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When: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Where: Whole Neighborhood
Event Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/historic-meridian-park-neighborhood-wide-yard-sale-tickets-1992136124776
Details: All are invited for the Historic Meridian Park Yard Sale! This is a great opportunity to declutter, earn some extra cash, and connect with others in the community. Whether you’re selling household items, toys, furniture, clothing, or treasures you no longer need, every sale adds to the fun and excitement of the day.

Mark your calendar and start gathering your items – we look forward to seeing residences throughout the neighborhood participate!

If you’d like to participate, please contact Lindsey Shine at shine.lindseyk@gmail.com so she can add your address to the yard sale map (to be released closer to July 25) and keep you informed of event updates.

Summer Yoga in the Park

When: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 from 7:30 to 8:30 PM
Where: The Pocket Park, 209 E. 33rd St.
Event Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-yoga-in-the-park-tickets-1992818931068
Details: Join us for a relaxing and welcoming Yoga in the Pocket Park session right here in Historic Meridian Park! This free, all-levels class is a great way to unwind, stretch, connect with neighbors, and enjoy some fresh air. Open to all levels of yoga (designed to be beginner-friendly) and ages 18+. Event is free to attend but donations are encouraged to support the HMP neighborhood. The event is outdoors. Please bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, and BYOMS (Bring Your Own Mosquito/Bug Spray!).

Bequest from the Richcreek Family to the Neighborhood

Dear Historic Meridian Park Neighbors,

It is with deep gratitude and a profound sense of responsibility that I share some very special news with our neighborhood.

On May 17, 2025, our longtime neighbor and friend, Jean Richcreek, passed away. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lamar, in 2018. Jean and Lamar purchased their Historic Meridian Park home in 1978 and remained devoted members of our neighborhood for nearly five decades.

Their lives were defined by service, generosity, and a steadfast commitment to strengthening the communities they loved. Jean was a lifelong learner and a respected executive at Citizens Energy Group, where she retired as Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer after more than 24 years of service. She also dedicated countless hours to civic leadership, serving as Board Chair for organizations including the American Pianists Association, CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions Foundation, Near North Development Corporation, and Connect2Help, while also serving on the boards of United Way of Central Indiana and Indiana Landmarks. Lamar, a U.S. Army veteran who served in Korea, enjoyed a distinguished banking career before pursuing his passion for photography, earning a Master of Fine Arts degree and inspiring students as an adjunct professor at Herron School of Art and Design for two decades. To know Jean and Lamar was to witness lives lived with purpose, kindness, and generosity. Their legacy is woven into the fabric of Historic Meridian Park and our neighborhood is better because they chose to call it home.

It is in that same spirit of generosity that I am honored to share that the Richcreek family has made an extraordinary financial bequest in the amount of $106,983.41 to Historic Meridian Park for the benefit of our neighborhood. This remarkable gift is a lasting expression of Jean and Lamar’s love for this community and their belief in its future. While the terms of the bequest provide flexibility in how the funds may be used, the board has identified several areas that it believes would make the most meaningful impact, including neighborhood safety, beautification, new and special events, philanthropy, and strengthening the association’s long-term sustainability. These themes will help guide the board as we thoughtfully consider how best to honor their legacy.

The Board of Directors has accepted the responsibility of determining how these funds can best honor the Richcreek’s legacy while creating lasting value for Historic Meridian Park. As your elected board, we recognize that our role is to provide thoughtful leadership and responsible stewardship. We will approach this decision with great care, considering the long-term interests of our neighborhood and the values that Jean and Lamar exemplified throughout their lives.

While the board is responsible for determining the direction of this investment, we also believe the successful implementation of that vision should reflect the voices of our neighbors. In the months ahead, we will invite the neighborhood to provide input on the final execution of the board’s decision so that, together, we can create something that honors the Richcreeks and enriches our community for generations to come.

We are honored by the trust placed in Historic Meridian Park through this extraordinary gift and by the trust you have placed in us to serve as your board. We are committed to carrying out this responsibility with transparency, respect, and a deep appreciation for the legacy Jean and Lamar have entrusted to all of us.

Sincerely,
Karla Johnson
President, Historic Meridian Park Neighborhood Association

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History

The Historic Meridian Park neighborhood was farmland until the turn of the century. Then a bridge over Fall Creek and the personal automobile made commuting downtown much easier. This suburban environment, distanced from the noise and smoke of downtown, quickly became desirable and supplanted Woodruff Place and Irvington as the most exclusive and fashionable neighborhoods of their day.
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Vision

Historic Meridian Park is a vibrant, safe neighborhood with a strong sense of community and connectivity. The social fabric of the neighborhood promotes respect for diversity, helping one another, and pride in our homes. Residents of all ages appreciate the unique aspects of living in a historic downtown community and recognize the important role they play in shaping its future.