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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  • Member Morning
    Registration Required
    Jan 2

    Member Morning

    Celebrate the new year with early access to the museum galleries and take a magical ride on the Snowfall Express.

    • All Ages
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Youth Homeschool Program: Starry, Starry Night
    Registration Required
    Jan 11

    Youth Homeschool Program: Starry, Starry Night

    Appreciate the beauty of the night sky through the lens of art and science.

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 10 am – 12 pm
  • Youth Homeschool Program: Starry, Starry Night
    Registration Required
    Jan 11

    Youth Homeschool Program: Starry, Starry Night

    Appreciate the beauty of the night sky through the lens of art and science.

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 1:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Youth Homeschool Program: Starry, Starry Night
    Registration Required
    Jan 12

    Youth Homeschool Program: Starry, Starry Night

    Appreciate the beauty of the night sky through the lens of art and science.

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 10 am – 12 pm
  • Youth Homeschool Program: Starry, Starry Night
    Registration Required
    Jan 12

    Youth Homeschool Program: Starry, Starry Night

    Appreciate the beauty of the night sky through the lens of art and science.

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 1:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
    Jan 18

    Martin Luther King Jr. Day

    Join us to honor the legacy and contributions of Martin Luther King Jr.

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 5 pm
  • Homeschool Teen Program: Printmaking
    Registration Required
    Jan 20

    Homeschool Teen Program: Printmaking

    Explore the colorful world of printmaking, learn about Indiana artists and more.

    • Ages 13 – 17
    • 1:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Toddler Time: Builders and Breakers
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 27

    Toddler Time: Builders and Breakers

    Build, design and use your engineering skills to solve different challenges.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Toddler Time: Builders and Breakers
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 28

    Toddler Time: Builders and Breakers

    Build, design and use your engineering skills to solve different challenges.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Stay and Play
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 30

    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: Builders and Breakers
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 30

    Toddler Time: Builders and Breakers

    Build, design and use your engineering skills to solve different challenges.

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Youth Homeschool Program: Rescue Heroes
    Registration Required
    Feb 1

    Youth Homeschool Program: Rescue Heroes

    Get a behind-the-scenes look at the science and technology that support first-responders.

    • Ages 6 – 13
    • 10 am – 12 pm