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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  • Wildlings Playgroup at I Am Wild
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jul 31

    Wildlings Playgroup at I Am Wild

    Discover this playful exhibit with your little ones before the museum opens.

    • Ages 6 and younger
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Indianapolis Symphonic Band FREE Summer Concert
    Aug 1

    Indianapolis Symphonic Band FREE Summer Concert

    • All Ages
    • 3 – 4:30 pm
  • Small Wonders: Into the Wild
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 5

    Small Wonders: Into the Wild

    Engineer animal habitats as you learn about wildlife.

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Young Explorers: Rock-in’ Indiana
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 8

    Young Explorers: Rock-in’ Indiana

    Use excavation tools, make art and more.

    • Ages 4 – 6
    • 1 – 2:30 pm
  • Small Wonders: Into the Wild
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 8

    Small Wonders: Into the Wild

    Engineer animal habitats as you learn about wildlife.

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Stuffie Pet Clinic
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 8

    Stuffie Pet Clinic

    Adopt a stuffie and learn how to care for it at the paw-some workshop!

    • Ages 5-12
    • 10 am – 3 pm
  • Watercolor Pet Portraits
    Registration Required
    Aug 15

    Watercolor Pet Portraits

    Capture your pet’s likeness in watercolor! All skill levels welcome.

    • Ages 10+
    • 1 – 2:30 pm
  • Sensory Friendly Afternoon with the Autism Society
    Aug 16

    Sensory Friendly Afternoon with the Autism Society

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

    • All Ages
    • 3 – 5 pm
  • Polkas Norteña’s Fest (Northern Polka Festival)
    Aug 22

    Polkas Norteña’s Fest (Northern Polka Festival)

    FREE DAY! A vibrant celebration of the worldwide influence of polka!

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 5 pm
  • Toddler Time: Indiana Animals
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 26

    Toddler Time: Indiana Animals

    Come investigate with us to discover what animals live in your backyard.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: Indiana Animals
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 27

    Toddler Time: Indiana Animals

    Come investigate with us to discover what animals live in your backyard.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Wildlings Playgroup at I Am Wild
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 28

    Wildlings Playgroup at I Am Wild

    Discover this playful exhibit with your little ones before the museum opens.

    • Ages 6 and younger
    • 9 – 10 am