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This exhibition is the Indiana State Museum's annual celebration of the holiday season. The museum will be decked from top to bottom with holiday decorations and children's activities. Child
Try to imagine what types of animals lived in Indiana 200 or 12,000 years ago. Since the Ice Age, our wildlife has grown much scarcer and less diverse. This exhibit draws on the museum's rich col
This exhibition features over 150 pieces created by youth and adult students.
The Indianapolis Art Center in conjunction with the Indianapolis Public Schools has selected a group of paintings by Hoosier artists from a collection of more than 900 works. Among this group are work
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum, located five miles northwest of downtown Indianapolis on the grounds of the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway, is recognized as one of the most hi
The Indiana State Museum collaborates once again with the Indiana Artisan Development for another installation of 'Off the Walls.' The exhibition certainly gives visitors a unique mix of art
This interactive exhibit is designed to teach kids about making healthy lifestyle choices.
This exhibit takes visitors on a journey through the lives of three children who faced profound trials and emerged as heroes of the 20th century. The stories of Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges, and Ryan Whit
This exhibit was inspired by the top three answers received when 1,000 Marion County youth were asked, "If you could explore anything, what would it be?" Kids can check out areas themed arou
'Playscape' is a fun, safe environment for the preschool set. Kids can splash and pour at the water table, play with sand in the sand dome, pretend to be a turtle in the Fantasy Forest or pl
'Dinosphere' is one of the largest displays of real juvenile and family dinosaur fossils the United States. The exhibit also features a Paleo Lab, a hands-on dig simulation, a variety of int
This piece is the largest permanent sculpture of blown glass created by renowned artist Dale Chihuly.
Kids can explore nature and scientific principles through a variety of hands-on activities.
This interactive, intergenerational exhibit explores the role of storytelling and oral traditions in the African American community.
'InfoZone' is the museum's library area. Check out or return materials, or borrow a laptop to play some games.
Learn about the history of locomotion. The centerpiece of the exhibit is a 35-foot long, 55-ton steam engine designed by Reuben Wells in 1868.
Families can participate in a variety of fun activities designed for group participation.