THE HISTORY OF BRENDONSHIRE
The history of Brendonshire begins in 1917 when Charles S. Lewis purchased the land in which Brendonshire sits to serve as an annex to his Brendonwood development. He planted maple, oak, ash, walnut, and linden trees to enhance the property. Some of these trees, and many of their descendants, still shade Brendonshire today!
After his death in 1931, the property was held by the Lewis Estate, Inc. owned by the widow and sons of Mr. Lewis. In 1956, the Lewis Estate sold the land to the Brendonshire Company (formerly Kesslerwood Company) and construction of the neighborhood began!
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Photo: Indiana Historical Society
Home Building Starts…
“Luxury Development of 96 Lots Adjoins Brendonwood on South.”
Indianapolis Star - Sunday August 10, 1958 Announcing the development of Brendonshire.
August 4, 1961 - Indianapolis News
March 31, 1963 - Indianapolis Star
September 29, 1963 - Indianapolis Star
August 23, 1964 - Indianapolis Star
August 8, 1965 - Indianapolis Star
“Brendonshire – Where The Action Is”
The Brendonshire Social Club hosted a dinner dance - Indianapolis Star on January 2, 1967.
The Social Scene
During the 1960s and 1970s Dr. Curtis Clark of 5440 Hedgerow Dr. hosted classical concerts with “top shelf” musicians from around the world.
September 7, 1969 - Indianapolis Star
November 28, 1976 - Indianapolis Star
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