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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  • 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
    • 1:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Small Wonders: Seeds and Plants
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 7

    Small Wonders: Seeds and Plants

    Spring has sprung, which means it’s gardening time!

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Small Wonders: Seeds and Plants
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 10

    Small Wonders: Seeds and Plants

    Spring has sprung, which means it’s gardening time!

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Young Explorers: Gardens Galore
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 10

    Young Explorers: Gardens Galore

    Learn how to grow your own garden at this un-be-leaf-able program.

    • Ages 4 – 6
    • 1 – 2:30 pm
  • Homeschool Teen Program: Rocket Scientists
    Registration Required
    Apr 14

    Homeschool Teen Program: Rocket Scientists

    Take off into the world of rocketry and learn how rockets are designed, powered and more.

    • Ages 13 – 17
    • 1:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Sensory Friendly Afternoon with the Autism Society
    Apr 18

    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: Meteorology Masters
    Registration Required
    Apr 19

    Homeschool Half Day: Meteorology Masters

    Investigate the science of colors as we test how colors work and what they mean.

    • Ages 6 – 13 years
    • 10 am – 1 pm
  • Stay and Play
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 24

    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: Chirp, Tweet, Caw
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 24

    Toddler Time: Chirp, Tweet, Caw

    Discover our feathered friends that call Indiana home.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Toddler Time: Chirp, Tweet, Caw
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 28

    Toddler Time: Chirp, Tweet, Caw

    Discover our feathered friends that call Indiana home.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: Chirp, Tweet, Caw
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Apr 29

    Toddler Time: Chirp, Tweet, Caw

    Discover our feathered friends that call Indiana home.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Small Wonders: Backyard Birds
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    May 1

    Small Wonders: Backyard Birds

    Meet some of Indiana’s feathered friends!

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am