Homeschool Programs
The Indiana State Museum offers classes, events and group visits for homeschool families that integrate art, history and STEM through hands-on exploration, gallery tours, outdoor investigation and more. Learn about our opportunities below or in our downloadable PreK-12 Education Program Guide.
Homeschool Tuesdays
Dive into a world of investigation and discovery during these 2-hour classes designed to stimulate a child’s interest in science, art, history and culture. Students ages 6 – 13 will enjoy these programs. Let your child learn in the museum for a day during this two-hour class exploring different topics in science, art, history and culture. Adults join their learners for an interactive family experience.
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Monthly Schedule
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May
Art + Nature
May 4, 2021
Get ready for outdoor adventures and exploring what art and nature have in common. Examine patterns and color while creating nature sculptures and more.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and NEW! 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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September
Coding
September 7, 2021
Learn what code is, then practice your coding skills on robots, Mars rovers, your own character, or a game.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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October
Spooky Special Effects
October 5, 2021
Become a spooky special effects artist while creating a ghost, Foley sound effect and more.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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November
Take Me to the Moon
November 2, 2021
Celebrate space by engineering a stomp rocket, create a lunar lander design to protect your astronauts and more while learning about an out-of-this-world adventure.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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December
Snowflake Science
December 7, 2021
Learn all about crystal structures, molecules and fractals while we take a closer look at snowflakes and prepare for chilly winter weather.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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January
Finding Fossils
January 4, 2022
Can you dig it? Become a paleontologist for a day and see what fossils you can dig up after visiting our Ancient Seas and Frozen Reign galleries.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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February
City Structures
February 1, 2022
Decide if you’ll add a skyscraper to your city plan, build an architectural masterpiece and more as we explore architecture with a variety of hands-on activities.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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March
National Parks
March 1, 2022
Celebrate the anniversary of the National Parks Service, learn more about Indiana’s national parks and find out how you can be a conservation hero.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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April
Major Taylor
April 5, 2022
Explore the life, achievements and legacy of Major Taylor, an Indiana sports hero. Learn how this Hoosier became an international champion cyclist at the turn of the century while also becoming a civil rights trailblazer.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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May
Abstract Art Extravaganza
May 3, 2022
Create your own abstract art masterpiece after gaining inspiration from artists who turned the art world on its head.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$10/student, 25% discount for membersRegisterMuseum admission is included for students but must be purchased by accompanying adults or additional children if visiting the museum after the program. The Indiana State Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Homeschool Group Field Trips
Homeschool co-ops and homeschool educators and students may schedule a field trip and school program of your choice at the Indiana State Museum. Groups of 10 or more qualify for the K-12 free field trip rate.
Learn moreHomeschool Programs
School programs are available to groups of 15 or more PreK through 12th grade students.
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Sign up for our educator newsletter to stay informed of the latest learning opportunities, experiences, educational programs and events at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites. In our subscription center, sign up for the ‘School/Education Programs’ topic. There, you also can sign up to receive news about other upcoming programs through our Monthly Lineup newsletter.
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Browse our calendar to discover all programs, events and special activities throughout the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites.
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HOW WE'RE STAYING SAFE
For everyone’s safety, we have taken your feedback into consideration as well as CDC recommendations in how we can provide a safe learning experience for everyone. We hope this information will allow you to make the best decision for your family. We look forward to welcoming you back when it is best for your family. Below, you’ll find additional details about the adjustments we have made.
Additional Safety precautions include:
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OUR CLASSROOM
- We have taken down some walls in our education center. With more space, we have added tables placed at least 6 ft. apart with seats being 4.5-6 ft. apart.
- We allow up to 15 students per session. We ask that families limit the adults that come to one adult per family.
- We will have enough tables for families to sit together at a single table. We know that some families are interacting with each other in their personal lives so if you want to sit together, that is allowed.
- We will have materials grouped per child. When extra materials are needed, a museum staff person will gather those materials.
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CLEANING
- Both hand sanitizer and soap and water will be available for families to use as their discretion.
- Tables and chairs will be cleaned after every program.
- All materials touched will be cleaned after the program.
- We are using 80% isopropyl alcohol, Virex, and cleaning wipes to clean items after use.
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ADDITIONALLY
- Masks are required to be worn for anyone two-years-old or older inside the museum and education center.
- The museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays. We will still visit the galleries as it connects with our program content. This allows us to be the only people in the galleries, beyond museum staff.
