ESTABLISHED:
1863
MISSION:
The mission of the Crown Hill Foundation is to preserve and celebrate the architectural, cultural, and natural heritage of the city’s oldest urban greenspace, Crown Hill Cemetery.
SERVING OUR COMMUNITY:
Crown Hill Cemetery, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, stands as a cherished historic landmark in Central Indiana. Through the work of the Crown Hill Foundation, we honor and preserve its legacy by:
- Stewarding the Crown Hill Arboretum—a Level II accredited arboretum and the only one of its kind in Central Indiana
- Caring for more than 11,000 inventoried trees, representing 137 diverse species
- Preserving and restoring our many historic buildings, monuments, mausoleums, and works of art
- Offering free educational field trips to local schools
- Providing engaging public and private tours of the cemetery grounds
- Hosting an annual speakers’ series that highlights history, nature, and culture
- Partnering with community organizations to create unique learning experiences
- Preserving the cemetery’s extensive historical records
LEADERSHIP:
Staff
David Rieck, President
Marianne Randjelovic, Vice President of Advancement
Stephanie Ertel, Director of Education and Engagement
Carrie Tauscher, Arboretum Director
Jeannie Regan-Dinius, Director of Historic Preservation
Board of Directors:
Otto Frenzel, IV, Chairman
Cathy Wood-Lawson, Vice Chair
Chris MacAllister
Milton Thompson
William Elder, Jr.
Jody Blankenship
Harry “Mac” McLaughlin
Cordelia Lewis-Burks
OTHER WAYS TO HELP:
Donate
Your support makes our mission possible. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on the generosity of donors to help us preserve and celebrate the legacy of Crown Hill. Your gift directly supports:
- The preservation of historic buildings, monuments, and mausoleums
- The care of over 11,000 trees in our nationally accredited arboretum
- Free educational experiences for local schools
- The protection and accessibility of historical records
Every contribution helps ensure that Crown Hill remains a place of beauty, learning, and remembrance for generations to come.
Volunteer
Our work would not be possible without the passion and dedication of our volunteers. Whether you’re interested in caring for trees and plantings, assisting with educational programs, cleaning historic headstones, restoring monuments, or leading tours—there’s a place for you on our team.
Learn more about how you can make a gift and get involved at: CrownHillFoundation.org
700 W. 38th Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46208
317-920-4165
CrownHillFoundation.org
