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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  • Small Wonders: Fall on the Farm
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Nov 21

    Small Wonders: Fall on the Farm

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

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Stay and Play
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Nov 21

    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
  • Small Wonders: Icy Adventure
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 2

    Small Wonders: Icy Adventure

    It’s time for a cold weather adventure.

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Small Wonders: Icy Adventure
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 5

    Small Wonders: Icy Adventure

    It’s time for a cold weather adventure.

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Young Explorers: Let it Snow
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 5

    Young Explorers: Let it Snow

    Get hands-on with frozen art, snowy science and more!  

    • Ages 4 – 6
    • 1 – 2:30 pm
  • Statehood Day
    Registration Required
    Dec 11

    Statehood Day

    We invite you to come celebrate Indiana’s birthday.

    • Grade 4 students
    • 10 am – 1 pm
  • Toddler Time: Cold Creations
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 16

    Toddler Time: Cold Creations

    It’s time for a cold weather adventure.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: Cold Creations
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 17

    Toddler Time: Cold Creations

    It’s time for a cold weather adventure.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: Cold Creations
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Dec 19

    Toddler Time: Cold Creations

    It’s time for a cold weather adventure.

    • 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
  • Juneteenth Saturday Celebration
    Jun 19

    Juneteenth Saturday Celebration

    Get ready for fun-filled FREE admission day at the Indiana State Museum!

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 5 pm