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Explore spooky fun this fall at the Indiana State Explore spooky fun this fall at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites. 👻 From exploring the bizarre and creepy to family-friendly festivals, we have something for everyone – and every scare level! – this Halloween. Learn more at indianamuseum.org. #indianaexplored #indianastatemuseum #halloween #halloweenhappenings #hauntedhappenings #thingstodoinindiana #spookyseason #indiana
Looking for some fall weekend road trip adventures Looking for some fall weekend road trip adventures? 🤔 Explore one – or more! – of the 12 Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites locations. From the shore of Sylvan Lake to the banks of the Ohio River, we have locations throughout the Hoosier state. Learn more at indianamuseum.org. #indianaexplored #indianastatemuseum #falladventures #fallroadtrip #indiana
#DidYouKnow Johnny Appleseed was born #OnThisDay i #DidYouKnow Johnny Appleseed was born #OnThisDay in 1774? 🤔 Johnny Appleseed – originally from Massachusetts – is credited with planting apple tree nurseries throughout Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Illinois and Indiana. He eventually settled in Fort Wayne, Indiana, after his travels brought him to the western frontier. The @tincaps are even named in his honor! This children's book in our collection highlights Johnny Appleseed's life and was written by Indiana author Mabel Leigh Hunt in 1950 – more than 100 years after his death.
We can’t wait to welcome thousands of Girl Scout We can’t wait to welcome thousands of Girl Scouts to the Indiana State Museum tomorrow for Circle the City activities! 🙌 We’re also open to the general public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., but be aware the museum and parking garage might be a little busier than usual. See you TOMORROW for lots of exploration and fun! #indianaexplored #indianastatemuseum #girlscouts #circlethecity #girlscoutsofcentralindiana #indianapolis #indiana
What in the world are wormholes?! 🤔 Find out in What in the world are wormholes?! 🤔 Find out in this #IndianaArchaeologyMonth video! #indianaexplored #indianastatemuseum #archaeology #wormholes #musket #musketball #indianahistory #indiana
Experience award-winning art during the Hoosier Sa Experience award-winning art during the Hoosier Salon 98th Annual Exhibition at the Indiana State Museum. See – and even purchase! – high-quality art by Indiana artists in a variety of forms including paintings, ceramics, sculpture, glass and more. #indianaexplored #indianastatemuseum #hoosiersalon #indianaart #indianaartists #art #juriedartexhibition #indianapolis #indiana

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