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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  • Eco-Science Challenge
    Registration Required
    Apr 17

    Eco-Science Challenge

    Students can submit science challenge projects.

    • Grades K-12
    • 10 am – 2 pm
  • Toddler Time: Fantastic Flowers
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 18

    Toddler Time: Fantastic Flowers

    Create some floral art and learn all about the important job plants do.

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

    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
  • Sensory Friendly Afternoon with the Autism Society
    Apr 19

    Sensory Friendly Afternoon with the Autism Society

    Experience the Indiana State Museum in a sensory-friendly way!

    • All Ages
    • 3 – 5 pm
  • Homeschool Half Day: Movin’ & Groovin’
    Registration Required
    Apr 20

    Homeschool Half Day: Movin’ & Groovin’

    Slide into the science of sports as we keep our bodies grooving!

    • Ages 6 – 13 years
    • 10 am – 1 pm
  • Toddler Time: Fantastic Flowers
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 22

    Toddler Time: Fantastic Flowers

    Create some floral art and learn all about the important job plants do.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: Fantastic Flowers
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 23

    Toddler Time: Fantastic Flowers

    Create some floral art and learn all about the important job plants do.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Botanica Mysterium
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 23

    Botanica Mysterium

    Dress for a botanical wedding celebration, enjoy light bites, and solve the mystery.

    • Ages 18+
    • 6 – 7:30 pm
  • Curiosity Cube
    Apr 23 – 24

    Curiosity Cube

    Come explore the fundamentals of synthetic biology!

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 2 pm
  • Butler Community Arts School Concert
    Apr 25

    Butler Community Arts School Concert

    Butler Community Arts School presents a day of instrumental music performances.

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 4:30 pm
  • Curiosity Cube
    Apr 26

    Curiosity Cube

    Come explore the fundamentals of synthetic biology!

    • Ages 8 – 13
    • 10 am – 5 pm
  • Cats and Dogs Member Preview
    Registration Required
    Apr 30

    Cats and Dogs Member Preview

    Be the first to see the world through our pets’ eyes at our newest exhibit, Cats and Dogs!

    • All Ages
    • 6 – 8 pm