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Forrester House
1856
Orran G. Fox House
1894
Civic Auditorium
1930
Benjamin T. Butterworth House
1873
William Orr House
1875

Preserve Historic Architecture in La Porte

The mission of Preserve Historic La Porte is to promote and actively pursue the preservation of La Porte’s historic architecture through education, community service, hands-on restoration, promotion of local historic designation, and financial support of worthy preservation projects. 

As the only citizen-run, not-for-profit preservation organization in La Porte, we work to represent and serve the interests of historic property owners and actively lead efforts to save historic buildings in jeopardy. We also advocate for City designation of exceptional properties, as a way of acknowledging their importance to the community and ensuring their integrity for future generations.

Preserve Historic La Porte is a 501(c)(3) organization and affiliate partner of Indiana Landmarks.

1127 Indiana Ave.

Carroll B. Huntress House, 1912

1201 Indiana Ave.

Benjamin T. Butterworth House, 1873

1411 Indiana Ave.

Jacob Wile House, 1861

1410 Indiana Ave.

Julia N. Turnbull House, 1915

1420 Indiana Ave.

Leroy D. Webber House, 1864

1421 Indiana Ave.

Emmet Scott House, 1915

1501 Michigan Ave.

Orran G. Fox House, 1894

1408 Michigan Ave.

Florence Andrew House, 1913

1315 Michigan Ave.

Ellsworth E. Weir House, 1894

1217 Michigan Ave.

Francis Morrison House, 1905

1108 Michigan Ave.

Abram Sommerfield House, 1913

1008 Michigan Ave.

First Church of Christ Scientist, 1893

Preserve Historic Architecture in La Porte

The mission of Preserve Historic La Porte is to promote and actively pursue the preservation of La Porte’s historic architecture through education, community service, hands-on restoration, promotion of local historic designation, and financial support of worthy preservation projects. 

As the only citizen-run, not-for-profit preservation organization in La Porte, we work to represent and serve the interests of historic property owners and actively lead efforts to save historic buildings in jeopardy. We also advocate for City designation of exceptional properties, as a way of acknowledging their importance to the community and ensuring their integrity for future generations.

Preserve Historic La Porte is a 501(c)(3) organization and affiliate partner of Indiana Landmarks.

Committee Recommends Renovations to Kiwanis Stadium at Current Location

LA PORTE, IN — Following months of collaborative review in which all options were considered, the Kiwanis Committee presented its recommendations for the future of Slicer football to the LPCSC Board of School Trustees this evening. The committee, made up of representatives from La Porte Community School Corporation (LPCSC), Preserve Historic La Porte, and community stakeholders, recommends renovations and upgrades to Kiwanis Stadium at its current location.
The committee has met regularly since October 2025, working with Schmidt and Associates architects on a feasibility study assessing the 75-year-old stadium’s condition and restoration needs. Stakeholder input was gathered as part of the process of looking ahead to future needs of the school and the community. Should the board move forward with the recommended plan, the School Corporation would work with Schmidt and Associates to see the renovations and improvements through to completion, contingent on securing the necessary funding.
“Kiwanis Stadium has been home to Slicer football for 75 years, and thanks to this partnership, it will continue to serve our students and community for generations to come,” said Ryan Seaburg, President of the LPCSC Board of School Trustees. “While the next steps will depend on funding, we are grateful for the collaboration with Preserve Historic La Porte as we work toward securing the future of this community landmark.”

“This stadium is more than a football field. It is a landmark that has brought our community together for decades,” said Mark Kurth, President of Preserve Historic La Porte. “We are proud to partner with La Porte Community School Corporation to preserve this piece of La Porte’s history while ensuring it meets the needs of today’s student-athletes.”

PHLP is offering commemorative pennants celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Slicers football at Historic Kiwanis Field. Featuring Slicers’ colors on a high-quality felt background, the pennants are a great way to show your Slicers spirit and contribute to ensuring another 75 years of play for our favorite stadium. Makes a great stocking-stuffer for the Slicer fans on your list! Proceeds go to support efforts to preserve Kiwanis Field. $20.00 + $3.00 S&H.

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National Register Indiana Michigan Aves Historic District
La Porte Historic District And Sites
Individual National Register Listed Properties
Locally Designated Sites

20+ Years of the Candlelight Tour

Puerta de
Salvacion

1008 Michigan Avenue
Built in 1893

Larry & Peggy
Smith

2704 South 150 West
Built in 1860

Gary & Sandy
Ashby

1421 Indiana Avenue
Built in 1915

Dennis & Mariana Zeedyk

2010 Michigan Avenue
Built in 1925

Trinity Lutheran Church

907 Michigan Avenue
Built in 1868