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Small Wonders: Exploring Indiana Caves

Indiana State Museum 650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN

Go into the depths of Indiana as we discover the living things that you can find in Indiana caves. Children will explore a cave sensory experience and conduct experiments as they learn more about these unique habitats. Preschoolers are invited to learn, play and discover in the museum during this hour-long class. Build your child’s […]

$13

Family Discovery Day: Archaeology

Indiana State Museum 650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN

Embark on a quest with Indiana Bones to discover what it takes to be an archaeologist! Find hidden relics, discover stories from an ancient civilization, piece together mysteries from the past meet with a real-life archaeologist and more. 

$2 – $19

19th Annual Quest for the West Art Show and Sale

Eiteljorg Museum at White River State Park 500 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN

Meet nationally acclaimed artists, celebrate and purchase their artwork during two luck-of-the-draw art sales. Pre-registered guests will participate in opening weekend events, including a Friday miniature luck-of-the-draw art sale, a special exhibit honoring 2023 Quest Artist of Distinction Krystii Melaine, plus a VIP tour of the exhibition Alfred Jacob Miller: Revisiting the Rendezvous, and a […]

$80
Event Series White River State Park Walking Tour

White River State Park Walking Tour

White River State Park 801 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Explore the cultural and historical significance of White River State Park on a one-hour walking tour with Indiana Landmarks. Guides will share stories of the park’s history, from the time of Indianapolis’s settlement to the present day, tracing how the area evolved from a hub of transportation and industry to a center for recreation, culture, […]

$7 – $12

Harvest Fest

Heritage Park at White River 10595 Eller Road, Fishers, IN

Enjoy a beautiful Sunday afternoon outdoors at Heritage Park at White River in Fishers. Browse and shop the creations of local artists and artisans, enjoy live music, walk the gardens and get a tour of the historic Ambassador House! 

Free

Rough Draughts for Notes to Indian Sketches: A Playwright’s Reading

Eiteljorg Museum at White River State Park 500 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN

Join us for a reading of Rough Draughts for Notes to Indian Sketches by playwright Gregory Hinton, a performance based on Alfred Jacob Miller’s journal entries from his early 19th century travels in the West. It’s followed by a gallery walk and Q-and-A with curators Karen McWhorter and Johanna M. Blume. About Gregory Hinton: Author, […]

Free – $20

How to Add Life to your Watercolor Landscape with Quest for the West Artist Gayle Weisfield

Eiteljorg Museum at White River State Park 500 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN

Join other watercolor artists on a journey as acclaimed Western artist Gayle Weisfield guides you through creating a landscape painting and creating a story by adding life to your painting. This workshop will take place in the classrooms inside the Eiteljorg Museum. Pack a lunch and snacks, or order food from the Museum Cafe. Plan […]

$175 – $225

How to Add Life to your Watercolor Landscape with Quest for the West Artist Gayle Weisfield

Eiteljorg Museum at White River State Park 500 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN

Join other watercolor artists on a journey as acclaimed Western artist Gayle Weisfield guides you through creating a landscape painting and creating a story by adding life to your painting. This workshop will take place in the classrooms inside the Eiteljorg Museum. Pack a lunch and snacks, or order food from the Museum Cafe. Plan […]

$175 – $225

How to Advance your Watercolor Landscape with Quest for the West Artist Gayle Weisfield

Eiteljorg Museum at White River State Park 500 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN

Join other watercolor artists as acclaimed Western artist Gayle Weisfield works with you to advance your painting. Either from the 2-day workshop or bring a painting you’re currently working on. This workshop will take place in the classrooms. Pack a lunch and snacks, or order food from the Museum Cafe. Gayle will provide the supply […]

$90 – $135