About this Event
The History and Legacy of Roberts Settlement
Bryan Glover, Vice President and Board Chair of Roberts Settlement
Join us for our monthly conversation with historians, researchers, and educators as we discuss topics related to Indiana’s Black heritage.
Roberts Settlement — a historic community founded in 1835 in northern Hamilton County (Indiana) by free people of color seeking freedom, opportunity, and self‑determination.
From the Coastal Plain of North Carolina to the fields of present‑day Hamilton County, this pioneering Black community has endured, adapted, and thrived for nearly two centuries. Their story is one of faith, resilience, and an unwavering pursuit of liberty.
Today, descendants continue to preserve this remarkable heritage and celebrate the enduring bonds that have connected generations.
?️ Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a vital chapter of our city’s history. Your presence helps ensure these stories are remembered, respected, and retold.
- In Person: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at Indiana Landmarks Center and talk begins at 6:00 p.m.
- Online: Livestream will begin at 6:00 p.m.
No need to request both an in‑person and online ticket—we’ll automatically send the access link to everyone about two hours before the event, just in case your plans change!
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Event venue & nearby stays
Indiana Landmarks Center, 1201 Central Avenue, Indianapolis, United States
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