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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  • Mazes & Brain Games Member Preview
    Registration Required
    Jan 22

    Mazes & Brain Games Member Preview

    Be the first to enjoy our newest experience, Mazes & Brain Games!

    • All Ages
    • 6 – 8 pm
  • Toddler Time: 3-2-1 Blast off!
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 28

    Toddler Time: 3-2-1 Blast off!

    Toddlers will enjoy out-of-this-world crafts and science experiments, story time and more.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: 3-2-1 Blast off!
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 29

    Toddler Time: 3-2-1 Blast off!

    Toddlers will enjoy out-of-this-world crafts and science experiments, story time and more.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: 3-2-1 Blast off!
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 31

    Toddler Time: 3-2-1 Blast off!

    Toddlers will enjoy out-of-this-world crafts and science experiments, story time and more.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Stay and Play
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 31

    Stay and Play

    Young children and their caregivers participate in sensory experiences, STEM activities and even make music in Firefly Landing.

    • Ages 18 months – 6 years
    • 10:30 am – 12 pm
  • Homeschool Program: Stop Motion Mania, Lights, Camera, Action!
    Registration Required
    Feb 2

    Homeschool Program: Stop Motion Mania, Lights, Camera, Action!

    Ignite your creativity as you work with stop-motion

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 10 am – 12 pm
  • Homeschool Program: Stop Motion Mania, Lights, Camera, Action!
    Registration Required
    Feb 2

    Homeschool Program: Stop Motion Mania, Lights, Camera, Action!

    Ignite your creativity as you work with stop-motion

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 1:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Homeschool Program: Stop Motion Mania, Lights, Camera, Action!
    Registration Required
    Feb 3

    Homeschool Program: Stop Motion Mania, Lights, Camera, Action!

    Ignite your creativity as you work with stop-motion

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 10 am – 12 pm
  • Homeschool Program: Stop Motion Mania, Lights, Camera, Action!
    Registration Required
    Feb 3

    Homeschool Program: Stop Motion Mania, Lights, Camera, Action!

    Ignite your creativity as you work with stop-motion

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 1:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Small Wonders: Mysterious Mazes
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Feb 4

    Small Wonders: Mysterious Mazes

    Explore the twists and turns of this maze-inspired program.

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Stay and Play
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Feb 5

    Stay and Play

    Young children and their caregivers participate in sensory experiences, STEM activities and even make music in Firefly Landing.

    • Ages 18 months – 6 years
    • 10:30 am – 12 pm
  • Small Wonders: Mysterious Mazes
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Feb 7

    Small Wonders: Mysterious Mazes

    Explore the twists and turns of this maze-inspired program.

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am