2018 Department Convention July 12 - 15, 2018

The American Legion Department of Indiana's reservation block for Dept. Convention has been filled.  Please contact the Hotel directly for your reservation.  Contact info below.

Marriott:        317-322-3716
Delta:            317-359-1021
Fairfield:        317-322-0101​

100th Annual Department Convention Agenda

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Former Indiana Gov.. now U.S. Vice President Mike Pence presents Department of Indiana 2015-2016 Cmdr. Larry Lowry with the Sagamore of the Wasbash award during the 98th Annual State Convention. Did you know the Sagamore of the Wabash award was created during Indiana Governor Ralph Gates' 1945-1949 term of office, a prominent Legionnaire and past department commander?

100th Department Convention Announcements, VIPs & Displays

See below for announcements, VIPs, displays and  what to expect at the 2018 Annual Department Convention to be held at the Marriott East hotel in Indianapolis from July 12 - July 15, 2018.

This convention will host three general sessions where our Legionnaires will honor our Hoosier Heroes with our annual "of the Year" awards, a prominent display by the USS Indiana, and several address from Indiana leaders including  and Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett. and video messages from Gov. Eric Holcomb and Sen. Joe Donnelly.

Finally, our new 2017-2018 Indiana Legion officers will be elected and installed. Learn more below!​

VIPs and Hoosier Leaders to address the 2018 Department Convention

VIPs and leaders to address the 99th Department Convention during general session include Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, Indiana Senators Karen Tallian and Michael Crider, and more. 

Left: ​Gov. Eric Holcomb, a U.S. Navy Veteran, addresses The American Legion, Department of Indiana's 2017 Annual Convention through a video message.

The need is constant. 
The gratification is instant. 
​Give Blood!

Donate blood at Department Convention and support the new partnership between the Indiana Legion and the Red Cross! Stay tuned for more information on how to donate blood at the 2018 Department Convention. .

Awards & Scholarships Presentations

Department Convention is the venue for a variety of prestigious Indiana Legion awards and scholarships presentations including Military Person of the Year, Membership awards and Hoosier Boys State top graduates. 

Join us in honoring our Hoosier heroes, Legionnaires and the children that benefit from our Indiana Legion youth programs. 
​2018 Department Convention
Department Office Hours:

Thursday, July 12:      Open 7 a.m. - Noon
                                       Closed Noon - 1 p.m. (lunch)
                                       Open 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Friday, July 13:             Open 7 a.m. - Noon
                                       Closed Noon - 1 p.m. (lunch)
                                       Open 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

​Saturday, July 14:       Open 7 a.m. - Noon
                                       Closed Noon - 1 p.m. (lunch)
                                       Open 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Sunday, July 15:          Closed
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National Cmdr. Denise Rohan speaks at the Department of Indiana's 2017 Fall Conference.

2018 Department Convention Delegate Registration Form

​CONVENTION REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
  1. ALL delegates, Alternates and Guests (including spouses) MUST register for the convention. Registration fee is $15.00 per person. The form may be duplicated as needed.
  2. All Past Department Commanders are automatic delegates to the convention, but MUST pay the delegate fee.
  3. Convention credentials may be picked up at the on-site Department Convention Registration room at the Marriott East Hotel, beginning at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 12, 2018.
  4. Convention credentials are required for entrance to ALL convention sessions, activities, and events (even “free” events).
  5. Receipts for registration fees will NOT be issued.
Advanced Registrations MUST be received by Friday, July 6, 2018. After that date, registration will ONLY be available at the on-site Department Convention registration room.

Registration inquiries should be directed to the Department Headquarters at 317-630-1300.
Please click the button below to complete the form below and submit not later than Friday, June 22, 2018 to Tina Wiseley by email at twiseley@indianalegion.org,  fax to 317-237-9891 or mail to: 
​ATTN: Tina Wisely
5440 Herbert Lord Rd,
Indianapolis, IN 46216
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Complete and submit fill-form below

2018 Department Convention Exhibitors Registration Form

​Price per vendor table is $50.00 (applicable to ALL exhibitors who are selling products), and is due at the time of registration in order to hold your table and confirm your spot (no fee for non-profits). Tables will be set up in the Atrium area of the Marriott Center Hotel, located at 7202 E. 21st Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46219. Set-up is at 7:00 a.m. and tear-down is 5:00 p.m. ​Contact hotel directly at (317) 322-3716.
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Please complete the form below and submit not later than Friday, June 22, 2018 to Tina Wiseley by email at twiseley@indianalegion.org,  fax to 317-237-9891 or mail to: 
​ATTN: Tina Wisely
5440 Herbert Lord Rd,
Indianapolis, IN 46216
-OR-
Complete and submit fill-form below
​Department Conferences & Convention Schedule
Tentative Agendas are made available two weeks out from Conference and Convention dates
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2018 100th Department of Indiana Convention –  Thursday, July 12 –  Sunday, July 15
​2018 100th National Convention in Minneapolis, Minnesota ​– Friday August 24 – Thursday August 30

Marriott East Hotel


7202 E 21st St,
​Indianapolis, IN 46219
(317) 322-3716
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The 100th Department of Indiana Convention will be held Wednesday, July 12 through Sunday, July 16 at the Marriott East Hotel in Indianapolis. Convention will be host to three General Sessions in which Legion business will be conducted.