COLD SPRING INNOVATION CORPORATION
RENOVATING FORMER INDIANAPOLIS VA HOSPITAL
ABOUT THE RENOVATION
The former Indianapolis Veterans Administration hospital, the oldest building on the historic Larue Carter property, is being renovated to serve as a hub for education and innovation. The historic building will be a space for trusted partners who provide education services for all ages. Property development is being overseen by the Cold Spring Innovation Corporation, a nonprofit partner of Marian University.
Renovating the former Indianapolis Veterans Administration Hospital is one part of the Riverside Education Innovation District (REID), an initiative spearheaded by Marian University to improve literacy rates and lifelong learning in the Near Northwest area of Indianapolis, Indiana, and beyond.
COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
The Brandt Construction + Schmidt Associates team is committed to partnering with Cold Spring Innovation Corp., to bring this unique and historic project to life. The design team has engaged a series of stakeholders sessions to gather feedback and consensus on the layout of the building and site. Additional community engagement sessions will be conducted to help inform the neighborhood about the project and to encourage participation in the construction activities.
Community engagement is essential! Diane Wade is in a new grant-supported role at Marian University to keep neighbors informed about education efforts and property updates. She’s here to listen and talk with the community about how the REID initiative can support literacy and lifetime learning. Have questions or want Diane to attend your neighborhood event? Contact her at dwade@marian.edu.
As part of a shared commitment to engage the community in this transformational project, you can find ongoing updates about renovations to the former Indianapolis Veterans Administration Hospital and construction-related community events here.
PROPERTY RENOVATION PROGRESS
SEPTEMBER
​CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
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DEMOLITION ACTIVITIES
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Selective Demolition is currently underway. Contractors are in the process of removing the old systems, including flooring, ceilings, piping, ductwork, conduit and lighting, to help clear the way for the new systems to be put in place. You can now see the exposed structure of the building.
BIDDING ACTIVITY
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A pre-bid was held on September 30th for contractors to learn about the project and walk the building in preparation for submitting their bids.
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Bids Due – October 14, 2025
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AUGUST
​DESIGN ACTIVITIES
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Project details are being finalized, including selection of interior finishes, landscaping, and final selections of historic fixtures FINISH BOARD LINK SITE PLAN LINK HISTORIC FIXTURE SCOPE LINK​
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Received initial approval of scope from State Historic Preservation Office for Building 1 renovation
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Design estimated to be complete by end of August/early September
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JULY
​CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
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Selective demolition in Building 1
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Deconstruction and inventory of front stair to prepare for reconstruction
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JUNE
DESIGN ACTIVITIES
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Finalizing site survey and evaluation of storm lines
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Finalizing architectural, interiors, and structural drawings to submit to State Historic Preservation Office
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Finalizing direction on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology systems with utilities and contractors​
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
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Demolition is anticipated to start in the next 2 to 3 weeks
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MARCH THROUGH MAY
DESIGN ACTIVITIES
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Site visits​​
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Stakeholder meetings with potential tenants
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Design review meetings with leadership
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Historic preservation reviews with State Historic Preservation Office
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Project scope confirmation​
PROJECT SCOPE
CONTACT US
To discuss options for your organization on the former Larue Carter campus, contact Chris Creighton, Vice President of Innovation and Growth and President of CSIC, at ccreighton@marian.edu.
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Renovating the former Indianapolis Veterans Administration Hospital—and bringing a new mission of lifetime learning to this historic property—is one part of the Riverside Education Innovation District (REID). To stay up to date on the REID initiative and receive the monthly community newsletter, contact Diane Wade, Director of Community Engagement & Marketing, at dwade@marian.edu.