INDIANAPOLIS - Holiday shopping for an array of family, loved ones and new friends can be a daunting task, but the Indiana Historical Society offers a personalized, one-stop shopping opportunity for book lovers and gift givers alike this holiday season.
The Fifth Annual Holiday Author Fair takes place Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. at the Indiana History Center, 450 W. Ohio St., Indianapolis.
The Holiday Author Fair is the largest book signing gathering for Indiana-related material, featuring more than 90 "Hoosier" authors. Books include works of fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, photography, history, children's books and more. Visitors can converse with authors, have books signed and enjoy refreshments and live entertainment.
This year's event includes special appearances by renowned gospel singer and prolific author Gloria Gaither, as well as screenwriter Angelo Pizzo whose films "Hoosiers" and "Rudy" have inspired millions. Featured authors also include Philip Gulley, James Alexander Thom, Jim Madison, Lou Harry and Dick Wolfsie.
There is no admission charge for this event, and free parking is available in the Indiana History Center's surface lot, corner of New York and West streets. The Basile History Market also will offer complimentary gift wrapping on books and other purchases, such as music, Indiana-made household products, jewelry, original art, handmade textiles, children's merchandise, reproductions from the IHS collection and more.
The Fifth Annual Holiday Author Fair is sponsored by Indy Reads. For more details on these and other Indiana Historical Society offerings, call the IHS at 317-232-1882 or toll free at 800-447-1830. Information is available online at www.indianahistory.org
