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May 22 - Aug. 9, 2026
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Summer Break Fun in Indianapolis and Across the State

Summer break is the perfect time to explore, play and learn! Our family-friendly museum in downtown Indianapolis is packed with hands-on exhibits and exciting events for all ages and interests. Our historic sites, located across the state, offer a variety of programs and tours and make for the perfect day trip! So whether you’re planning a summer staycation, looking for activities for kids, or searching for educational attractions in Indiana, let Summer Break Central be your guide to adventure and memory-making moments for all ages.

MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT

Take advantage of a special membership offer May 22-Aug. 9!

  • Use code SUMMERFUN at checkout to save $10 on a new membership.
  • Members save 10% on store purchases (full-price merchandise only).
  • Take your membership with you for free entry to 600+ museums and science centers around the country from Florida to California.

Plus, don’t miss these exhibits at the museum:

Plan your visit today by scrolling down to see all there is to do across the state!

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PLAN YOUR VISIT by REGION

CENTRAL REGION

Indianapolis • Nashville • Fountain City • Metamora

Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis

Find things to do in downtown Indianapolis this summer break.

  • Wildlings Playgroup at I Am Wild
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jul 31

    Wildlings Playgroup at I Am Wild

    Discover this playful exhibit with your little ones before the museum opens.

    • Ages 6 and younger
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Indianapolis Symphonic Band FREE Summer Concert
    Aug 1

    Indianapolis Symphonic Band FREE Summer Concert

    • All Ages
    • 3 – 4:30 pm
  • Stuffie Pet Clinic
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 8

    Stuffie Pet Clinic

    Adopt a stuffie and learn how to care for it at the paw-some workshop!

    • Ages 5-12
    • 10 am – 3 pm
  • Member Appreciation Weekend
    Nov 27 – 29

    Member Appreciation Weekend

    A special gift for our members. 

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 5 pm
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Whitewater Canal State Historic Site, Metamora

Find things to do in Metamora this summer break.

  • Homeschool Wednesday: Animals of the Canal
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 5

    Homeschool Wednesday: Animals of the Canal

    Explore the wildlife that lives along the canal and how they use it as their habitat.

    • Ages 7-11
    • 10 am – 12 pm
  • Homeschool Wednesday: Animals of the Canal
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 5

    Homeschool Wednesday: Animals of the Canal

    Explore the wildlife that lives along the canal and how they use it as their habitat.

    • Ages 7-11
    • 1 – 3 pm
  • Guided Canal Tour
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 8

    Guided Canal Tour

    Enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic Whitewater Canal in Metamora.

    • All Ages
    • 2 – 2:30 pm
  • Guided Canal Tour
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 8

    Guided Canal Tour

    Enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic Whitewater Canal in Metamora.

    • All Ages
    • 6 – 6:30 pm

NORTH REGION

Geneva • Rome City

Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site, Rome City

Find things to do in Rome City this summer break.

  • Wearing Nature Series: Natural Dyes
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jul 29

    Wearing Nature Series: Natural Dyes

    Nature’s vibrant dyes can make fabulous accessories for your summer wardrobe! 

    • Ages 13+
    • 5:30 – 7:30 pm

SOUTHEAST REGION

New Albany • Madison • Corydon

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site, Madison

Find things to do in Madison this summer break.

  • Music at the Mansion
    Aug 8

    Music at the Mansion

    Enjoy an evening of musical entertainment on the Lanier Mansion lawn with Muzic Company and Gideon Guitar Watson.

    • All Ages
    • 6 – 8 pm

Corydon Capitol State Historic Site, Corydon

Find things to do in Corydon this summer break.

  • Cultural Pass
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jun 1 – Aug 31

    Cultural Pass

    Visitors ages 21 and younger and their caregivers can enjoy a free guided tour of Corydon Capitol.

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 4 pm

SOUTHWEST REGION

Evansville • New Harmony • Vincennes

Vincennes State Historic Sites, Vincennes

Find things to do in Vincennes this summer break.

  • Printing and Technology: Early Republic Style
    Registration Required
    Aug 1

    Printing and Technology: Early Republic Style

    What’s the link between the telegraph, steam trains, the camera and the printing press?

    • All Ages
    • 2 – 4 pm