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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  • Sensory Friendly Afternoon
    Mar 21

    Sensory Friendly Afternoon

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

    • All Ages
    • 3 – 5 pm
  • Messy Mondays
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Mar 22

    Messy Mondays

    Explore art, science and sensory exploration through hands-on, messy projects.

    • Ages 2 – 5 years
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: A Day at the Derby
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Mar 24

    Toddler Time: A Day at the Derby

    Explore different modes of transportation just in time for Pinewood Derby!

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: A Day at the Derby
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Mar 25

    Toddler Time: A Day at the Derby

    Explore different modes of transportation just in time for Pinewood Derby!

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Stay and Play
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Mar 27

    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
  • Toddler Time: A Day at the Derby
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Mar 27

    Toddler Time: A Day at the Derby

    Explore different modes of transportation just in time for Pinewood Derby!

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Pinewood Derby® Race and Best-in-Show Contest
    Apr 3

    Pinewood Derby® Race and Best-in-Show Contest

    Participate in race day and best-in-show contest!

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 5 pm
  • Pinewood Derby® Fun Runs
    Mar 24 – Apr 4

    Pinewood Derby® Fun Runs

    Get your cars ready to race!

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 5 pm
  • Member Morning: Pinewood Derby
    Registration Required
    Apr 4

    Member Morning: Pinewood Derby

    Race cars down our 125-foot Pinewood Derby track before the museum opens!

    • All Ages
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Youth Homeschool Program: Citizen Scientists
    Registration Required
    Apr 5

    Youth Homeschool Program: Citizen Scientists

    Become a citizen scientist and participate in real science projects all around us.

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 10 am – 12 pm
  • Youth Homeschool Program: Citizen Scientists
    Registration Required
    Apr 5

    Youth Homeschool Program: Citizen Scientists

    Become a citizen scientist and participate in real science projects all around us.

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 1:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Youth Homeschool Program: Citizen Scientists
    Registration Required
    Apr 6

    Youth Homeschool Program: Citizen Scientists

    Become a citizen scientist and participate in real science projects all around us.

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 10 am – 12 pm