live in the gallery.
Carmel Arts & Design District: Second Saturday Gallery Walk 2
Enjoy the merchant events/activities, entertainment, culture and shopping
of the Carmel Arts and Design District.
Carmel in 1934
Everyone knew everyone else, all the residents participated in everything that was going on, from the plays at Forest Theater and the Golden Bough to the depates about paving Ocean Avenue. That was Carmel in its early years, according to Richard Criley. But, he says, something happened in 1934 that made people realize that there might be trouble boiling below the surface. Criley, who grew up in the Highlands and was an active participant in the happenings of 1934, will take us back to those surprising times. The recipient of a number of awards for his passionate, life-long defense of civil liberty, Criley is the author of The FBI v. the First Amendment, published in 1991.
June 1, 1998
Harrison Memorial Library, Carmel, Ca
Copyright 1998. For personal and educational use only. Commercial use is prohibited.
Visibility concerns at Carmel roundabouts
Visibility concerns at Carmel roundabouts
Spring Hill Suites Marriott Carmel - Carmel, Indiana
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Plans for new mosque now on hold in Carmel, Indiana
24-Hour News 8's Brenna Donnelly reports.