EVENTS AT THE MUSEUM

Looking for things to do in Indianapolis? The Indiana State Museum is home to dynamic exhibits, engaging programs and events for all ages.

Whether you’re exploring our latest museum exhibits, coming in for a special program, or finding fun things to do with kiddos, there’s always something new to experience.

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  • Homeschool Teen Program: Silly Creations
    Registration Required
    Dec 8

    Homeschool Teen Program: Silly Creations

    Get ready to use your imagination and be silly as you put a new spin on childhood art projects.

    • Ages 13 – 17
    • 11 am – 1 pm
  • Snowflake Pajama Party
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 9

    Snowflake Pajama Party

    Put on your favorite pajamas for an extra-cozy visit to Celebration Crossing!

    • Families with little ones ages 6 and younger
    • 6 – 8:30 pm
  • Holiday Sounds
    Registration Required
    Dec 10

    Holiday Sounds

    Enjoy the sounds of the season in the spectacular atmosphere of Celebration Crossing in the Great Hall. 

    • Grades K-12
    • 10 – 10:30 am, 10:45 – 11:15 am, 11:45 am – 12:15 pm
  • Statehood Day
    Registration Required
    Dec 11

    Statehood Day

    We invite you to come celebrate Indiana’s birthday.

    • Grade 4
    • 10 am – 1 pm
  • Magical Mornings
    Dec 12

    Magical Mornings

    Little ones and their families can explore the magical holiday offerings before the museum opens for the day.

    • Families with children aged 6 and younger
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Holiday Sounds
    Registration Required
    Dec 12

    Holiday Sounds

    Enjoy the sounds of the season in the spectacular atmosphere of Celebration Crossing in the Great Hall. 

    • Grades K-12
    • 10 – 10:30 am, 10:45 – 11:15 am, 11:45 am – 12:15 pm
  • Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 13

    Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

    Enjoy a delicious and festive buffet breakfast with Santa and his helpers.

    • All Ages
    • 8 – 8:45 am
  • Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 13

    Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

    Enjoy a delicious and festive buffet breakfast with Santa and his helpers.

    • All Ages
    • 8:30 – 9:15 am
  • Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 13

    Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

    Enjoy a delicious and festive buffet breakfast with Santa and his helpers.

    • All Ages
    • 9 – 9:45 am
  • Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 13

    Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

    Enjoy a delicious and festive buffet breakfast with Santa and his helpers.

    • All Ages
    • 9:30 – 10:15 am
  • Butler Community Arts School Concert
    Registration Required
    Dec 13

    Butler Community Arts School Concert

    Butler Community Arts School students present a day of instrumental music performances.

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 4:30 pm
  • Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the Great Hall
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 14

    Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the Great Hall

    Enjoy a delicious and festive buffet breakfast with Santa and his helpers.

    • All Ages
    • 9 – 9:45 am