Batesville, IN — Batesville Main Street (BMS), in partnership with the City of Batesville, will break ground this Spring on Inspiration Park, an outdoor gathering space that will honor dynamic women who have made a difference in the Batesville Community. The 5 inaugural honorees are Margaret Hillenbrand and Mary Mitchell (Founders of Margaret Mary Hospital); Jane Yorn (Founder of Safe Passage); Jolene Rockwood (Founder of Batesville Area Arts Council) and Roberta Cook (Founder of Amack’s Well).
BMS is asking the public’s help to identify other illustrious women throughout Batesville’s history whose contributions are also deserving of recognition. There are two opportunities for community members to include other women in this special project:
1) Nominate a Trail Blazer (Those selected will receive a complimentary special large granite paver in recognition of their visionary contributions)
In order to be considered, nominees:
• Must be current or past residents of Batesville, Indiana.
• Must have shown vision and follow through for a philanthropic initiative benefitting the community, with no initial compensation.
• Must have contributed significant time or financial resources to realize the project.
This nominee’s initiative must stand the test of time and still be an active endeavor in the community. Click here for a nomination form and additional details. Nominations must be received by May 15, 2021 and can be submitted via email to [email protected] or by mail to Batesville Main Street PO Box 260, Batesville, IN 47006. Hard copies of the form can also be obtained at The Batesville Memorial Public Library and The Memorial Building.
2) Purchasing a Paver
Honor a woman who has made Batesville a better place by purchasing an engraved paver. This is the perfect way to celebrate a special woman who’s giving spirit has had an impact on you or others in the Batesville community. A limited quantity of engraved pavers will be offered for sale at a cost of $150 per paver brick (4×8 size). Orders for pavers must be received by May 15th. Proceeds will go to the ongoing maintenance of Inspiration Park. Click here to download the purchase form. Hard copies of the form can also be obtained at The Batesville Memorial Public Library and The Memorial Building.
