Bloom Archives
Author: Sophie Bird
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Ellyn Pruitt: Finding Black History Written in Stone
Ellyn Pruitt grew up with an affection and respect for cemeteries. She remembers that whenever her extended family in Gary, Indiana, was drawn together…
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The Stone Age Institute Presents Popular Culture Livestream Series
From March 28âMay 2, the Stone Age Institute will present a popular culture livestream series via streaming platform Mandolin, featuring performances by drummer Kenny…
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Mattie White: Deputy Director of IU Athletics
Though sheâs earned several degrees herself, when you visit Mattie Whiteâs office, thereâs only one credential on displayâher grandmotherâs 1939 high school diploma.
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April Gallery Walk to Feature Two New Galleries
The Gallery Walk on April 2 will feature five live gallery openings, including two new galleries.
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Raymond Fleischmann: B-town’s New Novelist
Raymond Fleischmann, director of advancement communications at the Indiana University College of Arts and Sciences, published his debut novel, How Quickly She Disappears (Berkley…
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Nicole Browne: Monroe County Clerk
As early voters wrapped around the block in downtown Bloomington last fall, Nicole Browne, the first Black woman elected as Monroe Countyâs Clerk of…
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Artist Adam Long: Painting the Town
Longtime Bloomington resident Adam Long, 43, doesnât have an artistâs background.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Are Popping Up in Bloomington
Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have begun to appear in parking lots around Bloomington, including four at Switchyard Park.
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Maria E. Hamilton Abegunde: Exploring the Legacy of Slavery
In 2014, Maria E. Hamilton Abegunde was the first person to earn a doctorate in African American and African Diaspora Studies at Indiana Universityâa…