ReStore Avilla, Inc., is comprised of representatives from local businesses and community leaders. We are a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization formed to achieve a revitalized downtown district for the Town of Avilla, Indiana. Our mission is to preserve the historic value of the town and foster community collaboration to “Restore” the town to its former functionality, vitality, and beauty.
2025 Events
Meet Me at the Market
Shop with local vendors at the Avilla Community Market at Eley Memorial Park on West Albion Street from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the third Saturdays, May through October.
Vendor space is free. Please contact Katie at 260-615-8578 for more details so you can sell at our next market!
Learn more about local permits and requirements for selling.
First Annual Car Show
Monthly Meetings
ReStore Avilla welcomes locals who have a heart for revitalizing our downtown area and is committed to our mission. We meet every second Monday of each month, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at American Legion Post 240.
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September 12, 2012
Avilla Downtown Revitalization Master Plan Adopted & ReStore Avilla Formed.
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November 2017
ReStore Avilla, Inc. Acquires Former Magpie's Property. Building To Be Sold and Empty Lot To Become Greenspace.
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May 12, 2018
Farmer's Market Transferred to ReStore Avilla from Avilla Area Chamber to Help ReStore Avilla Raise Funds.
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December 8. 2018
Heritage Park Dedication.
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May 1, 2021
ReStore Avilla, Inc. Designated as ODAN OCRA Affiliate Network Member.
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October 8, 2022
Crump’s Canine Corral Opening Day: Avilla Dog Park.
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September 25, 2023
Downtown Avilla Mural Reveal.
Restore Avilla, Inc. is honored to be able to continue working with OCRA and fulfilling our mission to maintain, preserve, and improve downtown Avilla!
As an OCRA’s Downtown Affiliate Network member, ReStore Avilla, Inc., is part of a statewide network of communities that share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities.
Contact Us
Officers
Katie Schaller – President
Todd Carteaux – Vice President
Jill Hoffelder – Secretary
Bill Freeman – Treasurer
Members
Kevin Kelly
Dawn Kelly
Abby Cole
Christine McKnight
Lisa Krock