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Lowell, Indiana High School: Incredible and Crumbling

Jessica Nunemaker — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 13:30:11 +0000

Lowell, Indiana High School

Lowell, Indiana is such a neat little town.

We just had to spend a bit of time exploring the side streets that branched away from the fantastic shop-filled downtown!

Lowell, Indiana High School

Suddenly we burst upon this wonderful old building. Can you imagine our surprise and awe?

It towers over the street from its perch on top of a small, steep hill. Imposing–even in its decayed state.

How many students walked through these doors when the floors were shiny new wood? How many first days of school has that building seen?

They just don’t make them like they used to.

Abandoned School

Small Indiana towns or big cities, beautiful abandoned properties can be found anywhere.

The story behind this old Lowell School? The current owners refuse to sell but also refuse to make repairs. It sounds complicated. And frustrating.

So…it sits. Neglected. Crumbling. The roof completely disintegrating causing who knows how much damage on the inside as well as falling off and hitting homes that surround it.

What I wouldn’t give to poke around and take a few pics before it’s gone.

Save The Small Town Treasures

Lowell, Indiana High School

I can only hope that something will change. This is an important piece of Indiana history. It points back to a very prosperous beginning in Lowell’s history.

Would that not make a wonderful community gathering place?

If and when that happens (I am an optimist), let me know. little Indiana would love to donate to its preservation.

See more Lowell High School images and other pictures in Indiana on my Flickr photostream.

Lowell High School
525 E Main Street
Lowell, Indiana 46256

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Exotic and Flashy? You be the Judge. Morocco, Indiana: Architecture

Jessica Nunemaker — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:30:27 +0000

Oh, Morocco, Indiana. Small and obviously struggling like so many other small towns across the state. Parts of you are so sad…yet visually very interesting. Agreed?

Indiana Bed and Breakfast: The Victorian Guest House

Jessica Nunemaker — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:30:47 +0000

From the instant I saw The Victorian Guest House in Nappanee, Indiana, I was giddy with excitement. I couldn’t wait to get inside and see it!

Nappanee, Indiana Bed and Breakfast

Nappanee, Indiana: Victorian Guest House Bed and Breakfast

Gabled and turreted, we somehow managed to drive right by this very large Indiana bed and breakfast. Oops. My navigating skills may leave something to be desired.

Anyway, from the outside, The Victorian Guest House was absolutely beautiful…and pink. Very, very pink.

Our Room at The Victorian Guest House

Lovely etched glass doors led into an entryway with fantastically gorgeous woodwork along an impressive staircase. Our room was at the top of the stairs: The Coppes Suite.

Why did we choose to stay in this room? I think the picture above easily explains it.

The tub was that huge. Original to the house and in excellent condition, it is capable of holding 65 gallons of water with plenty of room for two. I totally felt like a Princess.

Exploring the Inn

Nappanee, Indiana: The Victorian Guest House Dining Room

We made our way downstairs to check out what was offered in the dining room. What a room that was!

There was a massive amount of woodwork here as well as an incredible carved table and chairs. My photos just do NOT do it justice.

I picked through numerous teas while hubs ponied up for a cold pop (or soda as he says) from the mini-fridge.

Breakfast the next morning started with a pear comfit, an egg casserole that I’m pretty sure I have made myself at home, and a generous slice of Milk Chocolate Bundt Cake.

The Victorian Guest House is in a terrific location. Right in the quaint Indiana town of Nappanee, hubs and I could easily ditch the car, walk around, and make our way back without getting lost and confused about how to get back.

Victorian Beauty

It is a wonderful home and definitely worth checking out. They just don’t make them like they used to!

Find more pictures in Nappanee, Indiana on my Flickr photostream.

Victorian Guest House
302 East Market Street
Nappanee, Indiana 46560
574.773.4383

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