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Be swept away by the beauty of the sandy beaches a

Be swept away by the beauty of the sandy beaches and towering sand dunes of Lake Michigan.

Frank Dudley found his life’s purpose in capturing the beauty of the northern landscape. In our exhibit "Inspired By the Dunes," see 28 of his original works and discover why it's so important we preserve this rare ecosystem that still draws visitors from all over the world.

You can learn more about the Dudley exhibit with the link in our bio!

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Our newest exhibit, "Influencing Lincoln," is offi

Our newest exhibit, "Influencing Lincoln," is officially OPEN.

Visit to learn how the 19th-century Black community fought for full citizenship and helped shift President Lincoln's attitudes & actions regarding freedom. See priceless artifacts, read historic documents, and experience another side to the story that led to the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments.

Learn more at the link in our bio!

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Staying in town for spring break? Come visit us!

Staying in town for spring break? Come visit us!

The museum will be open on Monday and Tuesday, March 20-21 and 27-28, for a few extra days of fun! Come explore our permanent galleries as well as Gallery One, Vintage Vision, Inspired by the Dunes and more. It's all included with admission.

Plan your visit at www.indianamuseum.org.

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Our view is extra festive today. 💚🍀 Happy S

Our view is extra festive today. 💚🍀

Happy St. Patrick's Day, Indy!

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Today for #WomensHistoryMonth, we're honoring one

Today for #WomensHistoryMonth, we're honoring one of our favorite Hoosier women: Gene Stratton-Porter.

Gene was an author, nature photographer, and naturalist. She was also a silent film producer who founded her own production company, Gene Stratton Porter Productions, in 1924. She wrote several bestselling novels that have been translated into more than 20 languages. Two of our historic sites include her homes - one in Rome City, and one in Geneva. Visitors today can tour her homes and explore the Limberlost swamp that she so loved.

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On March 29, the second biggest racing spectacle i

On March 29, the second biggest racing spectacle in racing is coming back to the museum!

The Pinewood Derby will allow you to race your car over 125 feet of track. Launch your car from the second story start line and watch your car make its way to the finish line.

You are welcome to bring your car and test out it’s speed, or you can borrow one of ours.

Learn more with the link in our bio!

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