The 41st annual Meridian-Kessler Neighborhood Association (MKNA) Home and Garden Tour is Saturday, June 7, 2014, and Sunday, June 8, 2014, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. As one of the oldest residential tours in Indiana, creative interior design and recent renovations are reflected in each house.

Flo Barnes is the event's Public Relations Chair. "For the past two years I've been involved with the home tour as a member of the marketing committee. I enjoy getting to know my neighbors, the neighborhood and being inspired by the beauty of the old homes in the area," she said.

MKNA's Home & Garden advance sale tickets can be purchased at www.MKHomeTour.com for $15 each. They are also available at: The Fresh Market (5415 North College Avenue), G. Thrapp Jewelers (5609 North Illinois Street) and National Bank of Indianapolis (4930 North Pennsylvania Street). Tickets are available at tour homes during the event for $20 apiece.

Citizens Energy Group, John Eaton Homes and Litz Real Estate are the Platinum sponsors for this year's home tour. Gold Sponsors are Indianapolis Power & Light, Sullivan Hardware and F. C. Tucker.

Individuals interested in volunteering as docents for the home tour can learn interesting facts about the residence where they work. They can receive a free ticket to see tour homes as well. A sign up form can be found through MKNA's website.

MKNA's Annual Twilight Tour & Silent Auction is Friday, June 6, 2014, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on the grounds of Immaculate Heart of Mary School at 317 E. 57th St. Tickets for this event are also available through MKNA's website.

"The evening includes a sneak peek inside two beautiful Meridian-Kessler homes which will not be a part of the Home & Garden Tour, as well as dinner, dancing and a great silent auction - all under a gorgeous, white party tent. There's no better way to kick off the summer! The Twilight Party is such a fun way to kick off our Home & Garden Tour weekend," said Stacy Kult, co-chair of the event. "It's a great party and it's always inspirational to see our neighbors gather together to raise money for neighborhood initiatives," she added.

Individuals interested in donating items or services can access this link for the Silent Auction donation form: http://www.mkhometour.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/SA-Donor-Form-2014.pdf

MKNA's website elaborates on their history: "Originally on the outskirts of the city, Meridian-Kessler became a highly desirable neighborhood in the early 20th century. Over 15,000 residents now live within its borders from Kessler Boulevard to the north, 38th Street to the south, Meridian Street to the west, and the Monon Railroad line to the east. It's far enough from downtown to be thoroughly residential and near enough to be completely urban, with gracious green spaces. The Home and Garden Day Tour was created in the 1970's to promote the history, beauty and unique architecture of the neighborhood. MKNA's Home & Garden Tour and Twilight Tour & Silent Auction are unique opportunities to meet new neighbors, renew acquaintances and visit one of the city's most historic and scenic neighborhoods."