Bartholomew video history project wins statewide award

The Indiana Historical Society is recognizing the Bartholomew County Historical Society and Public Library for their efforts on a five-part video series on county history.

The Indiana Historical Society has chosen the Bartholomew County groups as one of society’s Founders Day Award honorees. The Founders Day Awards recognize outstanding individuals and organizations whose efforts have enriched the lives of others by conveying awareness and appreciation of Indiana’s history.

The “It Began with Bartholomew” video series was recognized with an
Outstanding Collaborative Project Award. You can watch the video series on YouTube.

The IHS will honor Founders Day Award winners during a Nov. 1 virtual celebration hosted on Facebook Live at 6 p.m.