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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  • Stay and Play
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 29

    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: Indiana Animals
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Aug 29

    Toddler Time: Indiana Animals

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

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Small Wonders: Magical Math
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Sep 2

    Small Wonders: Magical Math

    Create art using math skills, explore sensory activities and more.

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Small Wonders: Magical Math
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Sep 5

    Small Wonders: Magical Math

    Create art using math skills, explore sensory activities and more.

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Young Explorers: Deep Sea Swimmers
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Sep 5

    Young Explorers: Deep Sea Swimmers

    Splash into the deep end as we explore the diversity of ocean life!

    • Ages 4 – 6
    • 1 – 2:30 pm
  • Tinkerfest
    Sep 19

    Tinkerfest

    Tinkerfest is a two-day celebration of curiosity and creativity!

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 5 pm
  • Toddler Time: Movin’ and Groovin’
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Sep 23

    Toddler Time: Movin’ and Groovin’

    Find out how sounds and movement work together.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: Movin’ and Groovin’
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Sep 24

    Toddler Time: Movin’ and Groovin’

    Find out how sounds and movement work together.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: Movin’ and Groovin’
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Sep 26

    Toddler Time: Movin’ and Groovin’

    Find out how sounds and movement work together.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Stay and Play
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Sep 26

    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
  • Spill the Tea Series: Notorious Indiana
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Sep 27

    Spill the Tea Series: Notorious Indiana

    Yes, they were famous … but also infamous. We’re spilling the tea!

    • Ages 18+
    • 3 – 4:30 pm
  • Small Wonders: Fall on the Farm
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Oct 7

    Small Wonders: Fall on the Farm

    Learn about farm animals, tractors and how food is grown.

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am