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Honoring Mark “Wolfie” Wolfgang
The Indiana Motorcycle Preservation Society (IMPS) joined upwards of 100 local riders and community members in Van Buren on Saturday, July 12, 2025, to celebrate
Ray Creviston: Converse’s Legendary Motorcycle Racer and Grant County Treasure
When you explore early 20th-century motorcycling lore, one name shines brightly: Ray Creviston. Born and raised near Converse, Indiana, Creviston became a national figure in
Marion, Indiana Gears Up for the Race of the Century
In the summer of 1919, excitement filled the air in Marion, Indiana, as preparations for one of the biggest motorcycle races in history were underway. Published in Motorcycling and Bicycling on July 9, 1919, an article titled Big Mid-Summer Events Being Planned for Marion, Indiana captured the energy and anticipation surrounding what would become the International World’s Championship Road Race.
New Exhibit Showcasing Marion’s Motorcycle Legacy Set to Open in 2025
New Exhibit: “Home of the Hog” Celebrates Marion’s Motorcycle Legacy The Indiana Motorcycle Preservation Society (IMPS) is proud to announce a groundbreaking new exhibit that
Honoring the Legacy of Private Gerald Dixon and the Buffalo Soldiers
Honoring the Legacy of Private Gerald Dixon and the Buffalo Soldiers Last night, the Indiana Motorcycle Preservation Society (IMPS) had the honor of connecting with
Jonesboro River Rally 2024 & More!
Jonesboro River Rally 2024 & More! Get ready for one of the biggest motorcycle events in Indiana! This weekend, from September 26th to 29th, 2024,
The Glenn Scott Harley-Davidson Restoration & Moto Community Project
Grant Submission Complete We are thrilled to announce that we’ve officially submitted our application for The Glenn Scott Harley-Davidson Building Restoration & Moto Community Project
The Importance of History and Storytelling
At the Indiana Motorcycle Preservation Society (IMPS), we are driven by a mission to preserve and share the rich history of motorcycling in Indiana. Our
Free Vinyl Printing Service for a Year
IMPS Building Campaign Pitch: Free Banner and Window Film Printing Service for Top Donor Attention, community members and business owners! The Indiana Motorcycle Preservation Society