We are the keepers not only of facts and objects, but also of stories. And it’s part of our mission to share these powerful stories with you — everything from history and artifacts to celebrating the work of our incredible volunteers and staff.
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Posted June 5, 2019
Insights from a fine arts curator
The Indiana State Museum is having an art show featuring abstract art.
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Posted June 4, 2019
Experience T.C. Steele State Historic Site
Take a trip to the Brown County home of T.C. Steele and rediscover the property.
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Posted May 28, 2019
Guest blog: Behind the museum’s biology collection
If you’ve visited the Indiana State Museum, you might’ve noticed animals in several of our experiences and thought to yourself: Are those real?
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Posted May 28, 2019
Guest blog: Behind the museum’s biology collection
If you’ve visited the Indiana State Museum, you might’ve noticed animals in several of our experiences and thought to yourself: Are those real?
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Posted May 22, 2019
The Indianapolis 500 through the years
Indianapolis is known as the racing capital of the world – so we’re honoring the city’s storied racing history.
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Posted May 8, 2019
New experience featuring artist to open in June
Explore your creative side – and see some incredible artwork by a Hoosier artist.
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Posted May 6, 2019
Wedding season, shown through our collection
The Indiana State Museum has an amazing collection of wedding-related artifacts.
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Posted May 2, 2019
Mastodon bones accepted into collection
As of this week, mastodon bones will be joining the Indiana State Museum’s permanent collection.
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Posted April 10, 2019
Easter fun for everyone
Hop on over to the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites to enjoy other Easter-themed activities.
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Posted April 1, 2019
Pinewood Derby® racing action returns
Get ready, get set and GO see if your car will cross the finish line first!
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Posted April 1, 2019
Meet the powerhouse women of Southern Indiana
Learn more about Blanche Culbertson and her participation in the women's suffrage movement in this article.
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Posted April 1, 2019
Inspiring Loyalty
Learn about the life and work of Hoosier artist T.C. Steele
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