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Mishawaka commission readies May events, updates historic signage and outreach
Summary
The Mishawaka Historic Preservation Commission reviewed plans for two May events, approved a revised sign image for a historic marker, and urged outreach for the Princess City Stroll and bridge-anniversary activities.
The Mishawaka Historic Preservation Commission discussed several spring outreach and signage efforts at its meeting, including a revised historic sign proof, the Princess City Stroll on May 1 and a planned May 21 commemoration tied to the city bridge.
Staff said the sign shop produced a new proof and that "Kate has a new picture sharpened" and proposed placing the sign above an existing no-parking sign so it will face consistently; staff added they "will hopefully get this up by May" and can add a date to the sign. Staff also described poster and yard-sign distribution logistics and said May signs will be ready for pickup on April 27 to allow installation before the first-week events.
On the Princess City Stroll, staff said about "7 to 8 businesses" had agreed to participate and that the event is scheduled for "Friday, May 1 from 5 to 9." The commission encouraged members to staff a table, share event posts on social media and coordinate with the Mishawaka Business Association and Parks Department for promotional support.
Separately, a committee member said historical research shows a relevant bridge date of May 21 (1925). The commission discussed timing for a small commemoration and whether to include sign unveilings or screening archival film as part of that weekend's activities.
The meeting also included a short discussion of a community outreach item called the Mishawaka history "summer bucket list," a 75-item list intended for distribution via the Mishawaka Historical Museum and public venues to encourage residents to visit local historic sites.
The commission did not take any formal votes on these items; staff was directed to proceed with sign production, finalize logistics for the May 1 stroll and coordinate promotional materials for the May activities.
