Lockefield Gardens was a 1936 Public Works Administration housing project for Indianapolis
blacks. This study analyzes the Lockefield Gardens historic preservation debate in the period of
1975 – 1985. The historical and descriptive overview of Lockefield Gardens provides a sense of
this unique place. The practical politics of historic preservation and the theory of § 106 review
are considered as they impacted the preservation/development controversy. Lastly, the lessons
learned from the Lockefield Gardens deliberations are offered to help improve historic
preservation efforts in the future. These include consideration of such factors as time, diversity
and political leadership. The conclusion offers suggestions for an improved memorialization of
Lockefield Gardens, as well as the proud and vibrant African American community that once
resided there. / New Deal architecture and historic preservation -- Historical and descriptive overview of Lockefield Gardens -- Preservation/development efforts 1975-1985 -- The theory of [section] 106 review and the practical politics of preservation -- The lessons of Lockefield Gardens.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:BSU/oai:cardinalscholar.bsu.edu:123456789/198136 |
| Date | 03 May 2014 |
| Creators | Murray, Kevin Charles |
| Contributors | Heidemann, Mary Ann |
| Source Sets | Ball State University |
| Detected Language | English |
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