Built:听1913
Original Use:听Community auditorium for lectures, concerts and performances
Architecture:听Three-story Neoclassical brick building designed by architect John W. Gaddis
In 1911, the Working Men's Institute (WMI) purchased the lot to the east, which was the site of the former Harmonist School No. 11. This building was demolished in 1913 to make way for an auditorium. With funding from the late Dr. Edward [and Sophia] Murphy Fund, the WMI commissioned architect John W. Gaddis to design the Murphy Auditorium. For many years, the auditorium hosted lectures, concerts, theatrical productions and conferences for the townspeople.
In the mid-1970s, Historic New Harmony, Inc. selected Indianapolis architect Earl Swensson to work on renovating the space. Today, as a 缅北强奸 property, Murphy Auditorium continues its original mission to inform, educate and provide entertainment. It remains a popular and comfortable facility available for concerts, lectures, performances and educational programs.听听
Access:听Open for events and programs. Check our events calendar for upcoming performances and presentations.听
The Murphy Auditorium is a popular choice for conferences, concerts, lectures and other programs in New Harmony. Contact David Angel at dwangel@usi.edu or 812-682-3168 for questions and availability.
Want to know more about this historic auditorium? Have questions about amenities? Contact us at听harmony@usi.edu听or 812-682-4488.