Newfields Annual Report FY23-24

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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Thank you for your support of Newfields throughout 2023 and into 2024. From record-breaking attendance at festivals to newly opened or refreshed galleries and from new community partners to more collaboration with local artists, you helped us engage, entertain, and enhance our guests’ experiences with art and nature.

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Letter from the Chair of Board of Trustees This milestone anniversary year has been one of transition and progress.

Board of Trustees (as of May 2024)

OFFICERS Darrianne Christian: Chair Anne Sellers: Vice Chair & Treasurer Shane Merriweather: Vice Chair Doug Singleton: Secretary & Governors Chair, Ex-Officio TRUSTEES Toni Bader Nancy Carpenter Ellen Swisher Crabb Regina Cross Alan Henderson Nora Hiatt Dr. Leon Jackson Stephanie Kim Sarah Lechleither John Lisher Ira Maher Kristin Mays-Corbitt Alan Mills Lily Pai Kathryn (Kathi) Postlethwait Myrta Pulliam Robert Scheele Rosemary (Rosie) Steinmetz Charles Sutphin C. Dan Yates Michael L. Kubacki, Ex-Officio

As this institution and the world have navigated the various demands of the times, the celebration of our 140th anniversary has put much into perspective. The steadfastness and passion of all the individuals who developed the Art Association of Indianapolis of 1883 into the destination location that is Newfields today is evidence of their belief in the importance of art to a thriving society. We are committed to honoring that same mission by being an accessible and inspiring anchor cultural institution that entertains, educates, and elevates our neighbors, our community, and all our guests, from near and far.

I am proud of the continuing passion of staff, donors, volunteers, and the community that honors and holds up our mission of enriching lives through art and nature every single day and am excited about and confident in Newfields’ next 140 years.

As I complete my third year as Chairwoman of the Newfields Board of Trustees, I am pleased to share this annual report that illuminates your impact throughout the 202324 fiscal year. I encourage you to take the time to read the stories within and to be proud of all that your support has helped make possible.

Your impact has been beautifully visible throughout the Indianapolis Museum of Art, The Garden, The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park, and the Miller House. As we continue to meet objectives set in the 2021 Action Plan, your impact is also being felt throughout the community in the form of several new and developing programs. You’ll find inspiring stories throughout these pages on our inclusion and support of local artists, our surrounding neighborhoods, and college students throughout the state, including the following specific highlights:

• T he launch of a new neighborhood membership program, which has now grown to more than 2,500 households.

• Just over $2,600,000 has been spent on acquisitions of works by Black, indigenous, and artists of color, and artists from other marginalized backgrounds.

• Community Engagement Managers, Julianne Miller and Clarence Cannon, have attended approximately 45 neighborhood association meetings in the last year.

• T he Community Advisory Committee has been reengaged under the leadership of new Chair, Dr. Leon Jackson, CEO and founder of the Diversity in Leadership Program.

• O ur Free First Thursday and Family Days have thrived with creative programming and record attendance.

Community access and support are also evident in our growing lists of community partners and local vendors. As an anchor institution, Newfields does more than contribute to just the cultural landscape.

In addition to providing transformational volunteer opportunities for nonprofit organizations and corporations, Newfields also supports local artists, entertainers, vendors, and partners.

To enhance the multi-sensory digital technology in THE LUME, Indiana-based digital artist groups debuted original artwork to accompany Monet & Friends Alive that continues in the current Dalí Alive experience.

To continue this mission of immersion and inclusion, the festivals—Harvest Nights sponsored by JP Morgan Chase in 2023, Winterlights sponsored by Bank of America, and Spring Blooms sponsored by Wild Birds Unlimited—all tap into local talent for heightened, multi-sensory experiences that dazzle and delight with the sights, tastes, and scents of locally owned and creatively curated menu offerings, live music and performances, and community art displays.

This multi-layered strategy has extended to our galleries, which have been refreshed, reopened, and reimagined with a fresh coat of paint and a broadened perspective. Work in Progress: Conversations in American Art is a model of planning, collaboration, and storytelling that was initiated three years

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before its opening in May of 2023. Director of Content and Interpretive Engagement, Tascha Horowitz, and Assistant Curator of Contemporary Art and Interim Curator of American Art, Dr. Michael Vetter, involved the Looking Glass Alliance, a group of five local creatives, in the selection and creation of American art that would resonate with all audiences. From the pairing of traditional with contemporary works to the interactive activity components, this refreshed permanent gallery was curated and designed to intentionally encourage reflection on the tensions of our nation’s history.

This is just one example of our commitment to global thematic displays, which is an arranging of art in new and approachable ways that crosses departments, cultures, and eras to focus on an overarching theme or question. With the hiring of The Melvin and Bren Simon Director of the Indianapolis Museum of Art, Belinda Tate, we can expect our galleries and exhibitions to continue on this path of ignited emotion and dialogue that will keep guests coming back for more.

In addition to amazing new acquisitions of contemporary African art, exciting exhibits ahead include Home Again in Fairbanks Park, Shinique Smith: Torque, Truth of Freedom: African Diaspora to Afrofuturism, Carlos Rolón: Threads of Resurgence, Matter of Record: Photography and the Creation of Medium, and Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting Edge Kicks. There is no limit to the activities, events, and partnerships Newfields can explore with this broad range of artist backgrounds, mediums, and themes.

Just as we focus on the total guest experience, we must also prioritize the entire campus with enhancements that enhance accessibility, safety, and sustainability. This year brought progress on several outdoor projects: • I n Fairbanks Park, a new parking lot features a water filtration system that combines asphalt, a bio-retention basin, and a rain garden along with additional lighting and ADA-compliant spaces.

•O ther environmental enhancements included riverbank stabilization, native plantings, and prescribed burns to improve the park’s ecological health and mitigate erosion.

• The Madeline F. Elder Greenhouse was restored with new safety glass and fresh paint.

• O ngoing and upcoming projects include the rebuilt Garden Terrace patio, the upgrading and reimagining of the Glick Fountain, and the revitalized Katharine B. Sutphin and Northeast Border Gardens with greatly improved guest accessibility.

• A nd further planning, design, and engineering has progressed for the Flower and Vegetable Garden, which will honor Oldfields’ history as a self-sustaining estate, create opportunities for Newfields to positively impact community food insecurity, and provide needed space for education and public programs and Culinary Arts.

It is because of your generous support that we can pursue the improvements that are needed to provide accessibility and safety for our guests and protect and sustain the environment. Your continued support prepares and propels us forward as we create world-class experiences, like two recent signature events: Midnight, our New Year’s Eve event was enjoyed by

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1,500+ guests and the Total Eclipse of the Art event this past spring welcomed over 5,000. And our exhibit at the Indiana State Fair, Artscape: Where Imagination Grows, drew over 140,000 guests in 15 days. We can celebrate all these successes, because of your support and that of countless other art lovers over the past 140 years.

I am also grateful for the Trustees, Life Trustees, Governors and the entire Newfields staff, volunteers, and docents who held steady throughout our leadership transition.

As our executive search continues, I must express my appreciation for interim President & CEO, Mike Kubacki, who came out of retirement because of his love for Newfields.

On behalf of all of us who love Newfields, thank you.

Darrianne Christian Chair of the Board of the Trustees May 2024

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Letter from the Chairs of Board of Governors Being part of the Newfields Board of Governors has been a rewarding journey.

We have much to be proud of and even more to be excited about as this diverse group of young and dynamic community leaders continues to deliver on its original purpose and mission.

This journey was initiated in 2018 as a task force selected by the Newfields Board of Trustees to develop the model for an advisory group that could also act as a Trustee pipeline. Today, four of these former and current Governors now serve as Trustees and in leadership roles for its sub-committees. It is exciting to see the model being so effective at producing future Trustee leaders and even more fulfilling to have participated in and witnessed its ongoing impact since the first Governors hit the ground running in 2019.

Board of Governors (as of May 2024)

OFFICERS Doug Singleton: Chair Madison Hromadka: Vice Chair GOVERNORS Tyrone Allen Richard Ash Michael Ault Dawn K. Batson Andrew T. Bridge Caitlin Byczko Andre Franklin Randa Franzen Gretchen Haehl Suzanne Janetta Aymen Kaboub Greta Krueger Louisa Macer Laura Michael Kit Clark Moorman Michael Pettry Aaron Reddington Katie Snider

From conducting listening sessions with various stakeholders and donors in that first year to acting as a focus group for innovations in programming and new signature events in 2023, the Governors strive to be a source of support and inspiration. We have worked to establish a culture that promotes creativity and collaboration to explore fresh approaches to strengthening Newfields and expanding its audiences.

By serving as an additional body of voices and perspectives, the Governors have been able to focus on diversity, accessibility, and community engagement. For example, the Governors act as ambassadors within their own geographic and cultural circles to represent and attract more diverse audiences that help shape the future of Newfields.

Beyond being community and brand ambassadors, the Governors’ steadfast commitment to DEIA initiatives has also

been financially fruitful. When the goal was set to establish a DEIA fund, the Governors pledged 100% financial support. We are proud to announce that this fund is now fully endowed and encourage you to read about its impact in this annual report.

Throughout 2023, the Governors also helped inspire and promote two new signature events—Midnight on New Year’s Eve and Total Eclipse of the Art on April 8, 2024.

It was amazing to watch both develop into truly exceptional and unforgettable experiences that brought joy to the lives of thousands of guests. You can scan the codes on this page to watch the highlights.

Being a Newfields Governor is a thrilling experience of camaraderie, connection, and impact. But the best part is watching each new class of Governors bring their collective capabilities, talents, and passions together for a Newfields that will shine in diversity of leadership, audience and artist representation, and community access for years to come.

With exceptional gratitude,

Lily Pai, BOG Chair May 2020-May 2023 Current Trustee

Doug Singleton, BOG Chair May 2023-present Current Trustee

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Newfields Welcomes Belinda Tate T H E M E LV I N & B R E N S I M O N D I R E C T O R O F T H E I N D I A N A P O L I S M U S E U M O F A R T AT N E W F I E L D S Newfields is thrilled to welcome Belinda Tate, who officially began her role as The Melvin & Bren Simon Director of the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields on November 6, 2023. She most recently held the position of Executive Director of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA), serving more than 3,300 students at its Kirk Newman Art School and over 100,000 patrons annually.

Since 2014, she oversaw all aspects of the school and museum, transforming it into a community-based organization with national acclaim and recognition.

Tate is referred to by many as a trailblazer and a transformative voice for the arts. She is highly regarded for her deep knowledge of the visual arts, as a scholar in the field, and for her ability to make a museum exciting and inspiring for all.

Her work has been recognized in the International Review of African American Art and with over 100 exhibitions, reviews, and articles appearing in myriad publications. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the American Federation of Arts and as a trustee of Phillips Exeter Academy. She has also served on the American Alliance of Museum’s Task Force on Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Inclusion in Museum Excellence and as an atlarge Commissioner of African American Heritage for the State of North Carolina, as well as a past Board Member of Association of Art Museum Directors.

Tate, who has curated over 50 exhibitions, is well-positioned to leverage the IMA’s 141-year institutional history, impressive collection, exhibitions, strong financial position, and engaging programs to serve our valued constituents.

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20 active loans to museums throughout the world 200 acquisitions (highlights on page 8) 15 countries represented by artists whose work we collected in FY23 41,327 objects in the IMA’s permanent collection

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Empowering Local Artists CO M MU N I T Y A RT S PA R KS A P P R E C I AT I O N A N D CO N N E C T I O N “ THE T RUT H O F FR E E D OM E XH I B I T HA S BE E N A TE STA M E N T TO TH E P OWE R O F ART A S A VE HI C LE FO R P ROMOT I N G R E P R E S E N TATIO N AN D COM MU N IT Y E N GAGE M E N T. ”

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In 2023, Newfields took significant steps to honor our 2021 Action Plan commitment to the community. This involved curating more inclusive exhibitions that highlight artists of color, individuals from marginalized backgrounds, and talents from our local community.

In the past year, 169 local artists shined throughout the Indianapolis Museum of Art, in the galleries and as powerful connectors in the community. Tascha Horowitz, Director of Content and Interpretive Engagement, says it best: “This museum is a space for everyone in our communities to experience art created by people who share their backgrounds or cultural contexts.”

This commitment is on prime display in the first-floor Bret Waller Gallery, a dynamic space for the diverse voices and perspectives that define Indiana’s artistic landscape. This past year, the Waller Gallery featured a range of community exhibitions, showcasing 169 local artists. From the Watercolor Society of Indiana’s 40th Annual Juried Exhibition to thought-provoking displays like “The Truth of Freedom & The Language of Race,” which featured artworks by Indiana artists exploring pertinent social themes, each exhibition offers a window into the cultural soul of our state. “The Truth of Freedom exhibition was born out of a conversation about equitable access to art and has flourished over the last three years. Exhibiting in the Waller Gallery has demonstrated the power of representation to inspire and empower artists and communities” said Guest Curator Angelita Hampton.

In addition to the Waller Gallery, local art can be found throughout the galleries and in special exhibitions. Reopening in 2023 as part of the reimagining of our permanent galleries, Work in Progress: Conversations about American Art offers a new perspective on American art spanning over 200 years. This installation sheds light on often overlooked stories, showcasing evolving perceptions of American art by artists, critics, and the public. As part of this reimagining, Newfields partnered with the Looking Glass Alliance, a group of Indianapolis-area creatives, to create content to display

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alongside our collection. Aimed at starting conversation, this collaboration brings forth historic and contemporary experiences previously unexplored at Newfields.

Local artist Walter Lobyn Hamilton prompts viewers to explore their own perspectives in the thought-provoking exhibition What I Have You Have, which ran August 2023 to May 2024. Through six flaglike works created from vinyl records, album spines, and covers, Hamilton delves into cultural memory and personal narratives.

He encourages audiences to disconnect from distractions and engage deeply with the artwork, fostering deeper connections and appreciation for our shared humanity.

We. The Culture: Works by The Eighteen Art Collective, curated in collaboration with GANGGANG and The Eighteen Art Collective, celebrated the creativity and resilience of Indianapolis’ Black artists.

The exhibition, which closed September of 2023, showcased diverse artistic practices addressing religion, identity, joy, and social justice, aiming to highlight individual talents, foster inclusivity, and promote engagement with equity in the arts. Formed in 2020 after painting a Black Lives Matter mural, the collective showcases diverse artistic practices addressing religion, identity, joy, and social justice. The Collective’s launch was supported by GANGGANG, an Indianapolisbased cultural development firm that works to bring more beauty, equity, and culture to cities. While the exhibition showcased the collective, its goal was to introduce the artists as individuals and creative professionals beyond their roles in the street mural and to highlight the immense pool of artistic talent active in Indianapolis.

“We. The Culture was so well received by the community,” said Julianne Miller, Newfields Community Engagement Manager. “It was an opportunity for countless community members to see themselves reflected in the work on our walls. Besides garnering support from the community for its relevance, it also fostered the enthusiastic participation from friends, colleagues, neighbors, and advocates of these artists.”

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FY23 Acquisitions Guided by our values of stewardship, inclusivity, service, and excellence, our curators seek artworks that not only enrich our collection but also foster meaningful engagement with social and artistic dialogues. These acquisitions prompt discussions on social and historical topics such as gender, immigration, identity, and others, enriching visitor experiences and transcending cultural boundaries. Here are some of the new acquisitions that embody our mission to create exceptional experiences that bridge art and nature, past and future, and local and global perspectives.

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1 I nstallation view of Stephen Sprouse: Rock | Art | Fashion. Artworks © Stephen Sprouse.

2 J ean-Antoine Watteau (French, 1684–1721), Three Studies of a Seated Woman.

3 M ary Sibande (South African, b. 1982), In Conversation with Madam CJ Walker.

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4 R ichard Hunt (American, 1935–2023), Standing Form.

5 M ochizuki Gyokusen (Japanese, 1834–1913), Geese and Reeds in Snow.

6 N orman Teague (American, b. 1968) and Yohance J. Lacour (American, b. 1973), Africana rocking chair.

7 A dam B. Walter (American, 1820–1875) and John Martin (English, 1789–1854), Belshazzar’s Feast.

8 M arie D. Webster (American, 1859–1956),

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Nasturtium Wreath (quilt).

9 Worden Day (American, 1912–1986), Now Flowing (detail).

10 A na T. Fernández (Mexican, b. 1981), Borrando la Frontera (Erasing the Border) 02 (detail).

11 A pril Bey (Bahamian, b. 1987), Atlantican Archives: A Group of Beyoncés Founded Earth Feminism.

See full photo credits on page 48.

FY24 Acquisitions will be highlighted in the next issue of Advancing Newfields.

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T HAN K YOU TO R E T I R E D C U R ATO RS John Teramoto, Annette Schlagenhauff, and Niloo Paydar

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We extend our deepest gratitude to the longtime curators who retired in 2023. Their passion for their areas of expertise has left an indelible mark on the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, inspiring countless visitors and shaping our institution’s cultural landscape. Thank you for your invaluable contributions to the IMA.

John Teramoto

Annette Schlagenhauff

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Landmark Acquisition “ S E VE N T Y YE ARS AGO, MY GR AN D PAR E N TS , FATHER, AND U NC LE AL L E N E STABL IS H E D TH E C LOWE S F U N D TO E N SU RE T HAT T HE C LOWES CO L L EC TIO N O F ART WA S PRO P E R LY C AR E D FO R AND ACC ESSI B LE TO T HE P U BL IC . . . . WE AR E PL E A S E D THAT TH E COM PL E TE C LOWES CO LLEC T I O N WIL L BE PART O F N E WF IE L DS ’ M IS S IO N FO R GE N ERAT I O NS TO COME.”

— J O N AT H A N C LOWE S , P R E S I D E N T O F T H E C LOWE S F U N D

This catalogue presents new discoveries at the intersection of art, history, and conservation in an accessible format available to anyone with internet.

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EXPANDING ACCESS TO EXCELLENCE Newfields is grateful to have received the final transfer of previous long-term loan and cornerstone artwork, Self-Portrait by Rembrandt van Rijn (Dutch, 1606-1669) in early May of 2023. For four generations, The Clowes Fund has worked with the IMA to share the incredible Clowes Collection of European Old Masters with the Indianapolis community. The collection was assembled by Dr. George H.A. Clowes (1877-1958) and his wife, Edith Whitehill Clowes (1885-1967), and is of critical significance to IMA history, forming the core of our European, pre-1800 collection.

Also in May of 2023, the Association of Art Museum Curators (AAMC) awarded Newfields with the 2023 Award for Excellence for Digital Publication at the annual AAMC Conference for the digital publication MASTERPIECES from the CLOWES COLLECTION: Paintings. The catalogue features several innovative digital tools including high-resolution, zoomable images of artworks and conservation imagery.

The new catalog is available online and in the IMA Galleries as part of the Clowes Pavilion Reimagined, which re-opened in 2022. The installation showcases 100 objects spanning various periods, cultures, and media, offering a fresh perspective on significant social and historical themes. The Clowes Pavilion Reimagined was made possible with support from Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation and The Clowes Fund.

Kjell M. Wangensteen, PhD, Associate Curator of Gallery Teaching and Dylan Remeš Jensen, Editor and Manager of Publications pictured accepting award.

The following individuals also collaborated on the digital publication: Annette Schlagenhauff, PhD, Curator Emeritus of European Art, Roxane Sperber, Clowes Associate Conservator of Paintings, Daniel Keller, Senior Software Developer, Jill Dodge, Interactive Designer, Samantha Norling, Data Architect and Newfields Lab Manager, Samantha McCain Veach, Manager of Media, Celina Wu, Exhibitions and Experience Project Manager and Eric Lubrick, Senior Photographer.

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Art Conservation H I G H -T E C H G I F T A D VA N C E S A R T P R E S E R VAT I O N

The Indianapolis Museum of Art conservation team includes the Conservation Science Lab and the Conservation Department.

Often working collaboratively, they handle a wide range of research and analysis projects, from simple inquiries about material composition to complex investigations into the integrity and authenticity of works in our collection. Recent projects include analyzing dyestuffs from a 17th-century tapestry, uncovering unusual pigments in Himalayan paintings, and collaborating on a new protocol for radiocarbon dating of ancient textiles. Additionally, the labs collaborated to conduct technical studies on paintings by the renowned Pissarro family, with results soon to be published in an online catalog detailing their working methods and place in the history of Impressionist and NeoImpressionist art.

With the support of a generous group of donors, the Conservation team was able to purchase a Carestream x-radiography scanning system in early 2023. This state-of-the-art technology has revolutionized Newfields’ capabilities for the study, treatment, and preservation of art, marking a significant step forward that builds on the long-standing impact of x-ray technology in art conservation.

From its early use in examining iconic works like Johannes Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring to today, the x-ray scanner has been an invaluable

tool for uncovering hidden details, assessing structural integrity, and analyzing materials in artworks. This deepens our understanding of the artistic process and preserving cultural heritage.

The new digital plate scanner at the IMA offers higher resolution imagery, allowing for meticulous examination of even the most intricate details without causing damage to the objects being studied.

Special thanks to Sarah and John Lechleiter, the R.B. Annis Educational Foundation, the Frenzel Family Charitable Foundation, and the Carter family, along with many other passionate supporters who share a deep commitment to preserving cultural heritage and driving technological advancement in art conservation for supporting this technology upgrade and many others.

Looking ahead, we will continue to prioritize maintaining and expanding our technological and analytical resources. The IMA Conservation team looks forward to similarly upgrading infrared reflectography equipment to enhance our ability to understand how artworks were created and devise conservation strategies.

With continued support, we can enhance our ability to safeguard and study artworks effectively.

Newfields remains committed to upholding the highest standards of excellence and stewardship, ensuring that our invaluable work continues to enrich and inspire generations to come.

X-rays of the helmet pictured, part of the Samurai armor (hotoke-dō tōsei gusoku) bearing family crest of Inaba clan, 2017.65A.1-R, piece, revealed the construction of the helmet which helps the Conservation Department know how to best support it during exhibition and storage.

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Honoring Decades of Impact KAT HRYN AN D L EONAR D J . B ETL EY AWARD E D 202 3 DI ST I NG UI S H ED S ERVI C E AWAR D

Upcoming Exhibitions THE LUME Indianapolis featuring Dalí Alive Indianapolis Museum of Art Galleries, 4th Floor Open through March 2025

The Message is the Medium: Contemporary Art Allen Whitehill Clowes Special Exhibition Gallery, 2nd Floor Now Open

Femme Forward: Women in Design Contemporary Design Gallery, 3rd floor Now Open

Home Again The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park Now Open

Shinique Smith: Torque Kathryn “Katie” Betley, immediate past Chair of the Newfields Board of Trustees, 2018-20, and her late husband Leonard “Len” J. Betley were recognized with the Distinguished Service Award at the Chair’s Dinner on November 11, 2023. Their leadership, service, and support of Newfields spans

Efroymson Family Entrance Pavilion July 19, 2024 – May 25, 2025

Watercolor Society of Indiana 42nd Annual Juried Exhibition Bret Waller Gallery, 1st Floor August 2, 2024 – September 28, 2024

decades with significant impact on The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park and the Asian art galleries and collection. Scan the code to the right to learn more about their Newfields story.

Artscape: Where Imagination Grows at the Indiana State Fair Indiana State Fairgrounds, Harvest Pavilion August 2, 2024 – August 18, 2024

Hilos de resurgimiento D I S T I N G U I S H E D S E R V I C E AWA R D R E C I P I E N T S 2015 Randy Deer* Mark Holeman* Anna White* Richard Wood* 2016 Ed Fehnel Ann Stack 2018 Kay Koch

2019 Serio Aguilera and Lori Efroymson-Aguilera 2020

Davis Lab, 2nd Floor August 23, 2024 – March 30, 2025

Matter of Record: Photography and the Creation of Meaning June M. McCormack Forefront Galleries, 2nd Floor September 13, 2024 – April 6, 2025

Pat and Jim LaCrosse 2021 Fran* and Roger Hurwitz

Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting Edge Kicks Paul Textile & Fashion Arts Galleries, 3rd Floor September 27, 2024 – January 19, 2025

2023 Kathryn and Leonard* J. Betley

Dorit and Gerald* Paul * deceased

Better Together: ArtMix’s Snapshot of True Inclusion Bret Waller Gallery, 1st Floor October 11, 2024 – November 24, 2024

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T H E L EGAC Y O F M I L L E R H O US E AN D GAR D E N Amidst the enchanting landscape of the Miller House and Garden, where architectural innovation meets natural splendor, the profound impact of donors emerges as a cornerstone of its preservation.

Commissioned in 1953 by J. Irwin Miller and his wife Xenia Simons Miller, this mid-century marvel is hailed for its Modernist design and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape.

Designed by luminaries Eero Saarinen, Alexander Girard, and Dan Kiley, every corner exudes an air of timeless elegance and innovation.

Guests cherish Miller House for its immersive experience. “The intricate design, from marble

walls to captivating gardens, leaves an indelible impression,” Newfields’ Site Administrator Ben Wever said. Such sites “inspire identity and pride,” making preservation vital for future generations.

Maintaining this architectural gem requires not just admiration, but also diligent stewardship and financial support. “Safeguarding this cultural treasure requires meticulous upkeep and strategic partnerships,” said Wever.

of stewardship, Chris and Dominee Burton quickly stepped in to replace all 40 trees to help preserve a defining element of the garden. The next year Will Miller and Lynne Maguire, Hutch and Kevina Schumaker, and Rick and Alice Johnson funded the wholesale replacement of the south apple orchard. “Their contributions resonate deeply both in preserving Dan Kiley’s design and in the embodiment of community stewardship beyond philanthropy,” Wever said.

In 2022, Newfields embarked on a crucial preservation project to protect the garden’s historical green spaces, including the north apple orchard. In the spirit

As the custodians of this National Historic Landmark, Newfields embraces the responsibility to address capital needs and prioritize essential restoration projects.

In 2019, Newfields received a $170,000 grant from the Getty Foundation, ‘Keeping it Modern,’ which funded a comprehensive Conservation Management Plan and serves as a guide for the path forward, delineating crucial areas for renovation and funding.

Among imminent priorities is restoring the terrazzo (flooring that surrounds the house) to address accessibility challenges caused by shifting and cracking. We are grateful to the Miller Family and other generous donors for their unwavering support.

Your partnership fuels our preservation efforts, ensuring this cultural gem inspires generations to come.

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Inspiring Sustainable Growth and Connectivity E X P L O R I N G N AT U R E AT N E W F I E L D S

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Exploring the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park Thanks to the support of the Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation, the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park has played a pivotal role in community engagement and conservation efforts at Newfields for over a decade. With a commitment to environmental stewardship, the 100-acre park features nurtured ecosystems and landscapes that not only inspire but are also environmentally sustainable.

As visitors arrive, they are greeted by a newly expanded parking lot, a feat of engineering and design. Through extensive planning, Newfields tripled parking capacity, ensuring easy and safe access for all guests. The lot includes environmentally conscious features like permeable pavers and a new bioretention rain garden sponsored by the Indianapolis Garden Club. Plantings for the parking lot area incorporate 75 native species, which serve to enhance biodiversity in the park, provide ecosystem services (including bioretention of parking lot runoff), and inspire park visitors to use native plants in their home gardens.

In conjunction with the upgraded parking lot, Newfields is implementing erosion mitigation measures throughout the park, including building berms along the riverbank and installing bioswales and native plantings to filter stormwater. The annual prescribed burn, supported by longtime advocate David Rogers, is also essential for maintaining the park’s ecological health and vitality.

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The stabilization of the berm—the elevated barrier between the White River and the lake—has proven successful, though challenges persist in the channel. Addressing these issues is critical to protect water and land quality in the park and requires further fundraising and attention.

There are several new projects on the horizon in Fairbanks Park, including the installation of a new collection of site-specific outdoor sculptures on the newly established Hawryluk Sculpture Green. Thanks to the support of longtime Newfields supporter Kent Hawryluk, the first three sculptures were unveiled in the park in June 2024. Follow the code to learn more.

The Wild Birds Unlimited Pollinator Meadow: A Sanctuary for Biodiversity Nestled between the Central Canal and the 33-acre lake in the heart of The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park, insects and urban explorers alike can enjoy the Wild Birds Unlimited Native Pollinator Meadow. This nearly two-acre space was thoughtfully designed to be a sanctuary for native plants and pollinators and is Newfields’ greatest effort to date to improve biodiversity and support conservation of native species.

With support from local philanthropists and founders of Wild Birds Unlimited, Nancy and Jim Carpenter, the Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation, longtime Newfields supporter Edgar Fehnel, and many others, the Wild Birds Unlimited Native Pollinator Meadow will serve as a sanctuary for birds, bees, and Park guests for years to come.

Cultivating Careers N E WF I E L DS H O RT I C U LT U R E F E L LOWS H I P For over three decades, Newfields’ Horticulture Department has been sowing the seeds of success through its renowned Horticulture Fellowship Program.

Designed as a springboard for budding horticulturists, this immersive three-month fellowship has been the catalyst for countless graduates to pursue fulfilling careers in or adjacent to the horticulture industry. The program offers a blend of handson experiences with mentorship, providing secondary education students and recent graduates with a dynamic learning environment tailored to their interests and aspirations. From designing stunning landscapes to mastering the art of invasive species control, participants rotate among Newfields’ garden and horticulture staff, soaking up knowledge and expertise.

Among the program’s notable alumni are Leah Coughlin and Sawyer Knuteson, whose careers exemplify this uniquely transformative experience. Leah, a 2022 graduate, is now a full-time Assistant

Learn more about the Hawryluk Sculpture Garden

Horticulturist at Newfields whose work shines in the Richard D. Wood Formal Garden. Similarly, Sawyer Knuteson began as a volunteer during a break from his master’s program in landscape architecture, progressed to the fellowship program in the summer of 2023, and is now pursuing urban planning at Ball State University while working full-time at Newfields.

Behind the scenes, the program owes much of its success to the generous support of both the Horticulture Society and Ed Fehnel, whose visionary commitment was instrumental in launching the fellowship program to empower future generations of horticulturalists. This year, Fehnel’s transformative gift endowed the Edgar E. Fehnel Horticulture Fellowship Program, which will offer aspiring horticulturists a unique blend of education, practical experience, and career exploration in perpetuity.

As we continue to cultivate the next generation of green leaders, we welcome contributions to ensure that this invaluable opportunity remains accessible to all who aspire to plant their roots in the world of horticulture.

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Revitalizing the Garden In 2023, the restored Katharine B. Sutphin Border Garden at Newfields came into its first full season. Originally planted in 1922 with small evergreens, it now features towering trees casting shade, transforming the area into a cool woodland space.

Newfields’ gardeners preserved the garden’s original purpose, offering intimate nooks for contemplation, adorned with shade-loving plants for texture, structure, and pops of color.

As The Garden bloomed into its first full season, another historic landmark, the Madeline F. Elder Greenhouse underwent restoration. The first glasshouses of the Elder Greenhouse, an integral part of the Oldfields estate, were built in the 1920s and the present structures were constructed in the late 1940s. Restoration efforts included replacing curved glass with safety glass and the first repainting since the large rehabilitation and restoration project almost 20 years ago. Our in-house painting team, led by Joe Lyons and Dani Badinghaus, precision painted two glasshouses in 2022 and 2023, with plans to complete the remaining two in 2024.

Since being installed in 1948, the old growth cypress wood that forms the Greenhouse structures has held up remarkably well. In those places where inevitable rot has occurred, Lyons and Badinghaus have been able to piece in new wood. “Thanks to their specialized skills, we are able to maintain this valuable part of the National Historic Landmark, Oldfields estate,” said Newfields Greenhouse Manager Sue Nord Peiffer.

Guests may explore the fully renovated Elder Greenhouse while learning from the knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Supported by anonymous patrons, the Elder Greenhouse continues to inspire and educate through workshops, exhibitions, and horticulture programs, leaving a lasting impact on all who visit.

DONOR SPOTLIGHT: ED FEHNEL Less than 15 years ago, the current Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park was nothing more than an abandoned construction site filled with invasive botanical life. Thanks to the generosity of individuals like Ed Fehnel, longtime donor, member, and volunteer, it has grown to be a love letter to the natural beauty of Indiana.

Johnathan Wright, Ruth Lilly Director of The Garden and Fairbanks Park, describes Fehnel as “such a gentleman. His energy is infectious, and the staff gets excited and feels buoyed by his generosity of spirit.”

Fehnel’s passion for nature and botany coupled with his vision and support has given guests of all ages a gorgeous landscape and wildlife habitat.

After being a part of the founding team of The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park and contributing to its growth through generous gifts as well as volunteering in The Garden, Fehnel now finds solace and fulfillment seeing others enjoy the beauty of Newfields.

“I would go walk around there with my family and that was the most gratifying thing to me,” Fehnel said. “I go out there almost any day of the year, but especially in the summer when a lot of moms are out there with their little kids. It is such an incredible thing to witness.” Fehnel helped plant the seeds of what an art and nature park could be and remains enthusiastic about its ongoing growth and impact on Indianapolis and beyond.

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Empowering Engagement T H E E N D U R I N G I M PAC T O F T H E D O C E N T P RO G R A M Since Newfields was founded in 1883 as the Art Association of Indianapolis, founder and activist May Wright Sewall’s passions have been echoed by many, especially those who have lived their love of art by serving as docents in the Indianapolis Museum of Art. The docent program began in 1947 to assist then John Herron Art Institute staff with tours for Indianapolis Public School children. In the almost 80 years since, hundreds of docents have given generously of their time to further the mission of art appreciation, education, and access, much like those original school tour guides. Whether for the love of art, passion for community service, or simply for enjoyment, docents take the role very seriously. All docents must go through extensive training in galleries, art forms, tour techniques, and more.

In fact, the IMA Docent Program became a national example by creating the original National Docent Symposium in 1981.

Longtime Newfields docent Marni Fechtman, along with the contributions of many fellow docents, compiled “A History of the Docent Program,” chronicling its evolution from 1945 to 2022. Their work documents a diverse range of programming, reflecting the

ongoing mission to share knowledge in a way that creates more meaningful experiences with art.

As the program has evolved over the years, docents have continued to enthusiastically support IMA needs and goals. Dr. Kjell Wangensteen, Associate Curator of Gallery Teaching, who now leads the program, appreciates the commitment of the over 50 current docents. At the 2023 Docent Appreciation Luncheon, current docents were honored for their service, with special recognition given to Marni Fechtman and Dorit Paul for 50 years of dedication. “Marni and Dorit have been serving and inspiring IMA guests for decades,” said Wangensteen, who has a deep respect for the impact docents play in inspiring meaningful exchanges between art and community.

Kate Shay, a docent for the past six years, is proud to follow in the footsteps of the likes of Fechtman, Paul, and many others. She has led tours to all ages and walks of life and fondly recalls once hearing an enthusiastic elementary student shout, ‘I love art!’ “Being a docent is always a rewarding experience,” she said. “We get to see our guests light up, because of all Newfields has to offer.”

“I CAME TO APPRECIATE THE IMA AND IMPORTANCE OF ITS DOCENTS WHEN MY WIFE META BECAME ONE. IN HER 20-PLUS YEARS AS A DOCENT, I WITNESSED THE REWARD FOR SUCH DEDICATION WAS THE PURE PLEASURE DERIVED FROM CONTINUED STUDY, HELPING OTHERS ENJOY THE IMA, AND THE EXTRAORDINARY BENEFIT OF MAKING NEW FRIENDS WITH FELLOW DOCENTS. WHEN META PASSED AWAY, I COULD THINK OF NO MORE APPROPRIATE WAY TO MEMORIALIZE HER THAN THE CREATION OF THE META KLEIMAN DOCENT EDUCATION FUND.” ­— DAVI D KL E I M A N

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DOCENT MILESTONES: 5 YEAR SERVICE: • Nancy Bennett • Annette Biesecker • Pat Callahan • Inna Caron • Katrina Cathelyn-Irwin • Margaret (Peggy) Frey • Rob Friedman • Janice Goff • Christine Guyaneau • Lisa Heid • Carla Koertge • Jill Merle • Linda Montag-Olsen • Donna Olsen • Brent Perry • Ina Roberts • Stephanie Roberts • Paula Robinson-Doyle • Kate Shay • Michele Threlkeld • Beth Van Howe • Suzanne Walker • Linda Wilkinson • Linda Wright 10 YEAR SERVICE:

MEET OUR ART AMBASSADORS DORIT PAU L (Left) In the late 1960s, before the Indianapolis Museum of Art (IMA) relocated to 38th Street, Dorit Paul was trained to serve as a docent in the Lilly Pavilion of Decorative Arts, which showcased the art, furniture, and history of the Lilly House and surrounding gardens. When the IMA opened in 1970, she continued her volunteerism as one of its first docents because of her deep passion for community service.

“I have gotten so much more out of the docent program than I could ever give,” she said. Paul delights in guiding visitors through Newfields, sharing insights into the history and interpretations of our art. “Art does not exist in a vacuum,” she said. “It’s important to see art in its context. You have to sense what the art literacy of guests is.”

Reflecting on her interactions with guests, Paul said, “I hope to expand an adult’s knowledge and appreciation for the arts and, when I work with children, I want to open their mental horizons.”

Her commitment extends beyond sharing her passion and knowledge; she is a longtime donor to Newfields and sees supporting the arts as a way of life. Newfields deeply values Paul’s selfless dedication to educating and inspiring visitors of any age, and recognizes her legacy which has ignited the art-lover in us all.

M AR NI F EC HTM AN (Right) For over 50 years, Marni Fechtman, has been a steadfast supporter of Newfields, generously contributing as both a donor and docent. She passionately educates patrons about the collection, emphasizing the value of the docent program. “Docents are a very strong, very well-educated group of people who have wonderful ideas and are willing to try things and experiment,” she said. “It’s always with the goal of making a better experience.”

Whether sharing interesting tidbits or deeper insights, docents like Fechtman enrich visitors’ experiences. “Most of us know lots of interesting facts and figures about the artists,” she explained, “but we bring it to life, and that’s the joy of it.”

She particularly enjoys talking with grandparents, providing fun stories for them to share with their grandchildren. “Everyone loves to have a little tip to share,” she said.

From warmly welcoming guests to sharing hidden details of our greatest works of art, Fechtman’s dedication shines through. Her commitment to Newfields spans decades, leaving an indelible mark on all who have the pleasure of connecting with her.

• Pam Conrad • Peggy Christensen • Carol DeMaio • Laure Flaniken • Janet Granger • Mary Huebner • Mary Krause • Claudia Labin • Dave Mason • Marshia Mingee • John O’Connor • Lynda Roth • Idrienne Steiman • Andrea Wilkes • Gayle Williams • Keith Wimmersberger 15 YEAR SERVICE: • Karen Bower • Mary Ellen Burgomaster • Elizabeth Christian • Peg Duncan • Mindy Hutchinson • John Johnson • Patty Morton • Carole Kaufmann • Ruth Kramer • Michelle Lanosga • Julie Leonard • Nancy McMillan • Ginny Ort • Katie Patterson • Mary Redman • Pam West • Rosalind Webb 20 YEAR SERVICE: • Debbie Bluestein • Marilyn Dapper • Gladys Johnson • Dana Katz • Sue Morreale • Mary Butler Rini • Teresa Shih • Margaret Wiley 25 YEAR SERVICE: • Beverly Doster • John Grace • Judith Murphy • Ieva Straatman 50 YEAR SERVICE: • Marni Fechtman • Dorit Paul

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“ENGAGING IN VARIOUS ARTISTIC ACTIVITIES RENEWED MY SENSE OF CREATIVIT Y AND ENCOURAGED ME TO CONSIDER NEW WAYS TO CAPTIVATE AND ENGAGE THOSE I WORK WITH.”

— ANGELA SMITH, T E AC H E R R E N E WA L C A M P PA RT I C I PA N T

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At Newfields, education goes beyond traditional boundaries, making a significant impact on guests of all ages through immersive experiences with art, nature, and human expression.

Engaging educational experiences like Wee Wonders, Summer Camp, youth workshops, and senior programs help learners gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for nature and the arts.

The success of these endeavors relies on unwavering support from many sources. The Houck Teacher Fund empowers educators across Indiana, facilitating access to enriching art and nature experiences. Through specialized events and courses, educators are equipped with tools and inspiration to infuse creativity into their classrooms and teaching methodologies. “The creative renewal course for educators was so valuable,” said Angela Smith, a Teacher Renewal Camp participant from Indiana University. “I am grateful to Newfields for this program and hope it is offered on a regular basis in the future.”

Our commitment to sharing the benefits of art and nature education is also supported by the Judith Murphy Accessibility Fund, which enables hundreds of K-12 students to access transportation for field trips to Newfields each year. In fiscal year 2023, approximately 400 students benefited from the fund. “The Murphy Fund has always been an important part of allowing all students access to the IMA Galleries and The Gardens,” said Katy Denny, Interim Director of Education. “This has been especially true in the past couple of years. Many teachers and administrators have expressed their thanks for being able to cover part (or all) of their transportation cost.”

Furthermore, the Traugott Education Fund’s impact resonates within the community. This is exemplified in onsite or offsite initiatives like “A Day with Newfields” which offers immersive art experiences to children, fostering creativity, and self-expression.

Looking forward, the Education team is poised to expand programming, bolstered by the support from the Traugott Education Fund, to reach a broader audience. Programs such as Wee Wonders, Summer Camp, Free First Thursdays, and

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field trips, alongside outreach summer camps, demonstrate our commitment to integrating arts into the community. Additionally,

10,737 grade school visitors

specialized classes for seniors offer avenues for continued learning and engagement.

As Newfields continues to inspire the next generation through exceptional experiences with art and nature, we’re deeply grateful to education supporters who educate minds, nurture spirits, foster creativity, and shape a brighter future for all.

1,352 university student visitors 64 Summer Camp participants 380 Outreach Program participants

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T I C K E T D I ST R I B U T I O N PA RT N E R S The Villages of Indiana Indy Public Safety Foundation

Building Community BREAKING BARRIERS AND STRENGTHENING CONNECTIONS From neighborhood connections to citywide celebrations, the Partnerships & Community Engagement team has revolutionized outreach efforts, engaging with thousands of individuals both on Newfields’ campus and in their own neighborhoods.

In 2022, Community Engagement Managers Clarence Cannon

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana Boys and Girls Club of Indianapolis Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis A Kid Again Catch the Stars Foundation United Way of Central Indiana Indy Pride TeenWorks Ivy Tech Community College Eskenazi Health Centers: W 38th St, Pecar, Grassy Creek Training Young Men Growing Places Indy

and Julianne Miller launched the Neighborhood Membership

Groundwork Indy

Program, which provides complimentary family memberships

International Marketplace Coalition

to our closest neighbors in Crown Hill, Mapleton – Fall Creek,

Skiles Test Elementary

Riverside Civic League, Historic Meridian Park, and Historic Watson Park, embodying Newfields’ commitment to building strong relationships with the people of Indianapolis.

“In order to truly serve our community, we must actively engage

Global Prep Academy Tindley Accelerated Schools Friends of 38th Street

with them, listen to their stories, and make Newfields a place

Elevate Indianapolis

that reflects their needs,” said Cannon.

ArtMix Indy Urban League Best Buddies Freewheelin’ Community Bikes Marion County Commission on Youth Jameson Camp Trinity Haven Horizons 14 Neighborhood Center CHECK OUT THE 2024 COMMUNIT Y E N G A G E M E N T C H A M P I O N S AWA R D V I D E O I N T H E Q R C O D E B E L O W.

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1,500+ active neighborhood members 50,000 tickets distributed annually for Harvest Nights Winterlights Spring Blooms Art in Bloom Free First Thursday Access Pass 60+ non-profit partners 7,278 engagements at the Indiana State Fair 125+ staff volunteers 78,924 tickets distributed 1,324 Martin Luther King Jr. Day 37,485 general admission 19,866 Access Pass 20,249 Free First Thursday

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Under Cannon’s and Miller’s leadership, the Neighborhood

helps to extend a warm welcome to their clients as they

Membership program has flourished, providing over

adapt to new cultural practices in the United States. As

1,500 local residents with free family memberships.

a result of this partnership, Newfields hosted Exodus

Their involvement in six surrounding neighborhood

Refugee’s Youth Mentoring Program on campus.

associations has grown Newfields’ presence in the

Miller envisions the department evolving to deepen

community and sense of belonging among residents.

existing relationships with neighborhoods and

“Newfields is such an incredible community resource.

partner organizations. “My focus is centered on diving

It should be as accessible and welcoming as possible,”

deeper into our existing relationships as well as with

says Miller. “I hope the community and surrounding

organizations serving communities that are under-

neighborhood view the institution as their institution—a

resourced or historically underrepresented.”

place by and for the community.”

Offsite events have taken Newfields’ mission beyond

The Partnerships & Community Engagement department

the museum walls, engaging thousands of individuals

extends far beyond membership. Our ticket distribution

through partnerships with local events like the Indiana

program provides partner organizations with thousands

State Fair, and community celebrations such as Black

of complimentary tickets to seasonal festivals including

Expo and Pride. Meanwhile, onsite activations like Las

Harvest Nights and Winterlights. One such partner,

Posadas during Winterlights and Juneteenth celebrations

Exodus Refugee, an organization which helps acclimate

have become cherished traditions, welcoming guests

and resettle refugees in Indianapolis, says the program

from all walks of life.

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Exceptional experiences with art and nature extend beyond visual art in the IMA Galleries and fantastic florals in The Garden.

Newfields’ hallmark seasonal events— Harvest Nights presented by JPMorgan Chase, Spring Blooms presented by Wild Birds Unlimited, and Winterlights presented

by Bank of America—have continued to dazzle new visitors and become cherished Indianapolis traditions, enriching our community with celebration and natural splendor year after year. These immersive experiences provide more opportunities

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October. In this magical and memorable

With each season, Newfields undergoes a stunning transformation, drawing in 300,000 visitors eager to immerse themselves in art and nature. Each festival is a labor of love, involving a dedicated team of volunteers and staff working alongside partners and vendors. From local artists and horticulturists to security and equipment, their contributions play a crucial role in making these festivals possible.

wandered through forests filled with jack-

Harvest Nights, the spook-tacular spectacle, returned to Newfields for the month of

new frightfully fun level.

autumn experience, guests of all ages o-lanterns galore in the Pumpkin Path of Peril, felt the Ghost Train rumble under their feet, and saw 20,000 hand-carved pumpkins and gourds. New in 2022, guests were invited inside Lilly House to join in the frightful festivities of Mischief Manor where they were met with live ghosts and ghouls from Indianapolis theater company NoExit Performance, who brought the mischief to a

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1552 hours donated by volunteers in preparation for festivals 150,000 Winterlights attendees 1.5 million twinkling lights 80,000 Harvest Nights attendees 40,000 bulbs at Spring Blooms 12,000 Art in Bloom attendees Local Partners and Vendors: Color Story Studio Girl Scouts Jewish Federation Arte Mexicana Engledow Cool Planet A-Classic Sunbelt Rentals Eclipse Security Expo Arts LLC Horticulture vendors Sun King Brewing Co. Just Pop In! Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey Ash & Elm Cider Co. The Botanist

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During Winterlights 2022, Newfields partnered with Arte Mexicano en Indiana for a single-night event honoring Las Posadas, a nine-day celebration commonly observed in Mexico and other Latin American countries. Las Posadas recognizes Mary’s journey to find shelter during Jesus’ birth.

This special night at Winterlights included musical performances and a stunning art installation, titled Big Piñata, by Mexican art collective Happy Rebels that shined bright for the entire run of Winterlights.

With the arrival of warmer weather, Spring Blooms festival continued to blossom in popularity with guests eager to see tens of thousands of hyacinths, daffodils, tulips, pansies, violas, and more. Garden Terrace opened for its first spring in The Garden with a new made-to-order menu and curated list of beverages and brews, including Bloomsberry Cider from Ash & Elm Cider Co. The Madeline F. Elder

Greenhouse staff taught classes in repotting and bespoke orchid wreaths, while blossoms from newly planted crabapple trees welcomed spring tours of Miller House and Garden in Columbus, Indiana.

Newfields’ annual spring celebration Art in Bloom continues to grow in popularity each year. In March 2023, 38 floral arrangements by local artists and florists filled the IMA Galleries and Lilly House. Presented by Fifth Third Private Bank, the event also included live music, floral demonstrations, master classes, and a display by Newfields’ Greenhouse team. In 2024, Art in Bloom presented by Barnes & Thornburg LLP and The Botanist Islay Dry Gin showcased 50 stunning floral arrangements by local, regional, and national florists. This year’s event transformed the IMA Galleries with seven monumental showstoppers and 43 pedestals, captivating guests in the largest Art in Bloom yet.

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Illuminating Partnership T W O O R G A N I Z AT I O N S : ONE MISSION Newfields and Penrod Society share a mission to increase access to art. For over 50 years, the Penrod Art Fair has been a cherished tradition in Indianapolis. Held annually in The Garden at Newfields since 1967, it’s grown into one of the city’s largest art events. It attracts visitors from far and wide, bolstering attendance, membership, and overall visibility for Newfields. Our partnership with Penrod has deepened over time, fostering a rich exchange between the arts community and Newfields visitors.

The Penrod Society, an all-volunteer organization, spearheads this event, dedicated to supporting arts, cultural, and educational initiatives in Central Indiana.

“Our relationship with Penrod really exemplifies our mission,” said Director of Festivals Erin O’Rourke. “They not only support our community and other local nonprofits, but they introduce new faces to Newfields and offer a different way for our members and guests to experience art and nature on our campus.”

As the fair approaches its 57th year, excitement builds for the 2024 event. With over 350 artists, entertainment stages, family activities, and culinary delights, it promises to be a celebration of art and culture, embodying our shared mission: to cultivate, encourage, and support the arts in our community and beyond.

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Art of Culinary C U L I N A RY C R E AT I V I T Y B LOS S O M S B E YO N D GA L L E R I E S A N D GA R D E N S Beyond our events, Newfields’ culinary excellence extends to Café Lumiere at THE LUME Indianapolis, where food and drink selections are artfully inspired by the surrounding exhibition. Among all our culinary endeavors at Newfields, the Wine Collective series provides the most intimate and in-depth experience to learn about wine and enjoy specially crafted pairings throughout each season.

In the summer of 2022, the original Beer Garden moved from the Madeline F. Elder Greenhouse to a new permanent structure on the patio of Garden Terrace, offering a bigger and better culinary experience with more seating and just as much ambiance. From our Harvest Dinner celebrations spotlighting local cuisine and strong partnerships like Uncle Nearest to Jazz Brunches infusing the Garden Terrace with Latin rhythms, the culinary arts program fosters community engagement while prioritizing sustainability and inclusivity.

The new Beer Garden at Garden Terrace has become a magnet for crowds eager to sample the expertly crafted beverage menu,

designed by Lindsay Jo Whirley, Assistant Director of Culinary Operations at Newfields and Certified Cicerone. Whirley’s draft list, dubbed “Indy & Imports,” features local favorites such as Sun King Brewing alongside some of history’s best international beers like the Belgian Duvel.

With the arrival of Executive Chef Patrick Russ in fall of 2022, the culinary team revamped the Garden Terrace food menu to offer a hearty menu that caters to guests looking for a complete lunch and light bites. Stretching the limits of a small kitchen and existing equipment, Chef Patrick’s innovative approach led to an impressive 40% increase in food revenue, signaling even more exciting culinary endeavors on the horizon.

Newfields is committed to further enhancing its culinary offerings.

As we continue to grow, we remain grateful to sponsors, partners, and supporters whose invaluable contributions continue to fuel our mission.

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CRAFTING CULINARY ARTISTRY Since joining Newfields in 2022, Executive Chef Patrick Russ has been cooking up something special with spectacular guest reviews. His hiring was a significant milestone as the first executive chef to join the Culinary Arts department. He has already made his mark developing artful menus for a wide variety of events and programs, including small bites for seasonal festivals, the Beer Garden at Garden Terrace menu, visiting artists and horticulturists, as well as intimate multi-course meals at ticketed events for members and guests.

Chef Patrick’s impressive resume includes an education at Le Cordon Bleu in Miami, Florida and almost two decades in the restaurant industry rising through the ranks at world-class restaurants including Gia at the Eden Rock Miami and Next Restaurant in Chicago, Illinois. However, Chef Patrick has a practical approach to serving up delightfully delicious food. “It’s always easier to start with a general idea or theme to the meal,” he explained. “And then I try to stay fluid with that and save room for interpretation and creativity.”

When asked about his favorite moment at Newfields, Chef Patrick reflected on the Wine Collective dinner series. “We’ve expanded the Wine Collectives this year and have been able to double our reach,” he shared. In partnership with Sommelier Jan Bugher, Chef Patrick has developed a variety of themed wine and food pairings, often inspired by the season alongside regional offerings. “We’ve done a ton of different ones. We recently did an Art in Bloom dinner. It was gorgeous. We did the entire menu based on bringing the earth to the table,” he said. “It was really fun to be able to use so many different edible blooms.”

Chef Patrick remains committed to the culinary program’s evolution, with hopes of expanding infrastructure for bigger events. “We value the role culinary arts plays in complementing the museum’s exhibitions and visitor experiences,” he said. “I love seeing guests’ faces light up when taking that first bite.” And Newfields guests love coming back for more.

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Maximizing Exceptional Experiences MEET THE MEMBERSHIP TEAM “ T HAN K YOU SO MUCH FO R YOU R R ECOM M E N DATIO N S O F WHAT TO D O AT N E WF IE L DS ! WE BOT H HAD SUCH A G R E AT DAY, AN D IT WA S SU PE R H E L P F U L TO HAVE YOU R GU IDAN C E . I LO O K FO RWAR D TO GE T TIN G MO R E FA M IL IAR WITH N E WF IE L DS ! ”

— N E W M E M B E R , M A L LO RY

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In 2023, Newfields welcomed Dan Will to the newly created role of Membership Manager, marking a significant step in the institution’s commitment to enhancing member engagement.

Will began his career at Newfields in 2018 as an IUPUI Fellow and transitioned to an assistant on the Advancement team a year later. By 2021, he took on the role of Membership Coordinator, his enthusiasm and dedication already making a noticeable impact on Newfields.

Rebekah Loudenbeck, also an IUPUI Fellow and longtime Newfields volunteer, joined the team in 2023 as Membership Coordinator, bringing her expertise to further enrich the membership experience.

Under Will’s leadership, Newfields experienced a revitalized spirit of engagement and connectivity, attracting a wave of new members eager

to partake in the institution’s offerings. His proactive approach led to the introduction of exclusive member events, such as intimate gallery talks, popular behind-the-scenes tours, enhanced new member orientations, and an activitypacked membership month.

Another source of pride for this dynamic duo is the expansion of the College Student Membership program. Will and Loundenbeck forged partnerships with universities across the state to expand access to all Indiana college students.

Focused on offering an outstanding member experience, the team has also improved communication channels and frequency with the weekly Member Monday emails and monthly Member e-newsletters.

In addition, someone is always available to help with questions or concerns. Loudenbeck and Will prioritize exceptional

customer service by assisting members with inquiries, recommendations, and website navigation.

“We want to make sure our members are heard and feel valued, get the most out of their membership, and continue being members for years to come,” Loudenbeck said.

Will remains focused on further enhancing the membership experience, with plans to introduce a more efficient membership card system and expand benefits to include discounts on tours of Miller House and Garden, along with additional engaging events and digital communications.

With gratitude for the opportunity to serve his community, Will said, “Together, we embark on a journey of discovery, connection, and shared inspiration as we continue to grow and embrace our Newfields community.”

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19,929 Members

4911 Family & Indiana University School of Medicine Members 2295 Duo Members 1967 Solo Members 1864 Host Members 3098 Student Members 411 Donor Members

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Newfields achieved a blended endowment draw rate of 4.00% in fiscal year 2023 and adopted a fiscal year 2024 budget with an expected draw rate of 5.32% to allow for investment in key programs and initiatives.

Over the last several years, Newfields has worked to develop a strong financial model to help it become more sustainable over the long term. A key component of this strategy has been developing seasonal programming that has engaged a growing audience. As a result, earned revenue has grown significantly. Newfields also continues to work toward greater financial sustainability by reducing debt. As part of this effort, Newfields has paid down approximately $70 million of debt and debt-related obligations over the past several years. The fiscal year 2024 budget has been set to a target draw rate of 5.32%, in line with Newfields’ long-term budgetary goals. As of December 31, 2023, the market value of Newfields’ investments was greater than $405 million.

Newfields continues to reduce annual endowment draw

FY 20 14

FY23 Financial Highlights*

FY 20 12 FY 20 13

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2023

2022

$ 3,301

$ 3,953

Accounts and other receivables

297

116

Contributions receivable, net

10,258

10,322

645

752

Prepaid expenses and other assets

743

473

Investments

Inventory

407,448

395,504

Estate notes and charitable lead trusts

15,280

20,090

1,190

1,183

87,365

90,350

-

-

$ 526,527

$ 522,743

$ 1,791

$ 1,204

Accrued salaries, wages and employee benefits

692

984

Deferred revenue

911

1,052

Other liabilities

1,908

1,652

Note payable

1,014

1,302

53,958

57,059

60,274

63,253

Library accessions Property and equipment, net Collections

Total assets

Liabilities Accounts payable

Tax-exempt bonds payable, net of bond issue costs (including bond premium of $1,169 in 2023 and $1,255 in 2022)

Total liabilities

Net Assets Without donor restrictions

120,718

113,450

With donor restrictions

345,535

346,040

Total net assets

466,253

459,490

Total liabilities and net assets

$ 526,527

$ 522,743

*FY24 Financial Highlights will be included in the next issue of Advancing Newfields.

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Without Donor

Restrictions Revenue, Gains and Other Support

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2023 With Donor Restrictions

Total

$ 5,055

$ 3,936

$ 8,991

Government grants

3,135

172

3,307

Memberships

1,157

-

1,157

13,020

-

13,020

638

-

638

4,416

14,671

19,087

27,421

18,779

46,200

19,593

(19,593)

-

47,014

(814)

46,200

Curatorial

10,646

-

10,646

Educational

10,573

-

10,573

Horticultural

3,771

-

3,771

Museum stores

4,852

-

4,852

Management and general

3,362

-

3,362

Fundraising

2,399

-

2,399

35,603

-

35,603

11,411

(814)

10,597

Depreciation

5,905

-

5,905

Interest

1,991

-

1,991

7,896

-

7,896

3,515

1,535

2,701

2,388

1,788

4,176

(29)

284

255

-

321

321

Purchases of art

(690)

-

(690)

Net assets released from restriction—art acquisition

2,084

(2,084)

-

7,268

(505)

6,763

Net Assets, Beginning of Year

113,450

346,040

459,490

Net Assets, End of Year

$ 120,718

$ 345,535

$ 466,253

Annual giving and other contributions

Admissions, fees and sales Rental income Investment return designated for current operations,

debt payments and art acquisitions

Net assets released from restrictions

Total revenue, gains and other support

Expenses

Total expenses

Change in Net Assets Before Depreciation and Interest and Other Changes

Total depreciation and interest

Change in Net Assets Before Other Changes Other Changes Investment return greater (less) than amounts

designated for current operations and art acquisitions

Change in value of split interest agreements Proceeds from sales of art

Change in Net Assets

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Illuminating YOU Do you know how amazing you are?

Your generosity enriches lives every single day. No, really. When you share your love for art and nature with a gift to Newfields—whether in the form of time, talent, or treasure—you open wondrous doors of inspiration. Because of you, a child looks twice and wonders, a teacher rewrites a lesson plan, a couple reconnects, friends and family reunite, a busy person slows down, a lonesome person finds community. Our guests may have different experiences, but we like to think most of them go home feeling at least a little more content or curious or revived, and, likely, thinking about their next visit and who they might bring along. Yes, art and nature are powerful like that, but so are you. Thank you.

We hope you enjoyed reading about your impact in this report. If there is an area of interest you’d like to further discuss, great. If you would just like to keep helping us enrich lives with art and nature, even better. Donate now here: You can reach us at donors@discovernewfields.org and (317) 920-2684 or contact a member of our Advancement Team.

Grace Meils, Vice President for Advancement gmeils@discovernewfields.org | 317-923-1331 ext. 295 Michael Skolnick, Director of Individual Philanthropy mskolnick@discovernewfields.org | 317-923-1331 ext. 143 Charlitta Winston, Senior Philanthropy Officer cwinston@discovernewfields.org | 317-469-9060 Gayle Spicer, Senior Annual Giving Officer gspicer@discovernewfields.org | 463-303-0744

Corporate Sponsorship and Membership: Let us help you do you.

Engage your company with Newfields through various sponsorship and membership opportunities which provide a platform to support your organization’s marketing and mission objectives. We offer flexible benefit packages tailored to your goals with popular sponsorships including Special Art Exhibitions and Opening Events, and Seasonal Festivals such as Harvest, Winterlights, and Spring Blooms, and THE LUME Indianapolis.

Corporate sponsorship with Newfields gets you more than brand visibility. It helps you take care of your people in a way that also benefits the community. Beyond tangible benefits, align your brand and set your company apart by supporting arts and culture in Indianapolis. Revenue from your corporate membership will provide critical operating support for education programs, conservation efforts, and ongoing operations.

Newfields also offers beautiful event spaces perfect for meetings, dinners, and receptions. With over 1,000 corporate volunteers contributing 60,000+ hours annually, there are ample opportunities for community engagement.

Newfields Corporate Membership allows you to provide your employees with exceptional experiences. Corporate Members receive exclusive benefits for company executives, employees, and clients, such as discounted tickets, complementary general admission tickets extended to employees, access to events, team building volunteer opportunities, and more.

For more information about how we can partner, contact Stacy Clark, Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations at sclark@ discovernewfields.org or (317) 923-1331 ext. 271. Thank you to our title 2022-23 fiscal year sponsors!

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Parties!

YO U D E S E RV E F U N

When you join a Newfields Donor Society, you become part of a special circle of visionary members who believe that exceptional experiences with art and nature can have a transformative impact.

With your help each year, we’ll provide tours for over 10,000 school children and unlimited general admission to our world-class galleries and gardens for more than 1,000 local college students.

You also make it possible for us to share seasonal experiences, like Harvest and Winterlights, with thousands of neighbors through the Newfields Community Ticket Distribution Program.

Your Donor Society level determines access to exclusive benefits, including invitations to popular events, like Curator’s Choice, private exhibition openings, Cocktails & Conversations with artists and curators, the Chair’s Dinner, and more.

Contact donors@discovernewfields.org for more information.

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Thank You FISCAL YEAR 2023* (JULY 1, 2022–JUNE 30, 2023) We are excited to announce a recent upgrade to our member and donor database software. The accuracy of your information in our system is very important to us, so please let us know if you notice any discrepancies in your giving information which may have been inadvertently caused during this technological transition.

Direct your corrections or questions to donors@ discovernewfields.org. * Please keep an eye out for the next issue of Advancing Newfields for the FY24 donor listing.

THE NEWFIELDS SOCIETY AND PATRON SOCIETY We thank the following individual donors, each of whose cumulative giving between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023, totaled $500 or more.

Their donations helped to make everything you enjoy at Newfields possible, from multifaceted experiences such as We. The Culture and El Tendedero/ The Clothesline Indiana.

This list includes gifts for annual operating support, gifts and payments on pledges for special projects, in-kind donations, realized planned gifts, and appraised gifts of art.

Lilly Circle - $50,000 and greater Anonymous Mrs. Bonnie and Mr. James Carter Darrianne and Justin Christian Mr. Randolph H. Deer * Helen Dickinson * Gregory A. Huffman * Herbert Kirst * and Peggy Hillman * Sarah L. and John C. Lechleiter Mr. Eli and Mrs. Deborah Lilly June M. McCormack Mr. Peter * and Mrs. Ruth Nicholas Susanne and R. Jack Sogard Scott Weaver Daniel and Diana Yates James Yee and Leah Yee * Clowes Circle - $25,000 to $49,999 Anonymous Greg Eaton and Todd Adams Otto N. Frenzel IV Michael and Rebecca Kubacki T. Scott and Brooke Law Samuel R. Matthews * Kathleen D. and Robert Postlethwait Phyllis Schahet and Gary Schahet * Mr. Charles and Mrs. Peggy Sutphin

Chair’s Circle - $10,000 to $24,999 Anonymous (2) John and Kathleen Ackerman Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Kate Appel Toni and Robert Bader David O. and Jacqueline R. Barrett Miles and Joanna Batchelor Michael and Jennifer Burton Mr. Chris and Mrs. Dominee Burton Nancy and Jim Carpenter Margaret Coyle Ellen Swisher Crabb and David W. Crabb Lori Efroymson-Aguilera and Sergio Aguilera David and Julie Eskenazi Ms. Marianne Glick and Mr. Mike Woods Charles E. and Susan Golden Nora and Tom A. Hiatt Mr. Gary and Mrs. Hannah Hirschberg Meredith and Kathleen Hull April Ann Jordan and Matthew Wolfe Stephanie and Young Kim Patricia and James LaCrosse John L. and Mary Katherine Lisher Kristin Mays-Corbitt and David Corbitt Nancy L. McMillan Alan K. and Sally Mills Peter and Betsy Morse Mrs. Jane M. Paine Dorit Paul Mr. Markham Roberts and Mr. James Sansum Michael Robertson and Christopher Slapak Marya and Anthony J. Rose Kenna Rudolph and Michael Mehl Anne and Andrew Sellers Joanne Sprouse Catherine M. Turner President’s Circle - $5,000 to $9,999 Anonymous (2) Morgan and Erica Andreae Helmi S. and Ronald L. Banta Ms. Sarah Barney Katie Betley Ms. Eleanor F. Bookwalter

Milly Brehob Mary Clare and George Broadbent Victoria and Thomas Broadie Mrs. Stacey Burris Ice Gary D. Butkus Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Kathryn Cantor William G. and Edie S. Enright Edgar Fehnel Mrs. Michelle and Mr. C. Perry Griffith, Jr. Dr. Michelle Howenstine Mindy Hutchinson and Rob Friedman pegg kennedy and Michael Kennedy Elizabeth and Kellan Kershner Ann W. King Adele Lash Jhani Laupus and Michael Sample Nancy and Dennis Lawton Barbara W. and Richard A. Leventhal James and Sara Lootens Eleanor Lopez Lynne Maguire and William Miller Susanne M. McAlister Spitzberg and H. Daniel Spitzberg, M.D. John F. McGinty * Laura F. and Mervyn Michael John M. Mutz Jason and Connie Noyan Kathryn and Jack Patterson Benjamin Pecar and Leslie Thompson David Phillips Monna Quinn and David Spoelstra Sharon R. and Robert C. Reed Clay and Amy Robbins Jamie and Richard Schulte Adrienne D. Sims and Michael Davis James and Nancy Smith Dr. Daniel and Mrs. Marianne Stout L. Gene Tanner Randall and Deborah Tobias Bradley and Theresa Warnecke Dr. Rosalind H. Webb Emily A. West Edith Witchger and Gene Witchger * William Witchger

* deceased

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Director’s Circle - $2,500 to $4,999 Michael Bilderback and Silvia Campos-Bilderback Theodore and Peggy Boehm Jeffrey Brinkmann and Michael Schaefer Mr. Eurelio and Mrs. Shirley Cavalier Dr. Suzanne and Mr. David Combs Jane Conley Mr. Chris W. and Mrs. Lesley J. Conrad Judy Donner and John Mullen Judith Epperson Jane S. Farber Carol Feeney Christine and Garth Gathers Sharon and Richard L. Gilmor Shelby and Valerie Goldblatt Thomas W. and Mary P. Grein Gretchen Haehl Henry Havel and Mary Stickelmeyer Jane Houck Kwan and Hsin Hui Ann H. Hunt Roger Hurwitz Pamela K. and Gary M. Jursik Dana and Marc Katz Mrs. Judith Kight David H. Kleiman and Susan M. Jacobs Elaine Kops-Bedel and Eric Bedel Mr. John Krauss and Ms. Margaret Maxwell Ms. Ellen Lee and Mr. Stephen Dutton Ira and Leslie Maher Rae Malesh Elizabeth Mann Linda and Gene Marshall Robert and Shelley McKinney Ms. Marni McKinney and Mr. Dick Waterfield Robyn McMahon Mr. Scott and Mrs. Rhonda Morris Randall Ott and Sheila Ott John E. and Sally Peacock Dr. Marian Pettengill Mr. James and Dr. Patty Rapp Dr. George Rapp and Mrs. Peggy Rapp * John and Leslie Rapp

Mrs. Judith and Mr. Garrett Reasoner Mr. George Rubin Mr. Owen Schaub and Ms. Donna McCleerey Gregory and Corie Shaner Dr. Michael Shapiro Dr. Marguerite K. Shepard Holly Simpson and Bill Beechler Carol and Edward Smithwick James Sweeney John and Marcy Taylor Douglas Tillman Ms. Dale Traugott Courtenay and Emily Weldon Margaret Wiley Christian Wolf and Elaine Holden-Wolf Jonathan Wright and Stuart Alter Mr. Chris and Mrs. Rita Wulke Gene and Mary Ann Zink Luminary Circle - $1,200 to $2,499 Frank and Katrina Basile Dawn K. Batson and Anthony Borel Shannon Baun Elizabeth Beck Joseph D. Blakley Jane Broce John J. Chlapik Robert Cirillo Alan and Linda Cohen John and Janice Coleman Daniel P. Corrigan Irene Curry Debra Dawson and Dylan Hergott Debra Dawson Katie and Lynne Eckerle Dr. Mary L. Forster and Mr. Wayne Ramsey Chris and Catherine Gahl Cristal Garrison Jeffrey A. and Nancy Greenberg Andrew and Ellen Greenspan Matt Gutwein and Jane Henegar Susan Haber and Jason Rowland Kathryn Hedgepeth and Scott Stover Lisa Heid Mr. Jonathan and Mrs. Jody Hess Ginny Hodowal and Doug Madeley Susan Hoffert and Mark Wolanski

Madison and Tyler Hromadka Kevin and Estelle Huston Jeanine Isham Suzanne and William Jannetta Randall L. Juergensen and Tony Warmus Natinne Keene and Daralyn Klam * Dawn and Greg Knipe Sara Konrath and Paul Anderson Mr. William H. and Mrs. K.M. Landschultz Sharon F. and James B. Lemler Mr. Michael and Mrs. Ann Lynam Kurt and Linda Mahrdt Amy Maierhofer and Evan Gray Robert F. and Marlene Marchesani Grace Meils and Chris Wells Michele Meregaglia Sharon R. Merriman Shane Merriweather Mr. D. William and Mrs. Ann Moreau Ms. Sue and Mr. Tony Morreale Kimball and Louise Morris Melissa Muha Mr. Blake Lee and Mrs. Carolyn L. Neubauer Mr. Ralph G. Nowak Deborah and Nathan Oatts Julie and John Overbeck Julie and Chad Paavola Lily Pai Anne Pantzer Patty Pelizzari Michael Pettry and John Mainella Margaret Piety and Josef Laposa Joyce E. Pruitt Mr. David and Mrs. Jill Resley Matthew and Natalie Rotelli Ian Rupert Robert C. and Laura Elaine Scheele Albert E. Schultze and Marcia Kolvitz Jane B. Seelig Rosemary R. Semler and Jerry D. Semler * Judith and James Singleton Doug J. and Kari B. Singleton Catherine L. and Will E. Snyder Kent Steele Jeffrey and Cynthia Thompson Diane Thompson Aaron Waller

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Gail F. Williamson Barry Wormser and Jacalyn Bolles Timothy T. and Catherine Wright Robert and Linda Yee Mark and Sara S. Zelonis Five Seasons - $500 to $1,199 Anonymous (2) Patricia Anker and Robert Anker * Wendy Baldwin Trudy W. and Logan Banta Pam and Doug Barcalow Clark Barwick Shanda Bontrager Liz A. and R. Stephen Bradner Barbara J. Briggs Marsha Brown Tiffany B. Browne and William Browne David Bryant and Paul Zick Bruce and Julie Buchanan Michael Burke and Dixie Platt Lorene Burkhart Debora and Michael Bush Mary M. and Bill E. Butler Mrs. Ann Hyer Buttrey Mary Ellen and David Carter Marcella Carter Michael and Marcie Brown Carter Sujata and Atul Chugh Jan Clark Suzanne Collins Gabrielle K. Cramer Barbara Danquist Byron and Leslie Daugherty Amy Davidoff Kay D. and Damon C. Davis Andrew Davis and Daniel Livingston Janet and James Deahl Fred and Joan Dennerline Anne DePrez Stephen and Mary DeVoe Rollin M. and Cheri L. Dick Dennis Dickos Sheryl Elston and David Hamilton Sherry Faris Mr. Craig and Mrs. Mary Fenneman Charles and Teresa Fisher Janice Fitzgerald Joan FitzGibbon Mr. David and Mrs. Lindsey Flaherty David and Cindy Force William and Jennie Forehand * deceased

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Wendy M. Fortune Dick and Brenda Freije David Fronek Shirley Fry Jim Fuller Dr. Ed and Mrs. Phyllis Gabovitch Kristin Garber Kim Gattle and Carter Wolf Laura Ginger and George Dreher Lynda Goeke and Don Katz David and Polly Gorden Marisol Gouveia and Desiree Brandon-Gouveia John and Sharon Grace Kirsten Grosz John W. and Chichi Guy Joan Haaf Cynthia and William Hallberg Cristie S. Halter and William Fraser Cindy Hancock and Joe Palumbo Lucy and Don Harvey Mrs. Ann and Mr. Ed Hathaway Jennifer Hendrian and Steve Spaulding Samuel Hennessee and Marilyn Hennessee * Lori and David Hirsch Zachary and Judy Hodes Aaron Hoeg Tim and Jennifer Holihen W. Seymour and Rheta Holt Emily and Peter Howard Rick and Melissa Hullinger Kyle and Mary Beth Jackson Barbara James Ronald Jobe Susan Jones-Huffine and Matthew Huffine Venetta Keefe Cherub Kim Joy Kleinmaier Rick and Mary Kortokrax Meme Kramer Karen Kreutzinger John Kreutzinger and Sharon Brennan Ms. Greta Krueger and Mr. James Betley Mr. Thomas Laskey Jr. and Mrs. Betsy Laskey Barbara Lawrence Andra H. Liepa Mary M. and Daniel J. Lueders Barrett and Akemi Madrigal Angela and Pete Majeski

Mr. Stephen and Mrs. Jane Marmon Stephen McCloud Doris McCullough Michael McGuire Susan and Knox McMillan Ms. Audrey Millar and Dr. David Goldenberg Robert and Emily Moore Christina Morris William Mowery Delores Muller Patrick and Rita Murphy Scott Musgrave Rufus H. Myers Michelle Neff Jill and Charles Nefkens Janet Nine Brian O’Neill Aleicha Ostler Donald and Karen Perez Amy Perry Barbara Porter Matthew J. and Jennifer Priddy Mrs. Laurie and Mr. Bernard Pylitt Brad and Cindy Quinn Susan Rau Bonnie A. and Thomas E. Reilly Gary and Ann Reiter Kenneth Remenschneider and Sharon Hoog Mr. William T. Rice and Ms. Jan Woodruff Rebecca Rusling Michael and Colleen Russo Peter and Lauren Sallay Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Linda Sands Susan Sawyer and Scott Putney Anne Scheele Capi and Rebecca Scheidler Mr. Bob and Mrs. Alice Schloss KimAnn and Michael L. Schultz Ellen and David W. Seiferth Don and Cindy Selzer Jennifer C. Shirk and Clint Price Robert and Holly Sieck Michael and Franci Skolnick Marilyn Sleppy and Lauren Everman Donna Spears Catherine Springer Brown Jeff Stalder and Helen Stalder Rosemary Steinmetz Paul and Cassie Stockert Diane M. Stone Tien S. Sun

Noel Terry and Gabe Thimlar Christa Thacker and Jason Myers Douglas and LuAnn Thomas John and Norma Thompson Nancy Thompson Vicki Townsend and Sara Pyatt Barbara S. Tully John and Kathy Vahle Loretta Van Every Julie and Rene Van Walsem Patrick and Jacqueline Walsh Ms. Marianne Walter Roberta L. and Robert D. Walton Cate and Larry Waynick Mrs. Karen and Mr. Dennis Whitaker Ellen and Bob Whitt Jerry Wilson Joycelyn Winnecke Mrs. Charlitta P. and Mr. Robin Winston Mr. James G. and Dr. Karen McEnroe Wolf Carl W. and Connie N. Wooldridge Amanda Wray and Dave Greenwalt Grant Wynia and Amanda McCabe Jeffrey J. and Mei Ling Yu David R. and Magdalen Zauner

Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Indiana Department of Homeland Security JPMorgan Chase & Co Lilly Endowment Inc. National Endowment for the Arts The Penrod Society Raymond James & Associates R.B. Annis Educational Foundation Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation Ruth Lilly Philanthropic Foundation Schwab Fund for Charitable Giving Sunbelt Rentals

We extend our gratitude to the following organizations, which have made cumulative contributions of $500 or more in fiscal year 2023. With their support, the joy, connection, and beauty that are at the heart of what we call a “Newfields experience” can be shared with more and more members of our community each year.

$25,000 to $49,999 Charles Schwab Christel DeHaan Family Foundation Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund The Hagerman Group Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency Indy Arts Council and the City of Indianapolis Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis, Inc. Lacy Foundation Lilly US Matching Gift Program Administration The National Bank of Indianapolis National Historical Publications and Records Commission Nicholas H. Noyes, Jr., Memorial Foundation, Inc. RJE Business Interiors Sun King Brewery Target Corporation Wild Birds Unlimited

$50,000 and greater Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation, Inc. American Endowment Foundation Bank of America Corporation Central Indiana Community Foundation Christy and Dale Davidson Memorial Trust The Clowes Fund

$10,000 to $24,999 Aaron Wealth Advisors Ackerman Foundation Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund Barnes & Thornburg LLP Corteva Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC FleetWatcher The Frenzel Family Charitable Lead Trust

CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION DONORS

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Glick Philanthropies Joseph E. Cain Foundation L.M.L. Estate Management Corporation Marian Inc. Mays Chemical Company, Inc. National Philanthropic Trust National Wine & Spirits Corporation Pershing LLC Renaissance Charitable Foundation Inc. Republic National Distributing Company Wright-Patt Credit Union $10,000 to $24,999 The Ackerman Foundation Barnes & Thornburg LLP Corteva Agriscience Fifth Third Private Bank Fleetwatcher, LLC Indiana Department of Environmental Management Klipsch Group, Inc. The Lacy Foundation Mays Chemical Company, Inc. Nicholas H. Noyes, Jr., Memorial Foundation, Inc. $5,000 to $9,999 Anonymous Ameriprise Financial Comerica Wealth Management Edward Jones Faegre Drinker FORVIS Gene B. Glick Company, Inc. Griffith Family Foundation Ice Miller LLP IGT Indiana Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance Indianapolis Garden Club Jerry L. and Barbara J. Burris Foundation Marilyn McGervey Watkins Private Foundation MET Foundation Inc. Ray’s Trash Service, Inc. Raymond James RCR Technology Corporation SPM Foundation T. Rowe Price TIAA-CREF UBS Financial Services Inc. Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program Vanguard Services, Inc.

YourCause, LLC Zink Distributing $2,500 to $4,999 Arts Midwest Browning Day Color Story Studio Engledow Group First Christian Church of Columbus Indiana Humanities Kort Builders, Inc. Lumina Foundation for Education Masco Corporation The Marni McKinney Foundation National Financial Services, LLC Nationwide OneAmerica Financial Partners Inc.

$500 to $1,199 Anonymous CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions Helen Thoele Family Foundation Indiana Artists Club, Inc. The ORL Foundation The Scott and Nancy Atherton Foundation Trailing Arbutus Garden Club Wyant Family Foundation DONORS OF GIFTS IN MEMORIAM AND TRIBUTE We gratefully acknowledge the following contributions to Newfields in honor or memory of friends and family members.

GIFTS IN TRIBUTE

$1,200 to $2,499 Ayco Charitable Foundation Betley Foundation, Inc. The Broadbent Company Building Owners and Managers Association of Indiana (BOMA) Cape Fletcher Associates Crum & Forster Insurance Delta Faucet Company First Bank Richmond Hamilton County Community Foundation JCB Wealth Management J. D. Resley, Associates Inc. LPL Financial Merrill Lynch Wealth Management M.S. Woods Real Estate National Christian Foundation Indiana Network for Good Old National Wealth Management PNC Institutional Asset Management Fund for Charitable Giving Priority Press, Inc. TD Ameritrade Clearing UMB Financial Corporation United Way of Central Indiana Vision Communities, Inc. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC

In Honor of Henry and Wyatt Belden Janet D. and Randall C. Belden

In Honor of Sheena Birt Philip and Shandon Whistler

In Honor of Mildred Brown and Boneta Robbins Clay and Amy Robbins In Honor of Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette Pam and Doug Barcalow Building Owners and Managers Association of Indiana (BOMA)

In Honor of Noble Cala Danny Cala

In Honor of Mary Ellen Carter Parents and Family Mary Ellen and David Carter

In Honor of Kennedy and Bennett Conyers Janet D. and Randall C. Belden

In Honor of Amber Cox Julia Pekarek

In Honor of Ellen Crabb Marilyn Templeton

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In Honor of Greg Eaton and Todd Adams Jonathan Wright and Stuart Alter In Honor of Joan Hancock Cindy Hancock and Joe Palumbo

In Honor of Melissa Hullinger Rick Hullinger

In Honor of Jasper and Henry James V Karen Kreutzinger

In Honor of Patrick and Elaine Jerrell Jonah Kazmierski

In Honor of Ellen Lee Sarah Barney

In Honor of John and Mary Lisher John Lisher In Honor of Steve Mills Linda Mills In Honor of Joanne Najem Kristin Garber In Honor of Newfields’ Garden, Greenhouse, Grounds, and Park Teams Will and Cathy Snyder In Honor of Kevin Osburn Monica Bopp

In Honor of Kathie Sullivan Pauley April Bledsoe

In Honor of Katie Patterson Indianapolis Center for Congregations, Inc.

In Honor of Joy Pekarek Julia Pekarek

In Honor of Quinn and Keaton Pyatt Vicki Townsend and Sara Pyatt

In Honor of Sandy Schipp Marianna Manley

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In Honor of Greg and Corie Shaner’s grandchildren– Alison, Jacob, Olivia, and Ellis Gregory and Corie Shaner Michael and Carla Shannon Jonathan Wright and Stuart Alter In Honor of Shine and Papa Sogard Linda Sogard In Honor of Larry Steinberg Mona Brodsky

In Honor of Carol Thacker Christa Thacker and Jason Myers In Honor of LuAnn Thomas Douglas Thomas

In Honor of Timothy Wright Christine Barbo

In Memory of Bill Appel Susan and Knox McMillan In Memory of Marian Barger Linda Lugar

In Memory of Carol Becker Julie and Rene Van Walsem In Memory of Claire Richardson Bennett Debora and Michael Bush Charles and Patricia Chadwell Michaela and Cason Cusack Robert and Jean Davis Monica Dill David and Polly Gorden Elizabeth Josephson Christina Kohnen Ann Lapp Becky Phillips Peter and Karen Reist Steve and Betty Sterrett The Wyant Family Foundation

GIFTS IN MEMORIAM In Memory of Nayan Acharya Lily Pai

S AY I T B E A U T I F U L L Y

Bloom-struck Newfields considers it a profound honor to provide a serene space for people to commemorate their loved ones. The Bloom-struck program allows you to make a memorial or commemorative gift that honors someone special beautifully in The Gardens at Newfields. Their legacy is celebrated throughout the spring and summer, with each story enhancing and deepening the experiences of our guests who are inspired by your tribute while admiring the blossoms.

The inspirational aspect of this program struck a chord with one Bloom-struck participant who chose to remain anonymous.

“When I read the email for the first Bloom-struck, I must have been the first one to sign up. My planter is a memorial for my oldest son,” she shared. “By having a planter, other people will see my son’s name and his memory will continue to live on.”

Bloom-struck planters or trees provide a living canvas to express your love and admiration for someone amazing—whether that be a beloved family member, someone who has had profound impact on your life, or someone who deserves some special recognition. With Bloom-struck, your special memories are alive and vibrant in a beautiful, peaceful, and inspiring setting perfect for warm reflection and gratitude.

Learn more at discovernewfields.org/bloomstruck

In Memory of Len Betley Tom and Nora Hiatt Phyllis Schahet and Gary Schahet *

In Memory of Liz Bolyard Leslie Snyder and Norris Groves

In Memory of Donna Dombrowski Melissa Dombrowski and Kyle Fenner

Nancy Brown Webb Clay and Amy Robbins

In Memory of Alice & John Flaherty Jeanine Isham

In Memory of Cathryn Flaherty Maxwell Jeanine Isham

In Memory of Kevin Foy David and Polly Gorden Meredith and Kathleen Hull Christa Thacker and Jason Myers

In Memory of Dr. David Goldstein Lisa Heid

In Memory of Shirlie Dreher Laura Ginger and George Dreher

In Memory of Delores Groves Leslie Snyder and Norris Groves

In Memory of Carolyn Rudy Brill Robert Meyer James Mount Rebecca Rusling, Jay Troyka, and Matt Troyka In Memory of Helen Dickinson Patricia and James LaCrosse John Sieloff

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In Memory of Marilyn Hennessee Anonymous Mandria Davis Trish DeKeyser Greta Dunlap Gary Edwards Sandra Harrison Rebecca Henle John Hills Karlina Huffman Tom Lazzara Maria D. Ramseyer Carolyn Salsbery Judith Seright Donald Stogsdill Laura Tinsley Jeffrey and June Wagner Dennis Wegner Ellen Whitlock

In Memory of Irene Haaf Joan Haaf In Memory of John, Maryann, and Ed Hudecek Jane B. Seelig

In Memory of Francine Hurwitz Shelby and Valerie Goldblatt Roger Hurwitz

In Memory of Peter Jones Sharon and Richard L. Gilmor Margaret Wiley

In Memory of Jean Jordan Anonymous

In Memory of Sandy Joseph Bassam N. and Linda S. Helou In Memory of Jonathan Scott Keefe Venetta Keefe

In Memory of Daralyn Klam Natinne Keene

In Memory of William LaMothe Mary Ellen and David Carter In Memory of Wade Larkin Mary Ellen and David Carter In Memory of Glenn Lawrence Barbara Lawrence

In Memory of Rosemary W. Lee Ms. Ellen Lee and Mr. Stephen Dutton

In Memory of Midge Mann Leslie Snyder and Norris Groves

In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. John E. McArdle Mary M. and Daniel J. Lueders

In Memory of Kathryn and Timothy McCartney Claudia Burrows

In Memory of Clarence McConkey Clay and Amy Robbins In Memory of Joanne McConkey Clay and Amy Robbins In Memory of Ocie McConkey Clay and Amy Robbins In Memory of Kirk and Alice G. McKinney Nora and Tom A. Hiatt

In Memory of Steve Mills Linda Mills

In Memory of Scott Morlock Sue Arnold Brownsburg Inclusive Catholic Community Co. Amy Claire Mary Cove Denise Dufresne Mike and Lisa Francis Angela and Pete Majeski Nancy Meyer Helen Morlock William Mowery Thomas Nash Kathryn D. and Jack Patterson Collin Sweeney Patrick and Alice Sweeney Marcia Tenner Anita and Terry Thompson Michael Welch Edward and Jane Wiercioch

In Memory of Susan and Simon Morgenstern Christina and David Morgenstern

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In Memory of Charles F. Murphy Ph. D Judith B. Murphy

In Memory of Edith Robbins Gerger Clay and Amy Robbins

In Memory of Cecelia and Jay Myers Clay and Amy Robbins

In Memory of Jean Robbins Neate Clay and Amy Robbins

In Memory of F. Timothy Nagler Albert Louer and Tessa Louer

In Memory of June Robbins Clay and Amy Robbins

In Memory of Ann S. O’Neill Brian O’Neill

In Memory of Leon Rand Mrs. Anita and Dr. Howard Harris Mark Rosati Joycelyn Winnecke Katelyn Yoshimot

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NEWFIELDS LEGACY CIRCLE The Newfields Legacy Circle acknowledges living supporters who have made a distinct commitment to shaping the cultural life of future generations by making planned gift commitments to Newfields.

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Anonymous (12) Dan and Kate Appel Bob and Toni Bader Mr. Edward Ballard * Frank and Katrina Basile Kathryn and Leonard Betley * Dr. Ella H. and Mr. Robert R. Bowman Jim and Nancy Carpenter Lisa M. and David O. Clarke Sr. Steven M. Conant Chris W. and Lesley J. Conrad Bonnie E. and Andrew W. Craig Mrs. Becky Curtis Stevens Kay and Damon Davis Mr. J. G. Dawson Myra L. Echt Lori Efroymson-Aguilera and Sergio Aguilera Ms. Judith Cohn Epperson and Dr. Charles* Epperson Jane Seastrom Farber and Marvin W. Farber * Edgar Fehnel Drs. Richard and Rebecca Feldman Elaine Ewing Fess and Stephen W. Fess Russell Fortune III and Penny Fortune * Tim and Brenda Foster Lynne Suzanne Trapp Fuller Family Trust Sharon Gamble

Mr. Jamie Gibbs and Mr. Paco Argiz David and Julie Goodrich Ms. Rosanna H. Hall Ann and Edward Hathaway M. Ann Hayes and John Hayes * Cindy Helmling Tom and Nora Hiatt Dr. Roger and Mrs. Fran Hurwitz * Mr. Rick L. Johnson Jr. and Mrs. Alice Johnson Pamela K. and Gary M. Jursik Dana and Marc Katz Venetta Keefe Ann W. King Mr. David and Mrs. Anne Knall Dr. Kay F. Koch Dr. Ruth Kramer Mr. John Krauss and Ms. Margaret Maxwell Michael and Rebecca Kubacki Patricia J. and James E. Lacrosse Mr. Charles Lanham Mr. William Leazer Andra H. Liepa Amy Maierhofer and Karl Maierhofer * Susanne M. McAlister and Daniel H. Spitzberg, M.D. Ms. June M. McCormack Patricia P. and Michael K. McCrory

Robyn McMahon and Mark Cahoon * Ms. Nancy L. McMillan Sharon R. Merriman The Mutter Marines Lt. Gen. Carol and Col. Jim Mutter (ret.)

John and Carolyn Mutz Katherine C. Nagler Mrs. Jane Paine and Mr. Andrew Paine * Dr. Marian Pettengill Mr. R. Stephen and Mrs. Jane Radcliffe Dr. George Rapp and Mrs. Peggy Rapp * Dr. John and Mrs. Leslie Rapp Dr. Patricia and Mr. James D. Rapp Carol Cummings Reed Michael J. Robertson and Christopher A. Slapak Ms. Carolyn Schaefer and Mr. Jack Gray * Gregory and Corie Shaner Mr. Horace A. Chonle Mrs. Bren Simon and Mr. Melvin Simon * Susanne and R. Jack Sogard Ann M. Stack Charles and Peggy Sutphin Ambassador Randall L. Tobias Dr. William A. Weary

James P. White and Anna S. White * Ellen and Bob Whitt Mr. William and Mrs. Roberta Witchger Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Catherine Wright Kwan Fei Young DONORS TO THE COLLECTION We are thankful to the following donors of works of art or support in purchasing new or conserving existing works of art, whose gifts help to increase the quality and scope of the Indianapolis Museum of Art collection.

Anonymous (3) Martha Delzell * David and Julie Eskenazi First Christian Church of Columbus Christine Guyonneau and Thomas Mason June M. McCormack Dr. Marian Pettengill Mr. Markham Roberts and Mr. James Sansum Joanne Sprouse Dr. Rosalind H. Webb * deceased

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Photo Credits Front Cover: Left: Aphrodite’s Tears (detail), 2022, high-resolution video shot on a Red Raptor camera in 8K at 120 FPS. Created by Blockhouse Studios. © Blockhouse Studios.

Right: Pumpkin Path of Peril at Harvest Nights, September 29, 2023–October 31, 2023.

Inside Front Cover: First row, from left: Nam June Paik (American (b. Korea), 1932–2006), Who’s Your Tree, 1996, aluminum framework, (31) 13” CRT televisions, (3) 25” CRT televisions, (3) laser disk players, 174 × 108 × 24 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Now and Future Purchase Fund and Robert and Ina Mohlman Art Fund, 1996.321. © The Estate of Nam June Paik.

Installation view of THE LUME Indianapolis featuring Monet & Friends Alive in the IMA Galleries, July 3, 2022–May 28, 2023. THE LUME Indianapolis is created by Grande Experiences.

Second row, from left: Guests engage with an interactive activity in The Message is the Medium: Contemporary Art in the Allen Whitehill Clowes Special Exhibition Gallery, opened July 21, 2023.

The Beer Garden at Garden Terrace.

Third row, from left: Floral design by John Caleb Pendleton during Art in Bloom, March 22–26, 2023.

Snowflake Bridge during Winterlights, November 22, 2021–January 2, 2022.

Floral design by Deborah Summer during Art in Bloom, March 22–26, 2023. Artwork: Kyng Rhodes (America, b. 1993), Woman of Paradise (detail), 2022, acrylic and charcoal on canvas, 49.5 × 37.5 × 1.7 in. Courtesy of the artist. © Kyng Rhodes.

Robert Indiana (American, 1928–2018), Lippincott, LLC, foundry (American), Numbers 1, 4 and 0, 1980–1983, painted aluminum, 96 × 96 × 48 in. (each). Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift of Melvin Simon and Associates, 1988.242, 1988.245, and 1988.241 © 2024 Morgan Art Foundation / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

Bottom: Guests in the restored Katharine B. Sutphin Border Garden.

Page 1: Mary Wright Sewall (detail), circa 1880, taken by the Indianapolis photography studio Marceau & Power. Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division, LC-USZ62-75447.

Page 3, Left to Right: Darianne Christian, Chair of the Board of Trustees; Julianne Miller and Clarence Cannon, Community Engagement Managers; and Michael L. Kubacki, Interim President and Chief Executive Officer at Newfields’ 141st Annual Meeting in The Tobias Theater, May 8, 2024.

Page 6: Top: Walter Lobyn Hamilton (American, b. 1985), One Nation Under a Groove Box Set, Vol. 2 (detail), 2023, wood, vinyl records, vinyl albums, record player, 15.75ft wide × 7.5ft tall × 6in deep. Commissioned by the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields. © Walter Lobyn Hamilton.

Bottom Row, Left to Right: Installation view of The Truth of Freedom & The Language of Race, opened June 1–July 16, 2023 in the Bret Waller Gallery. Artworks © their respective creators.

Installation view of De Aquí y De Allá, opened November 24, 2023–January 7, 2024 in the Bret Waller Gallery. Artworks © their respective artists.

Cienfuegos, Cuba, 2023, graphite on canvas, 26 × 26 in. Courtesy of the artist. © Hector del Campo.

FITZ (American, b. 1993), Keep it Cool (detail), 2022, mixed media on canvas, 48 × 48 × 2 in. Courtesy of the artist. © FITZ. Page 7: Members of The Eighteen Art Collective stand in front of the title treatment to the exhibition We. The Culture: Works by The Eighteen Art Collective in the June M. McCormack Forefront Galleries, September 23, 2022–September 24, 2023.

Page 8: Left, Top to Bottom: Installation view of Stephen Sprouse: Rock | Art | Fashion in the Allen Whitehill Clowes Special Exhibition Gallery, July 16, 2022–April 2, 2022. Artworks © Stephen Sprouse.

Richard Hunt (American, 1935–2023), Standing Form, 1961, welded steel, 66 × 101/4 × 7 in. Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Dr. and Mrs. C.W. Pettinga by exchange, Gift of the Alliance of the Indianapolis Museum of Art by exchange, Robert L. and Marjorie J. Mann Acquisition Fund for Post-1945 Sculpture, Alice and Kirk McKinney Fund; Carmen & Mark Holeman Contemporary Fund, Contemporary Art Discretionary Fund, Louisa K. Valentine Memorial Contemporary Art Fund, Henry F. and Katherine D. DeBoest Memorial Fund, 2022.31. © 2024 Richard Hunt Trust / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

Right, Top to Bottom: Jean-Antoine Watteau (French, 1684–1721), Three Studies of a Seated Woman, about 1717, red chalk on paper, 7-7/8 × 10-1/2 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, The Clowes Collection, 2023.9.

Mary Sibande (South African, b. 1982), In Conversation with Madam CJ Walker, 2009, fiberglass, resin, cotton, steel, plastic, various dimensions, Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, The Robert and Traude Hensel Collection by exchange, Roger G. Wolcott Fund, Henry F. and Katherine D. DeBoest Memorial Fund by exchange, 2023.2A-J. © Mary Sibande. Courtesy the Artist and Kavi Gupta, Chicago.

Mochizuki Gyokusen (Japanese, 1834–1913), Geese and Reeds in Snow, 1911, ink and color and gold dust on silk, 67-3/8 × 149-3/16 in. (each), Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Jane Weldon Myers Art Fund. Restoration was made possible by exchange through Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Harvey D. Lovett and Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Herzman., 2022.29.1.

Ana T. Fernández (Mexican, b. 1981), Borrando la Frontera (Erasing the Border) 02 (detail), 2011, pigmented inkjet print, photograph, 26-5/8 × 40 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, David A. Garrett and Deloris Brink Garrett Contemporary Art Acquisition Fund, 2022.34. © Ana Teresa Fernández.

Page 9: Top Left: Adam B. Walter (American, 1820–1875) and John Martin (English, 1789–1854), Belshazzar’s Feast, after 1826, ink on paper, mezzotint, 16 × 24-1/2 in.

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Museum Accession, 2023.155.

Top Right: Marie D. Webster (American, 1859–1956), Nasturtium Wreath (quilt), 1930, cotton, appliquéd and quilted, 89-1/4 × 77-3/4 in. Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Webster Collection, Gift of Katherine Webster Dwight, 2022.46. © Marie Daugherty Webster.

Middle: Worden Day (American, 1912–1986), Now Flowing (detail), 1957, ink on paper, color plaster relief print, 26 × 71-3/4 in. Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift of Woodbury Morris by exchange, Gift of Mrs. Anna J. Brownell and Miss Frances J. Brownell by exchange, John Herron Fund by exchange, Gift of Harold Haven Brown by exchange, Gift of Eliza M. Niblack by exchange, Gift of Mr. Thomas Victor Keene by exchange, Museum Accession by exchange, Gift of Mrs. Henry L. Beveridge by exchange, Henry F. and Katherine D. DeBoest Memorial Fund, 2022.16. © Worden Day. Bottom Left: April Bey (Bahamian, b. 1987), Atlantican Archives: A Group of Beyoncés Founded Earth Feminism, 2021, digitally printed and woven blanket with hand-sewn “African” Chinese knockoff wax fabric, 80 × 60 × 1/4 in. Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, In memory of David A. Garrett and Deloris Brink Garrett, 2022.30. © April Bey. Bottom Right: Norman Teague (American, b. 1968) and Yohance J. Lacour (American, b. 1973), Africana rocking chair, 2022, basswood, leather, 28 × 21-1/2 × 24 in. Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Purchased with funds provided

by Christopher West, Robertine Daniels Art Fund in Memory of Her Late Husband, Richard Monroe Fairbanks Sr., and Her Late Son, Michael Fairbanks, 2022.20. © Yohance Joseph Lacour, © Norman Teague.

Far Right Top: John Teramoto, Curator Emeritus of Asian Art. Artwork: Mochizuki Gyokusen (Japanese, 1834–1913), Waterfall (detail), about 1900, ink and silver pigment on silk, various dimensions, Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift of the Asian Art Society of the Indianapolis Museum of Art, 2011.140.

Far Right Middle: Annette Schlagenhauff, Curator Emeritus of European Art. Artwork: Frans Hals (Dutch, about 1581–1666), Portrait of Frans Hals (verso), about 1650, oil on oak panel, 13-1/2 × 10 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, The Clowes Collection, 2015.28.

Far Right Bottom: Niloo Paydar, Curator Emeritus of Textile and Fashion Arts.

Artworks: Rei Kawakubo (Japanese, b. 1942) and Comme des Garçons (Japanese), dress (detail), Spring/Summer 2014, muslin, bust 38 in., center front 31-1/8 in., center back 33-5/8 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Purchased with funds provided by the Jungclaus-Campbell Company, Inc., 2018.17. © Rei Kawakubo, © Comme des Garçons. Rei Kawakubo (Japanese, b. 1942) and Comme des Garçons (Japanese), ensemble from “Roses & Blood” Collection (detail), Spring/Summer 2015, satin, neoprene, polyester, cotton, various dimensions, Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Fashion Arts Society Acquisition Fund, 2018.13A-C. © Rei Kawakubo, © Comme des Garçons.

Page 10 Top: Rembrandt van Rijn (Dutch, 1606–1669), Self-Portrait, about 1629, oil on oak panel, 17-3/8 × 13-5/8 × 3/4 in. Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, The Clowes Collection, 2023.4.

Page 11: Japanese, Samurai armor (hotoke-dō tōsei gusoku) bearing family crest of Inaba clan, late 18th century–mid-19th century, metal, lacquer, leather, cloth, helmet: 8-1/2 × 16 × 15 in. Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Purchased with funds provided by the Asian Art Society of the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Nancy C. and James W. Smith, Dorit and Gerald Paul, Leonard and Kathryn Betley, Joan D. Kahn, Gift of Alan and Simone Hartman by exchange, 2017.65A.1-R. Page 13: Installation view of The Message is the Medium: Contemporary Art in the Allen Whitehill Clowes Special Exhibition Gallery, opened July 21, 2023. Artworks:

Kenneth Noland (American, 1924–2010), South (detail), 1965, acrylic on canvas, 613/8 × 61-3/8 × 1-3/4 in. Lent by Kitty and Jim Rogers. © 2024 The Kenneth Noland Foundation / Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Alexander Calder (American, 1898–1976), Two White Dots in the Air (detail), 1958, painted metal and steel wire, 36 × 39 × 100 in. (installed), Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift from the Joseph Cantor Collection, 1987.89. © 2024 Calder Foundation, New York / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Josef Albers (American, born Germany, 1888–1976), Homage to the Square: In Accord, 1963, oil on Masonite, 24 × 24 in.

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, James E. Roberts Fund, 64.13 © 2024 The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

Page 14: Miller House and Garden, Columbus, Indiana.

Page 15: The Wild Birds Unlimited Native Pollinator Meadow in The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park at Newfields.

Page 16: The new parking lot and stormwater garden in The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park at Newfields.

Page 17: Heather Hart (American, b. 1975), Oracle of Intimation (detail), 2023, mixed media, 435-1/4 × 240 × 128-1/4 in. The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park at Newfields, Commissioned by the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields. © Heather Hart. Courtesy of the artist, and Davidson Gallery, New York.

Page 18: Top: Interior (left) and exterior (right) renovation details of the Madeline F. Elder Greenhouse.

Bottom: Guests walk on the new path in the restored Katharine B. Sutphin Border Gardens.

Page 20: Group photo of Newfields docents gathered in the Efroymson Family Entrance Pavilion.

Page 22: Top: A school group engages with an interactive activity in The Clowes Pavilion Reimagined, opened March 25, 2022.

Bottom Left: Guests enjoy Free First Thursday art activity in the IMA Studios.

Bottom Right: A guest painting in the Richard A. and Helen J. Dickinson Four Seasons Garden.

Page 23: Guests viewing the LED Ceiling in The Clowes Pavilion Reimagined, opened March 25, 2022.

Page 24: Newfields staff, volunteers, friends and family pose for photos while participating in the Indianapolis Pride Parade, 2023.

Page 25: Clarence Cannon and Julianne Miller, Community Engagement Managers at the Indiana State Fair.

Page 26: Top Left: Allison Slenker, Assistant Conservator of Objects provides educational programming to Newfields guests. Artworks: Urhobo, Janiform male figure (eshe) (detail), 20th century, wood, incrustation, iron, 64-7/8 × 13-1/2 × 11-1/2 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Eiteljorg, 1989.817. Asante people, stool, 20th century, wood, silver, 13-1/2 × 19-3/8 × 10-1/4 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Eiteljorg, 1989.480.

Top Right: Guests attend a Free First Thursday event, 2023.

Bottom: Guests participate in the Newfields photo opportunity at the Indiana State Fair, 2023.

Page 27: Installation view of The Message is the Medium: Contemporary Art in the Allen Whitehill Clowes Special Exhibition Gallery, opened July 21, 2023. Artworks: Ron Kleemann (American, 1937–2014), Johnny Rutherford Cartwheel Series, 1977, acrylic on canvas, 44-1/8 × 55-1/8 in. Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift of the Paul Harris Stores, Inc., 77.298 © Ron Kleemann. Haim Steinbach (American, born Israel, b. 1944), Untitled, 1990, leather, wood, feathers, stoneware, plastic laminate, 51-3/8 × 94 × 15-3/4 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Henry F. and Katherine D. DeBoest Memorial Fund, 1990.57. © Haim Steinbach. Robert Indiana (American, 1928–2018), DIE, 1962-1984, wood, iron, oil paint, wheels, found objects, 75.47 in.

Collection of the artist, Courtesy of Portland Museum of Art, Maine. © 2024 Morgan Art Foundation / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Miriam Schapiro (American, 1923–2015), New Harmony, 1979, fabric, acrylic on canvas, 70 × 40 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift of the Contemporary Art Society, 80.239. © 2024 Estate of Miriam Schapiro / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

Page 28: Guests walk through the Howling Hollow at Harvest Nights, September 29, 2023–October 31, 2023.

Page 29: Left: Guests walk through Winterlights, November 20, 2022–January 8, 2023.

Top Right: Guests enjoying Latkes and Lights during Winterlights, November 20, 2022–January 8, 2023.

Page 30: Top Left: Installation view of the Dining Room inside Lilly House decorated for Harvest Nights, September 29, 2023–October 31, 2023 Bottom Left: The National Bank of Indianapolis Summer Nights Film Series in the Amphitheatre at Newfields.

Top Right: Robert Indiana (American, 1928–2018) and Lippincott, LLC (American), LOVE (detail), 1970, Cor-ten steel, 144 × 144 × 72 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift of the Friends of the Indianapolis Museum of Art in memory of Henry F. DeBoest. Restoration was made possible by Patricia J. and James E. LaCrosse, 75.174. © 2024 Morgan Art Foundation / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

Bottom Right: Guests enjoy The Garden at Newfields on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2024.

Page 30-31: Mixed tulips (Tulipa cvs.) at the Miller House and Garden, Columbus, Indiana, 2023.

Page 31: Top Left: Floral Design by IRIS Blossom during Art in Bloom, March 20–24, 2024.

Bottom Left: Newfields Chair’s Dinner in the Randolph H. Deer Special Events Pavilion, 2023.

Top Right: Penrod Arts Fair in The Garden at Newfields.

Page 32: Elderflower cheesecake with butterfly pea tea and gold leaf veil.

Page 33: Bottom Left: Patrick Russ, Executive Chef.

Top Right: Guests enjoy the Flavors of Fall: Five-Course Chef’s Dinner event in the Randolph H. Deer Special Events Pavilion, produced by Executive Chef Patrick Russ and the Newfields Culinary Team, September 27, 2023.

Middle Left: Golden beet tapioca with hazelnut and avocado.

Middle Right: Musk melon gazpacho with cucumber caviar, serrano pepper and feta.

Bottom Right: Goat cheese panna cotta with winter citrus, fennel and tarragon.

Page 34: Rebecca Loudenbeck, Membership Specialist, and Dan Will, Membership Manager, at the Houston Zoo while attending the American Museum Membership Conference, October 23–26, 2023.

Page 35: Left: Guests to the exhibition Work In Progress: Conversations about American Art in the IMA Galleries, opened May 27, 2023.

Right: Tara Donovan (American, b. 1969), Untitled (Mylar) (detail), 2010, Mylar, hot glue, 156 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Commissioned by the Indianapolis Museum of Art, Frank Curtis Springer & Irving Moxley Springer Purchase Fund, Anonymous IV Art Fund, Deaccessioned Contemporary Art Fund, 2010.218A-D. © Tara Donovan, Courtesy The Pace Gallery.

Page 38: Top: Guests engage with the coloring activity in THE LUME Indianapolis featuring Monet & Friends Alive in the IMA Galleries, July 3, 2022–May 28, 2023. THE LUME Indianapolis is created by Grande Experiences.

Bottom: Bank of America volunteer withdrawing an invasive plant species and depositing a native species in its place in The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park, 2023.

Page 39: Top: Newfields’ 140th Annual Meeting in The Tobias Theater, May 15, 2023.

Middle Left: Newfields Chair’s Dinner in the Randolph H. Deer Special Events Pavilion, 2023.

Middle: Guests attending the opening of Work in Progress: Conversations About American Art, in the IMA Galleries, opened May 27, 2023.

Middle Right: Guests enjoying the Midnight event in the Efroymson Family Entrance Pavilion, December 31, 2023– January 1, 2024.

Bottom Left: Floral Design by Flower Boys during Art in Bloom, March 22–26, 2023.

Bottom Right: Guests attend an event within THE LUME Indianapolis featuring Van Gogh in the IMA Galleries. THE LUME Indianapolis is created by Grande Experiences.

Page 44: Bloom-struck planter outside the Efroymson Family Entrance Pavilion.

Back Cover: Left: Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly and garden zinnia (Zinnia elegans ‘Benary’s Giant Yellow’).

Right: Ingrid Calame (American, b. 1965), From #258 Drawing (Tracings from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the L.A. River) (detail), 2007, enamel paint on aluminum, 71 × 119 × 1-1/8 in., Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Carmen & Mark Holeman Contemporary Fund, 2008.3. © Ingrid Calame.

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