FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Indianapolis Welcomes a Whimsical New Community Experience with the Launch of Indy Trinket Trove
Indianapolis, IN – February 2026 – A new wave of small-scale magic has arrived in Fountain Square with the launch of Indy Trinket Trove, a playful “leave one, take one” trinket exchange designed to spark joy, creativity, and connection throughout Indianapolis.
Created by local artist Amber Renee Fawn Cunningham, Indy Trinket Trove invites passersby to participate in a simple but whimsical act: bring a small treasure to leave behind and take one that speaks to you. Inspired by community-driven initiatives like art or keychain trades, the Philly Trinket Trove is known as being one of the first to inspire the trinket-themed trend. With the continued success of Little Free Libraries in Indianapolis, Fawn Cunningham knew the Trinket Trove would transform an everyday sidewalk commute into an experience of surprise and wonder.
The first installation is located outside Chilly Water Brewing Company at 719 Virginia Avenue in Fountain Square, along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. Since its debut on February 18, 2026, our Trinket Trove has already begun drawing curious visitors from all over Indiana who stop to trade mini figurines, charms, handmade trinkets, and tiny nostalgic souvenirs.
“It’s a reminder that such a positive community of creativity is still alive and thriving in the chaos.” says Fawn Cunningham.
The Indy Trinket Trove is free and open to the public. Everyone is encouraged to leave clean, safe, and family-friendly trinkets for every trinket taken. After a few visits, it’s obvious the art, play and community engagement this prokect inspires. It encourages community connection and inspires us that we can still embrace whimsical experiences during the current stressful political and social climates.
For more information or collaboration inquiries, visit:
https://www.miseducated.com/indy-trinket-trove/
