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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  • Sensory Friendly Afternoon
    Nov 15

    Sensory Friendly Afternoon

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

    • All Ages
    • 3 – 5 pm
  • Homeschool Half Day: Time Travelers
    Registration Required
    Nov 16

    Homeschool Half Day: Time Travelers

    Hop in the museum’s time machine and get ready for an adventure across the ages!

    • Ages 6 – 13 years
    • 10 am – 1 pm
  • Toddler Time: Fall on the Farm
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Nov 18

    Toddler Time: Fall on the Farm

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

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Teen Homeschool Program: Project Polymer
    Registration Required
    Nov 18

    Teen Homeschool Program: Project Polymer

    Explore what polymers are and how they react to different experiments.

    • Ages 13 – 17 years
    • 1:30 – 3:30 pm
  • Small Wonders: Fall on the Farm
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Nov 19

    Small Wonders: Fall on the Farm

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

    • Ages 18 – 36 months
    • 10 – 11 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: 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
  • Celebration Crossing: Opening Day
    Nov 27

    Celebration Crossing: Opening Day

    Watch as Santa makes his grand entrance by helicopter and kicks off the holiday season!

    • All Ages
    • 10 am – 5 pm
  • Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room
    Registration Required
    Nov 28

    Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

    Enjoy a delicious and festive buffet breakfast with Santa and his helpers.

    • All Ages
    • 8 – 8:45 am
  • Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room
    Registration Required
    Nov 28

    Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

    Enjoy a delicious and festive buffet breakfast with Santa and his helpers.

    • All Ages
    • 8:30 – 9:15 am
  • Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room
    Registration Required
    Nov 28

    Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

    Enjoy a delicious and festive buffet breakfast with Santa and his helpers.

    • All Ages
    • 9 – 9:45 am
  • Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room
    Registration Required
    Nov 28

    Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room

    Enjoy a delicious and festive buffet breakfast with Santa and his helpers.

    • All Ages
    • 9:30 – 10:15 am