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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.

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IMPS Exhibit Opening January 2025 at The History Center at the Marion Public Library

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 will honor Marion’s rich motorcycling heritage. Set to open in January 2025 at the Grant County History Center, located within the Marion Public Library, this permanent exhibit will highlight Marion’s

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Arts Commission Invests in IMPS

Arts Commission Invests in Indiana Motorcycle Preservation Society to Strengthen Marion through Arts and Creativity The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) has allocated a significant grant of $4,000 to the Indiana Motorcycle Preservation Society (IMPS) for their project, “Preserving the Cornfield Classic.” This initiative aims to celebrate and safeguard Indiana’s cultural legacy, particularly in the realm

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