Holy Cross Campus
BACKGROUND
Despite its rich local history, The Church of the Holy Cross was closed in 2014 due to declining congregation numbers. Parts of the campus remained in use for a while after, but ultimately the entire site was vacated in 2016. In recent years, community members have advocated for its restoration, and in 2024, the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission designated the church as a historic landmark. This project proposes a new chapter for Holy Cross.
Existing Conditions
Site Inventory
Site Plan
01 Art Museum
The old church will be converted into an art museum, paying homage to the history of the neighborhood.
02 Botanical Conservatory
Removing the addition to the school from the early 2000s, this building will become an educational botanical conservatory.
03 Cafe & Co-Working
Free wifi for the neighborhood! This cafe includes reservable co-working spaces for the community.
04 Tool Library & Art Studio
The old gymnasium will become a haven for artists, offering classes and tool rentals.
05 Sculpture Garden
This formal garden brings the museum outside with beautiful walking paths and a central water feature.
06 Outdoor Classroom
This space is intended to be used in partnership with the neighboring elementary school to provide students with hands-on experience in planting and caring for flowers or produce.
