Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites

Adults (ages 18 – 59) – $20
Seniors (ages 60+) – $18
Youth (ages 3 – 17) – $14
College students – $5 (with valid ID from any Indiana college or university)
Children under 3 – FREE

Visitors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Buy museum tickets online and save $1 per ticket.

• Advanced ticket purchases are not required. You can purchase your tickets online and save $1, or at the museum ticket counter upon arrival.
• Masks are currently optional for both museum staff and visitors. Masks are provided to visitors who would like them.
• The Farmers Market Café is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The menu consists of a variety of items including soups, sandwiches, salads and beverages. Grab & Go menu is available from 3 to 5 p.m.
• Hand sanitizer is readily available throughout the museum.
• If you have been exposed to COVID-19 recently or are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath), please stay home and plan a future visit instead.

The IMAX® theater is located on level one at the Indiana State Museum.

Plan your visit by viewing or downloading our Indiana State Museum Map

We understand that visitors’ needs vary, and our visitor services staff is available to help you make the most of your visit.

Special discounts are available for:

• Access Pass holders
• AAA Hoosier Members
• Education groups
• Indiana State Employees
• Staff from Indianapolis Consortium of Arts Administrators
• Military
• Indiana College Students
• Other groups

Access Pass

The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is proud to participate in the Access Pass program. Visit for just $2 per family member per visit!

Indy Attraction Pass

The Indy Attraction Pass offers the opportunity to maximize the Indianapolis experience at a budget-friendly price.
• Flexibility to spend as much, or as little, time at each attraction as you choose
• Save up to 50% versus buying individual admissions
• Mobile passes are delivered to your phone (no app required) via text and email for safe, touchless entry

The Indiana State Museum is conveniently located in downtown Indianapolis. The Indiana Department of Transportation has current information on road conditions.

Where to park

Parking is available in the attached White River State Park underground parking garage on Washington Street and in nearby garages, or in the White River State Park South Lot. For more information about other parking locations in the area, visit the Indianapolis Downtown parking site.

Parking rates for the White River State Park Garage

$4 per car (with the purchase of a ticket to the Indiana State Museum)
$4 per car (with a $10 purchase from the Indiana Store)
Free (with the purchase of an IMAX® ticket)
$4 per car (with a $10 purchase from the cafe)
Visitors are able to pay for parking at the Ticket Counter on level one.
These rates apply to most special event days, including Colts games.
Discounted parking rates expire daily at 5:30 p.m. with exceptions made for after-hours events.

Public Transportation

IndyGo operates bus routes that directly serve White River State Park and Military Park.

The Indiana State Museum has numerous opportunities for Girl Scouts and Scouts BSA throughout the year including Badge Days, holiday experiences and more.

Gather your group to explore the Hoosier state at the Indiana State Museum! Group visits are typically self-guided and last two to three hours. For group transportation to the museum, contact our partners at CharterUP.

If you are a photographer looking to book a shoot at the Indiana State Museum, please review our commercial photography policy and application process.