Cole Porter

Born in 1891 to Samuel and Kate (Cole) Porter, Cole Porter was born in Peru, Indiana, and spent the first ten years of his life at 17-19 South Huntington Street.  Here, Cole Began his career as an unparalleled composer and lyricist, composing several of his early songs, including Night & Day" and "So In Love".

In the following years, Cole's birthplace was converted into a privately-owned apartment complex and fell into a state of disrepair.  In 2003, a clandestine meth-amphetamine lab was discovered - and destroyed - in one of the upper apartments, and the property was turned over to the City of Peru.

In 2004, the home was purchased by Ole Olsen Memorial Theatre, Inc. and it is being restored to it's 1891 condition! Part of that restoration (which is nearly complete!) includes turning part of the home into a historical Inn. The Cole Porter Inn currently features a gift shop and reception area, Kate's Parlor, and three elegant suites... The Cole Porter Suite, The Anything Goes Suite, and The Night & Day Suite.

 

Cole Porter - born in Peru, Indiana, June 9, 1891.