As an ongoing part of the Butler Gateway Project, ground was broken to start construction for a new event venue on June 4, 2026. The Allen Whitehall Clowes Ballroom is slated to hold 1,400 people for a variety of recitals, receptions and performances.
This project follows a 2024 announcement, which highlighted that a $9 million grant was given to Butler by the Allen Whitehall Clowes Charitable Foundation.
In a university press release, President Danko said, “The Whitehill Ballroom reflects our confidence in Butler’s future, Indianapolis’ future, and our belief that the arts remain essential to building vibrant communities.”…