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The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites give people thousands of ways to explore Indiana.  At all 12 locations, visitors will find stories about the people, places and things that shape Indiana.  The ISMHS welcomes everyone, whether they're a Hoosier by birth or a Hoosier at Heart.

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Megan Simpson, Director of Public Relations 
317.234.8146

Paige Southerland, Community Marketing Coordinator
317.234.5078

Category: Press Releases

9/15/17

Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites  to host groundbreaking ceremony for Singing Winds Visitor Center

Press Conference Media Advisory Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078,  psoutherland@indianamuseum.org WHAT : The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites will unveil renderings for the Singing Winds Visitor Center on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 10 a.m. Following remarks and the groundbreaking ceremony, light breakfast fare and guided tours of the site will be offered. Thanks to the visionary leadership and generosity of Barbara and Bob Stevens, the visitor center will help... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 9/15/17
Event News Press Releases T.C. Steele

9/8/17

Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site to host ‘Gene’s Autumn Tea’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org ROME CITY, Ind. – The public is invited to Gene’s Autumn Tea , Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site’s annual high tea on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. The tea will benefit the Gene Stratton-Porter Society and the restoration of the gardens and the grounds. Guests will enjoy tea delicacies such as zucchini cheddar bread, cucumber sandwiches, chicken salad... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 9/8/17
Event Gene Stratton-Porter News Press Releases

9/8/17

Corydon Capitol to host inaugural ‘Historic Tavern Crawl’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org   CORYDON, Ind. – The public is invited to attend the inaugural Historic Tavern Crawl hosted by Corydon Capitol State Historic Site on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. The walking tour will explore the history of many former taverns in Indiana's first capital. Enjoy period-authentic tavern drinks at several stops including Green Tree Tavern, David Craig Tavern, Conrad Tavern... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 9/8/17
Corydon Capitol Event News Press Releases

9/7/17

Lanier Mansion to host ghost walks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org MADISON, Ind. – Madison, Ind. has one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the country and there are a number of ghost stories attached to many of its historic structures. On Sept. 16, 23 and 30, and Oct. 21, 27, 28 and 29, the Lanier Mansion State Historic Site will conduct ghost walks beginning at 7 p.m. that will leave from the Lanier/Madison Visitor... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 9/7/17
Event Lanier Mansion News Press Releases

9/1/17

Indiana State Museum to honor Veterans with Heroes from the Heartland display

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146, msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum is seeking photo submissions of current and former service members for the annual Heroes from the Heartland display. The project recognizes Indiana’s faces of valor by showcasing the images in a large photo display and Facebook gallery.  The submission period for photos begins Sept. 4 and runs until Oct. 14. Heroes from the Heartland ... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 9/1/17
Exhibitions News Press Releases Family

9/1/17

UPDATE: Indiana Hunter Education course canceled

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org ROME CITY, Ind. – Due to many Indiana Conservation Officers aiding those affected by Hurricane Harvey, the Indiana Hunter’s Education course slated for Saturday, Sept. 2 and Saturday, Sept. 9 at Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site has been canceled. The annual Wild Game Cookout is still slated for Saturday, Sept. 9 at 6 p.m.    "Many of Indiana’s... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 9/1/17
Event Gene Stratton-Porter News Press Releases

9/1/17

Limberlost to host ‘Twilight Adventure’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org   GENEVA, Ind. – The public is invited to the Loblolly Marsh Nature Preserve on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 7 to 9 p.m. to enjoy the beauty of fall wildflowers and learn about the creatures that roam Limberlost as the sun goes down. The Twilight Adventure will begin at the Loblolly Marsh Nature Preserve parking lot, located at 8323 N. 250W, which is a half mile north of Highway... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 9/1/17
Event Limberlost News Press Releases

9/1/17

Join the State Museum for School’s Out! Labor Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146, msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — Looking for something to do while the kids are out of school this Labor Day? Join the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites for School’s Out! Labor Day and enjoy a day of art activities, performances and special tours focused on Indiana industry.  “On Labor Day, the Indiana State Museum will be filled with fun hands-on activities like making a Labor Day... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 9/1/17
Event News Press Releases Education Learning Family Indiana State Museum

9/1/17

Vincennes to host traveling World War I exhibition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org   VINCENNES, Ind. – The public is invited to Art for the Nation , on view Sept. 2 through 30, 2017, at the Old State Bank, located at 112 N. Second St. in Vincennes, Ind. The exhibition will be open 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. “World War I is quickly becoming a forgotten conflict in world history,” said David Weaver, Vincennes... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 9/1/17
Exhibitions News Press Releases Vincennes

8/24/17

Historic Site to host annual ‘Great Outdoor Art Contest’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org NASHVILLE, Ind. — The public is invited to the 29 th annual Great Outdoor Art Contest (GOAC) on Saturday, Sept. 9 at T.C. Steele State Historic Site. The GOAC honors the birthday of T.C. Steele, born Sept. 11, 1847. The “en plein air” (in open air) art competition is open to emerging and well-known artists of all ages. The GOAC is the cornerstone event in... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 8/24/17
Event News Press Releases T.C. Steele

8/16/17

Limberlost to host ‘Bluegrass Jamboree’ series

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Curt Burnette, 260.368.7428, cburnette@indianamuseum.org GENEVA, Ind. – The public is invited to the second summer Bluegrass Jamboree on Sunday, Aug. 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Limberlost State Historic Site, located 200 E. 6 th St. in Geneva, Ind. The final event of the summer series will take place on Sept. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. “The Bluegrass Jamborees are one of the most anticipated and well-attended summer events at the site,”... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 8/16/17
Event Limberlost News Press Releases

8/9/17

Angel Mounds to host ‘Solar Eclipse Viewing Party’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Elizabeth Bostelman, 812.853.3956, ebostelman@indianamuseum.org   EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The public is invited to attend a Solar Eclipse Viewing Party on Monday, Aug. 21 from noon to 2 p.m. at Angel Mounds State Historic Site. According to the NASA Total Solar Eclipse Interactive Map, Angel Mounds State Historic Site will be at 98.99 percent obscuration, which is the fraction of the sun’s area covered by the moon. The site will remain... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 8/9/17
Event News Press Releases Education Angel Mounds Family Indiana State Museum

8/4/17

Open House to celebrate famous Hoosier’s birthday

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Tiffany Conrad, 260.854.3790, tconrad@indianamuseum.org ROME CITY, Ind. – The public is invited to the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site on Thursday, Aug. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. for Gene Stratton-Porter’s Birthday Open House . The event celebrates the life of Gene Stratton-Porter, Indiana’s most widely read female author. “This open house is a celebration sharing Gene’s birthday and her accomplishments with the... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 8/4/17
Event News Press Releases Gene Stratton-Porter

8/2/17

Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site to present ‘Stargazing & Night Hike’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Tiffany Conrad, 260.854.3790, tconrad@indianamuseum.org ROME CITY, Ind. – Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site invites the public to experience Sower’s Woods during a special Stargazing & Night Hike on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. “Many people visit the site and Sower’s Woods during the day, but not a lot of people get to experience the woods during the night,” says Tiffany Conrad, the site’s... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 8/2/17
Event Gene Stratton-Porter News Press Releases

7/27/17

Lanier Mansion Historic Site to host a free concert on the Lanier lawn

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Gerry Reilly, 812.265.3526, greilly@indianamuseum.org MADISON, Ind. – The Lick Creek Band of Paoli, Ind., will perform as part of Lanier Mansion’s Music at the Mansion concert series on Saturday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. Blending guitar and bass, the Lick Creek Band affectionately renders rock, pop, jazz and original music into their back porch tuneful stylings. “Our performances are like a big party,” said band member Alice... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 7/27/17
News Event Press Releases Lanier Mansion

7/26/17

Limberlost to present ‘Swift Night Out’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Curt Burnette, 260.368.7428, cburnette@indianamuseum.org GENEVA, Ind. – The public is invited to the Limberlost State Historic Site Visitor Center on Saturday, Aug. 5 at 7:30 p.m. for Swift Night Out , a free, family-friendly event, all about the chimney swift bird. These small birds are known for their aerial acrobatics and distinctive “chippering” sound. “Chimney swifts are fascinating birds that are important for the... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 7/26/17
Event Limberlost News Press Releases

7/19/17

New Albany’s Culbertson Mansion raises nearly $1 million

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Jessica Stavros, 812.944.9600, jstavros@indianamuseum.org NEW ALBANY, Ind. – The Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site is set to tackle its largest capital improvement to date with a full restoration of the home’s cast iron including the mansion’s fence, limestone retaining walls, walkways, exterior porches and several other features. Since its construction 150 years ago, the cast iron throughout the property has endured... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 7/19/17
Culbertson Mansion Education INVision News Press Releases

7/19/17

Bid accepted for ‘Whitewater Canal Aqueduct’ repairs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Jay Dishman, 812.273.4531, jdishman@indianamuseum.org METAMORA, Ind. – Due to structural circumstances at the historic  Duck Creek Aqueduct ,  also known as the  Metamora Aqueduct  and  Whitewater Canal Aqueduct , rides on the  Ben Franklin III Canal Boat  at Whitewater Canal State Historic Site have been suspended until 2018.  “Although the emergency repairs to the aqueduct have been completed,... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 7/19/17
News Press Releases Whitewater Canal

7/13/17

Limberlost to host ‘Bluegrass Jamboree’ series

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Curt Burnette, 260.368.7428, cburnette@indianamuseum.org GENEVA, Ind. – The public is invited to join Limberlost State Historic Site as they kick off their summer music series Bluegrass Jamboree on Sunday, July 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Limberlost State Historic Site, located 200 E. 6 th St. in Geneva, Ind. The series will continue on August 20 and September 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. “The Bluegrass Jamborees are one of the most anticipated and... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 7/13/17
Event Limberlost News Press Releases

7/5/17

Media Tip Sheet – Q3 2017

Media Tip Sheet – Q3 2017 Upcoming major events and exhibitions at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites through 2017 SECTION A: Indiana State Museum Welcome to 2017 – “The Year of Science” Exhibitions presented by Lilly   EXHIBITION – Ice Age Graveyards   February 25 to September 4, 2017 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. [Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat.] 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. [Sun.] Admission: Included with museum admission ... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 7/5/17
Event News Press Releases Education Exhibitions Angel Mounds Learning Family Camps Corydon Capitol Culbertson Mansion Gene Stratton-Porter Lanier Mansion Limberlost T.C. Steele Vincennes Whitewater Canal Indiana State Museum Canal Historic New Harmony Celebration Crossing Levi and Catharine Coffin

7/3/17

Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites continue Blue Star Museum discount program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146,  msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites continue to honor America’s service men and women by participating in the Blue Star Museum program. The program provides free admission to any active service military, including National Guard and Reserve, and up to five family members. The discount is valid between Memorial Day and Labor Day 2017 and is accepted at the... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 7/3/17
Angel Mounds Corydon Capitol Culbertson Mansion Family Gene Stratton-Porter Historic New Harmony Indiana State Museum Lanier Mansion Levi and Catharine Coffin Limberlost News Press Releases T.C. Steele Vincennes Whitewater Canal

6/29/17

Stone Country: Then and Now opens June 24

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146,  msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Empire State Building. Yankee Stadium. The Pentagon. Not buildings you’d typically associate with Indiana. But all three, and thousands more, come from the bedrock of the Hoosier state – limestone. The Indiana State Museum is proud to feature Stone Country: Then & Now. The exhibition will feature 30 original photographs by award-winning photographer... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 6/29/17
Exhibitions Family News Indiana State Museum Press Releases

6/22/17

State Historic Site to host ‘The Capitol Ball’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Bec Riley, 812.738.4890, briley@indianamuseum.org CORYDON, Ind. – The public is invited to The Capitol Ball , Corydon Capitol State Historic Site’s period-themed ball on Friday, July 7 from 7 to 10 p.m.   The Capitol Ball , held on the historic Corydon square, will feature popular dances from the time Corydon was the capital of Indiana, 1816 to 1825. “We are very excited to offer this elegant ball in the heart of historic... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 6/22/17
Corydon Capitol Event News Press Releases

6/7/17

Corydon Capitol to host traveling Lincoln exhibition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Laura Spalding, 812.738.4890, lspalding@indianamuseum.org CORYDON, Ind. – The public is invited to Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War , on view June 24 through July 8, 2017, at the First State Office Building, located at 417 N. Mulberry St. in Corydon, Ind. The exhibition will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. “We are excited to share the details of Lincoln’s life with the people of southern... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 6/7/17
Corydon Capitol News Press Releases Exhibitions

6/1/17

Coffin State Historic Site to host first public program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org  FOUNTAIN CITY — The Levi and Catharine Coffin State Historic Site will kick off the summer by hosting Indianapolis-based artist and book illustrator Michele Wood on Saturday, June 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wood will give a lecture that incorporates the history of the Levi Coffin House, stories of the Underground Railroad and songs from her book Like a Bird: The Art of the... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 6/1/17
Event Levi and Catharine Coffin News Press Releases

5/26/17

State Museum to close for private event June 12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146, msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum will be closed to visitors on Monday, June 12 for a private event. The closure includes all public spaces, galleries and exhibits, the Farmers Market Café, L.S. Ayres Tea Room™ and the Indiana Store. The one summer camp underway that day will be held as planned in the Education Center. The IMAX Theater will run on its normal operating... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 5/26/17
Event Indiana State Museum News Press Releases

5/25/17

Lanier State Historic Site to host a free concert on the Lanier law

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Gerry Reilly, 812.265.3526, greilly@indianamuseum.org MADISON, Ind. – The Music at the Mansion concert series will kick off with a performance by the Sycamore Community Band of Cincinnati on Saturday, June 10, at 7 p.m.  The band, led by Pete Metzger, is comprised of 55 members from all walks of life including teachers, doctors, dentists, lawyers and engineers. The theme of this year’s free concert is “Big Band... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 5/25/17
Event Lanier Mansion News Press Releases

5/23/17

‘Festival of Flowers PaintOut’ winners announced

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Cate Whetzel, 812.988.2785, cwhetzel@indianamuseum.org NASHVILLE, Ind. — Winners from this past weekend’s final Festival of Flowers PaintOut at T.C. Steele Historic Site have been announced. The “en plein air” (in open air) art competition has come to a close after 18 years. See list below. Teens Ages 13 through 18 First Place: Alexandria Robinson, Orleans Second Place: Hope Cockerham, Seymour Children Ages 12... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 5/23/17
News Press Releases T.C. Steele Event

5/16/17

Only two weeks left to experience Nature Unleashed at the State Museum

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146,  msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — Don’t miss your chance to see Nature Unleashed: Inside Natural Disasters at the Indiana State Museum. The traveling exhibition, on loan from the Field Museum in Chicago, goes inside the forces that drive earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes and volcanoes to help explain what causes these natural phenomena to happen. It also looks at the human impact, and the... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 5/16/17
Canal Education Event Exhibitions Family Learning News Press Releases

5/11/17

Enjoy a mid-week boost of family fun at Canal Nights

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146, msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum invites you to enjoy a family-friendly night out downtown this summer with Canal Nights. The free event series features themed activities from 6 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday in June and July on the canal side of the museum. From games to science and art, each Wednesday offers a different hands-on experience for everyone in the family. Bring out your... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 5/11/17
Canal Event Family Indiana State Museum Learning News Press Releases

5/4/17

Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites: 12 great day trip ideas

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078,  psoutherland@indianamuseum.org  INDIANAPOLIS — As Hoosiers plan their summer break away from the hustle, bustle and day-to-day responsibilities of their normal lives, the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is offering 12 fun day trip ideas for multigenerational adventures. The 12-site, statewide museum system features inspiring historic places in locations throughout the state. “Our... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 5/4/17
Angel Mounds Corydon Capitol Culbertson Mansion Gene Stratton-Porter Historic New Harmony Lanier Mansion Levi and Catharine Coffin Limberlost T.C. Steele Vincennes Whitewater Canal Indiana State Museum News Press Releases

4/20/17

Historic Site to host final ‘Festival of Flowers PaintOut’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Cate Whetzel, 812.988.2785, cwhetzel@indianamuseum.org NASHVILLE, Ind. — The public is invited to the final Festival of Flowers PaintOut at the T.C. Steele State Historic Site in Brown County on Saturday, May 20, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The “en plein air” (in open air) art competition is coming to a close after 18 years.  “We’re sorry to see it end,” said Cate Whetzel, T.C. Steele State Historic Site program... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 4/20/17
Event News Press Releases T.C. Steele

4/13/17

Corydon Capitol to host Homeschool Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Bec Riley, 812.738.4890, briley@indianamuseum.org CORYDON, Ind. – Corydon Capitol State Historic Site is now accepting reservations for its sixth annual Homeschool Day on Wednesday, April 26. Participants can choose to attend a morning session from 9 a.m. to noon or an afternoon session from 1 to 4 p.m. The day features hands-on activities and presentations such as flint knapping, visiting with an Irish canal worker, learning early 19 th ... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 4/13/17
Corydon Event News Press Releases

4/13/17

State Museum celebrates 50 years of the Pacers

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146,  msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum proudly joins with the Indiana Pacers to celebrate a major milestone in Hoosier basketball history in the new exhibition, Indiana Pacers 50 th Anniversary, 1967-2017 . The exhibition, now open in Legacy Theater, runs until June 18, 2017. With the construction of Market Square Arena, city leaders took a gamble on the franchise, hoping... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 4/13/17
News Press Releases Exhibitions Family Indiana State Museum

4/12/17

Get up close and personal with nighttime wildlife  

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Curt Burnette, 260.368.7428, cburnette@indianamuseum.org GENEVA, Ind. – The public is invited to Creatures of the Night on Friday, April 21 at 8:30 p.m. at the Loblolly Marsh Nature Preserve. Attendees will learn about creatures that roam the Limberlost when the sun goes down. “Nighttime is the right time for many types of animals,” said Nicky Ball, Limberlost State Historic Site manager. “Come to the Loblolly Marsh to see... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 4/12/17
Event Limberlost News Press Releases

4/11/17

State Museum to honor John and Sarah Lechleiter at Tribute

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146,  msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum will bestow its most prestigious Heritage Keeper Award to John and Sarah Lechleiter at the annual Tribute dinner on April 25, 2017 at the Indiana State Museum. “I had the privilege of getting to know John and Sarah during my time at Lilly, and was able to see firsthand their commitment to the community,” said Indiana State... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 4/11/17
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4/7/17

Pinewood Derby® 2017 Championship Race Results

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Posted by Paige Southerland at 4/7/17
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3/28/17

Lanier Mansion to host annual ‘Eggstravaganza!’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Anne Fairchild, 812.273.4531, afairchild@indianamuseum.org MADISON, Ind. – The annual Eggstravaganza! at the Lanier Mansion State Historic Site will take place at the Lanier-Madison Visitor Center and the surrounding grounds of the site on Saturday, April 8, from noon to 1:30 p.m. “We always look forward to this time of year,” said Gerry Reilly, Lanier Mansion State Historic Site manager. “It’s great to see families... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 3/28/17
Event News Press Releases Lanier Mansion

3/24/17

Artist named for official portrait of Indiana’s 50th governor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146, msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites announces the selection of artist Mark Dillman for the official portrait of former Indiana Governor and current Vice President Michael R. Pence. The resulting portrait will join the Indiana Governors’ Portrait Collection, which dates back to 1869 when the first concerted effort was made to gather images of all of the... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 3/24/17
News Press Releases Indiana State Museum

3/21/17

T.C. Steele State Historic Site to open portrait display

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2017 Contact : Cate Whetzel, 812.988.2785, cwhetzel@indianamuseum.org NASHVILLE, Ind. — The T.C. Steele State Historic Site will kick off its 2017 program series Sunday at Home on Sunday, March 26, from 2 to 4 p.m. with Women of Steele , a portrait display. The afternoon will also include a light reception. Women of Steele will be on view through June 11. The Sunday at Home series will occur on select Sundays throughout 2017. The... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 3/21/17
Event News Press Releases T.C. Steele

3/17/17

Indiana State Museum to celebrate 10 years of speed

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — Join the Indiana State Museum for Pinewood Derby® as we celebrate 10 years of speed. The annual program will take place Tuesday, March 28, through Sunday, April 2, in collaboration with Crossroads of America Council, Boy Scouts of America.   Fun runs take place Tuesday, March 28, through Friday, March 31, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 2, from... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 3/17/17
Event News Press Releases Education Indiana State Museum

3/16/17

Limberlost to host owl program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Curt Burnette, 260.368.7428, cburnette@indianamuseum.org GENEVA, Ind. – The public is invited to an owl program on Sunday, March 26, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Limberlost State Historic Site Visitor Center. The program, in collaboration with Upper Wabash Interpretive Services, will include a presentation on the “night shift” of raptors – owls. “Being nocturnal, owls are not seen very often,” said Nicky Ball,... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 3/16/17
Event News Press Releases Limberlost

3/16/17

Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites President and CEO Tom King to Retire; Successor Named

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Aja May, senior vice president of external relations 317.741.7437 or amay@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites announced today that Tom King will retire as president and CEO effective April 30, 2017. The ISMHS’ board of directors has unanimously elected Cathy Ferree to assume the role of president and CEO of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites as of May 1, 2017. “When Governor... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 3/16/17
News Press Releases Indiana State Museum

3/8/17

Angel Mounds to host Spring Farm Fest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Elizabeth Bostelman, 812.853.3956, ebostelman@indianamuseum.org   Angel Mounds to host Spring Farm Fest Sixth annual program to feature cultural lifeways of Native Americans EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The public is invited to attend Spring Farm Fest Saturday, March 18 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 19 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Angel Mounds State Historic Site. Spring Farm Fest honors the farming heritage of Indiana,... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 3/8/17
Event News Press Releases Education Angel Mounds Family

2/22/17

Nature Unleashed: Inside Natural Disasters explores the cause and effect of natural disasters on our planet

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146, msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS —Come witness the raw power of nature in Nature Unleashed: Inside Natural Disasters. Explore the science behind earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes and volcanoes. See what causes the ground to shake, the wind to spin and rock to melt, and hear firsthand accounts about what it was like to live through a natural disaster like Hurricane Katrina. Nature Unleashed: Inside... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 2/22/17
News Press Releases Exhibitions Family Indiana State Museum

2/16/17

Remarkable Women of Indiana: Women in Science

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146, msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — Join the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites for Remarkable Women of Indiana as we celebrate women in science. Learn more about the women who helped shape Indiana and hear from those who continue to move the Hoosier state forward. The third annual event, which coincides with National Women’s History Month, takes place Saturday, March 4 from 11 a.m. to 4... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 2/16/17
Event News Press Releases Angel Mounds Family Culbertson Mansion Limberlost T.C. Steele Whitewater Canal Indiana State Museum Historic New Harmony

2/13/17

Angel Mounds to host traveling Lincoln exhibition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Elizabeth Bostelman, 812.853.3956, ebostelman@indianamuseum.org EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The public is invited to Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War , on view now through April 16, 2017, at Angel Mounds State Historic Site, located at 8215 Pollack Ave. in Evansville, Ind. The exhibition will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. “We are excited to share this exhibition with the people of... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 2/13/17
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2/10/17

Ice Age Graveyards reveals Indiana’s cool past

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Megan Simpson, 317.234.8146, msimpson@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Museum digs into the Hoosier state’s icy history in Ice Age Graveyards. The exhibition features several Ice Age mammals unearthed across Indiana and uncovers what it takes to bring their remains to the surface. Ice Age Graveyards takes an in-depth look at the mammals that roamed what is now the state of Indiana during the last ice age. It also... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 2/10/17
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2/2/17

Calling all rock hounds, fossil hunters, jewelers, scouts and families

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Paige Southerland, 317.234.5078, psoutherland@indianamuseum.org INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana State Museum will host its 15 th annual fossil, gem and mineral show GeoFest on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will take place in the museum, located at 650 W. Washington Street in downtown Indianapolis. GeoFest, presented by Indiana-based Irving Materials, Inc. (IMI)... Read More
Posted by Megan Simpson at 2/2/17
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2/1/17

From Munich to Brown County: The Life and Artwork of T.C. Steele at the Richard E. Peeler Art Center 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact : Craig Hadley, Director/Curator Richard E. Peeler Art Center DePauw University 765-658-6556 E-mail: craighadley@depauw.edu  depauw.edu/arts/peeler/ Greencastle, IN – Indiana artist Theodore Clement Steele (1847-1926) is perhaps the most widely celebrated Hoosier Impressionist painter of the early 20th century. In honor of Indiana’s bicentennial celebration, From Munich to Brown County: The Life and Artwork of T.C. Steele ... Read More
Posted by Paige Southerland at 2/1/17
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