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
  • Member Morning: Happy New Year
    Registration Required
    Jan 2

    Member Morning: Happy New Year

    Start 2027 off right with early access to the museum galleries and more.

    • All Ages
    • 9 – 10 am
  • Small Wonders: Let’s Build It
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 6

    Small Wonders: Let’s Build It

    Grab your tool belt, we’re learning about construction!

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Small Wonders: Let’s Build It
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 9

    Small Wonders: Let’s Build It

    Grab your tool belt, we’re learning about construction!

    • Ages 3 – 5
    • 10 – 11 am
  • Young Explorers: Ancient Ice Age
    Separate Ticket Rewuired
    Jan 9

    Young Explorers: Ancient Ice Age

    Step into the Ice Age as we discover how this frigid phase came and went.

    • Ages 4 – 6
    • 1 – 2:30 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
    • 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
  • Sensory Friendly Afternoon
    Jan 17

    Sensory Friendly Afternoon

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

    • All Ages
    • 3 – 5 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