INDIANAPOLIS — A once-blighted building in Irvington could soon become a hub for artists and the community if a local business owner’s vision comes to life.
Elysia Smith, owner of Irvington Vinyl & Books, is leading an effort to turn the long-vacant property into a fully equipped maker space. The project aims to give artists access to affordable tools, collaborative opportunities and even an artist residency program — all while preserving and growing Irvington’s cultural legacy.
“This is going to take what was once a space that no one could use and turn it into something a lot of people can use,” Smith said. “It’s about fostering collaboration and keeping this community’s creativity alive.”
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The maker space will operate four days a week, with equipment available for in-house projects and a checkout system so artists can work…
