HMP in Action

Ora Triplet and Rachel Johnson acted to assist the HMP family of Derrick and Diana and Baughn who suffered a serious fire in their home late last year. Ora and Rachel would like to thank friends and neighbors for their generous contributions of money — totaling...

Did You Know?

At the time HMP was developed, a Baptist church stood at 3261 N. Meridian St.  The Episcopal dioceses purchased the property in 1919 and founded the “Church of the Advent.”  The current church building, designed by premier architectural firm McGuire and Shook, was...

Spring Alley Clean-Up, April 16

If you enjoy clean alleys, please plan to meet other HMP residents at 32nd and Pennsylvania Streets on Saturday, April 16, 2011 from 8:30 AM to noon. Volunteers are asked to meet at the roundabout at 32nd and Pennsylvania Streets. HMP needs at least 25 neighbors to...

Reflections in the Mirror: Rod Smith

Where were you born? Durban, South Africa, Mothers’ Hospital, third floor – overlooking the South Africa’s premier Grayville Horse Racing Course where the famed Durban July occurs (think Kentucky Derby). Tell us about your life in home country. Idyllic – and I am...

Project Home Indy Seeking Perennials

Dear Historic Meridian Park Neighbors, As you know, Project Home Indy (located next to the alley on 32nd Street) is very close to opening and serving 5 young women and their babies.  We plan to open in April, but want to take this opportunity to ask those of you who...

2011 Dues are Due

Ever wonder how your $10 dues benefit HMPNA?  HMPNA dues are used to pay for supplies and equipment for the alley clean-ups, the flowers for the roundabout, food and supplies for social events, home tour supplies, and other neighbor and neighborhood needs identified...

Cajun Brunch and New Neighbor Reception in May

  HMP residents joined together to welcome new neighbors at the annual Cajun Brunch and New Neighbor Reception in May.  Residents were treated to fine Cajun-inspired food and drinks, enjoyed music, and had great conversations.  A brief neighborhood meeting was...

Did You Know?

The Historic Meridian Park (HMP) neighborhood has been recognized on the National Register of Historic Places since 1990.  Homes featured in HMP are classic Arts and Crafts and American Foursquare architecture among other styles.

Message from the 2011 HMPNA President

Dear Neighbors and Friends, With the start of the new year brings new dreams and opportunities for the neighborhood. If there were ever a time that we could dream BIG, 2011 is the year! Our neighborhood, as well as several surrounding neighborhoods, is engaged in a...

Monumental Marathon Comes Through HMP

The third annual Indianapolis Monumental Marathon and Half Marathon took place Saturday, November 6 with a full marathon (26.2 miles) and half-marathon (13.1 miles). Start and finish lines were near the Indiana State House. The race began at 8:00 AM, with the fastest...