The spooky, not scary, spectacle returns to The Garden at Newfields for the fifth season of fall fun. Get ready to experience a revitalized spectacle at Mischief Manor featuring glowing gourds galore, alongside your favorite friendly spirits, The Three Graces. Once again, expect to journey through fog-filled forests along The Pumpkin Path of Peril and feel the […]
When Taylor Swift brings her record-setting Eras Tour to Indianapolis on Nov. 1-3, 2024, the Indiana State Museum will celebrate with a pre-concert tailgating-themed party featuring food, themed cocktails and mocktails, bracelet trading, DJ entertainment, karaoke, local vendors and more. Plus, you can upgrade to the VIP experience to enjoy dedicated bars, additional food and […]
Come for a story time and an opportunity for a close-up experience with one of the nature center's animal ambassadors to learn all about where they live, what they eat, and all the cool facts. Thursdays: Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5 10-10:30 AM Free! No registration required.
Head up to the second floor of Lilly House to discuss Kate Khavari’s A Botanist's Guide to Parties and Poisons. This novel centers around Saffron Everleigh as she works to clear the name of one of her botanist friends in the first novel of this exciting, botanical series. Light refreshments will be provided alongside a guided […]
There are countless nature-related books that present a variety of pressing environmental concerns. This monthly program offers adults a chance to learn about nature and environmental issues through the words of different nature authors. Fridays: Sept. 13 Rewilding the Sea: How to Save Our Oceans by Charles Clover, Oct. 11 Let the Mountains Talk, Let the Rivers Run by […]
Take a hike through Holliday Park with a staff naturalist. You never know what you'll find, but you'll always find beauty and hopefully learn something new about your local environment! Wear good shoes and bring binoculars if you have them! Meet in the Nature Center lobby and we'll head out on the trails.Saturdays: Sept. 14, […]
Amos Butler Audubon Society Morning Bird HikesJoin Amos Butler Audubon Society members and Holliday Park Staff on a monthly morning bird hike. Hikes are open to the public. Beginning birders welcome! Bring a pair of binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather. Please meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Morning Bird Hikes (8-9:30 […]
Volunteer Naturalist Training If you are looking for an environmental volunteer opportunity and enjoy sharing the outdoors with others, then this is the place for you. Monthly trainings prepare volunteers to lead groups of children during environmental field trip programs at the nature center. Visit www.hollidaypark.org/volunteer. Tuesdays: Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, and Dec. 10 […]
Get an up-close look at a selection of our animal ambassadors and experience a live feeding at Beastly Brunch. Activity is designed for children ages 2+, but the whole family is welcome. Adult supervision is required. Wednesdays: Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, and Dec. 11 11:30 am-12 pm FREE. No registration required. All children must […]
