Mansion History

Long before massive concert halls and stadium tours became the primary way to experience performance, the heartbeat of Western arts and culture thrived in a far more personal setting: the salon.

Every building has walls, but not every building has a soul. At the Historic Hostess House, history isn't something trapped behind velvet ropes or frozen under glass—it is a living, breathing tradition that continues with every conversation, shared meal, and celebration held under our roof. In this special installment of our Mansion History series, we are featuring an episode from WIWU’s Crossroads Indiana series. This guided tour explores the remarkable origins of our histor

Welcome to the very first history feature on the Historic Hostess House Blog! Our mission here is simple: to preserve, celebrate, and share the rich legacy tucked away inside every corner of our historic landmark. To launch our historical series, we are thrilled to feature an exclusive lecture from our resident historian and board member, Sharon Wilson. Recorded live on June 28, 2024, Sharon takes us on an unforgettable journey through the captivating stories, hidden details,