Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
Join us for “Seeds of Freedom: The Spiritual Roots of the American Civil Rights Movement,” a creative exploration of how belief and conviction can change the course of history! This production by Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis, takes the audience on a historical journey predating enslavement – migrating through the transatlantic slave trade to the Civil […]
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
2D Digital | R | 119min | Released: Oct. 29, 2024 Drama IMAX Indy Presents: Pan’s LabyrinthPart of IMAX Indy’s year long celebration of classic films.Original release date: October 11, 2006 Presented in original Spanish language with English subtitles. This film has not been enhanced by IMAX and is not The IMAX Experience. In the falangist Spain of 1944, the bookish […]
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 […]
Explore the seasonal changes and all-things-Halloween! From spooky investigations to pumpkin art projects, we’ll have fun getting ready for the spooky season. These engaging one-hour sessions are designed to teach your little explorer skills like problem-solving and social-emotional communication through play. They’ll also develop fine and gross motor skills while participating in circle time, story […]
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
Explore the seasonal changes and all-things-Halloween! From spooky investigations to pumpkin art projects, we’ll have fun getting ready for the spooky season. These engaging one-hour sessions are designed to teach your little explorer skills like problem-solving and social-emotional communication through play. They’ll also develop fine and gross motor skills while participating in circle time, story […]
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
Join a team of volunteers who help maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park alongside horticulturalists Chris Turner and Kelly Frank. A relevant garden topic is presented on alternate Friday sessions. Refreshments provided. Meets in Nature Center parking lot on Fridays at 9 a.m. Free! No registration required. Participants are required to participate in […]
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
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 […]
Join us in decorating your very own Grapevine Wreath. Ribbon and other decorations will be provided, but feel free to bring special small items to make your wreath unique.
Love the trails at Holliday Park? Join a group of dedicated volunteers, the Trail Troopers, for a morning of cleanup, trash removal, and weed wrangling. Prepare to roll up your sleeves and get to work by dressing for the weather and don't forget your gloves! Meet in the Nature Center auditorium and we'll head out on […]
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
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 […]