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  • Bank Heist on the Ohio River

    Bank Heist on the Ohio River

    Discover the story behind the famous bank heist in Madison, Indiana

  • Unleash Curiosity at Cats & Dogs The Exhibition

    Unleash Curiosity at Cats & Dogs The Exhibition

    Visitors can step into the paws of their pets when this new experience opens May 1.

  • Mammoth or Mastodon?

    Mammoth or Mastodon?

    Our curator of paleobiology answers one of our most popular questions.

  • Competition and Creativity Combine at Pinewood Derby®

    Competition and Creativity Combine at Pinewood Derby®

    Smallest spectacle in racing returns March 25-29 at the Indiana State Museum.

  • Take an Alphabetical Adventure Through Indy A to Z

    Take an Alphabetical Adventure Through Indy A to Z

    A new immersive experience opening Feb. 27 at the Indiana State Museum really spells out the charm of the Circle City.

  • The Fascination with Fossils, Minerals and Rocks

    The Fascination with Fossils, Minerals and Rocks

    From monolithic natural formations to stone-built structures, rocks are everywhere.

  • Experience Flowers Forever at the Indiana State Museum

    Experience Flowers Forever at the Indiana State Museum

    Immersive new exhibit celebrates the beauty and meaning of blooms

  • Captivating Challenges Await at Mazes & Brain Games

    Captivating Challenges Await at Mazes & Brain Games

    Immersive, family-friendly experience opens Jan. 23 at Indiana State Museum

  • Celebrating Our Nation and Our State in 2026

    Celebrating Our Nation and Our State in 2026

    Joining in the nationwide celebration, the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites will host a series of events surrounding America’s 250th birthday.

  • Experience Wintertime Events in Northern Indiana

    Experience Wintertime Events in Northern Indiana

    Join the many family-friendly wintertime events going on in northern Indiana.

  • Explore Holiday Traditions in Southwest Indiana

    Explore Holiday Traditions in Southwest Indiana

    Southwest Indiana will be filled with holiday magic and joy as we dive into this season of holiday events.

  • Schwartz Named Volunteer of the Year

    Schwartz Named Volunteer of the Year

    Our Volunteer of the Year is Nancy Schwartz, who has dedicated countless hours to helping the team at the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site over the past 30 years.