Power Recycling Day presented by Technology RecyclersEliminate your old cell phones and other electronics the environmentally friendly way. Most electronics will be accepted, including old cell phones, wires, cables, all batteries, TVs, microwaves, computers and periperals. Basically anything with a plug! Computer hard drive memories will be securely cleared before being destroyed. All screens, monitors […]
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 […]
RAFT (River Assessment Field Teams) Water Sampling monthly team sampling events in Marion and Hamilton Counties continue with the help of well-trained volunteers. Do you want to help inform the science behind our work? Learn more about the program and how to become trained HERE. RAFT is a one-of-a-kind program strategically designed to aid in […]
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 […]
Chair Yoga can be done by anyone! Chair yoga can be done either sitting for the entire session or in some classes, standing and using the chair as a prop for balance. One of the greatest things about chair yoga is that it can be practiced by people of any size, age, shape, ability, level […]
Learn the basics of flower arranging by practicing on your very own to take home! Containers, flowers, and tools will be provided. Arrangements are your to keep, the tools will stay with me.
Veterans and their families are invited to join us as we honor Hoosier veterans who have selflessly served and continue to serve our country. Visit our Heroes from the Heartland display, see artifacts from our collection that tell important stories about our state’s military history and meet with a curator to explore your questions. Price: […]
Preschoolers are invited to learn, play and discover during this hour-long class. Build your child’s sense of wonder and playfulness as they engage in storytelling, hands-on activities and art creation. Color outside of the lines at our abstract art adventure! We’ll get messy and use a variety of household tools to create abstract works of […]
Learn how to make your own clothing from cutting to completed construction. This class is for 8-16 years old. Machines are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
Veterans and their families are invited to join us as we honor Hoosier veterans who have selflessly served and continue to serve our country. Visit our Heroes from the Heartland display, see artifacts from our collection that tell important stories about our state’s military history and meet with a curator to explore your questions. Price: […]
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.
Newfields offers free general admission to all guests on the first Thursday of each month. Bring your friends and family for a full day of art making, live music, games, and Artful Conversations while you enjoy the Newfields campus indoors and out for FREE.
Veterans and their families are invited to join us as we honor Hoosier veterans who have selflessly served and continue to serve our country. Visit our Heroes from the Heartland display, see artifacts from our collection that tell important stories about our state’s military history and meet with a curator to explore your questions. Price: […]
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 […]
Join us for an unforgettable opening event for Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box, a stunning exhibition that brings to life the transformative story of Raven, the trickster, and his role in bringing light to the world. Featuring the breathtaking glass art of Preston Singletary (Tlingit), the exhibition is a multi-sensory experience that combines striking […]
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, […]
Veterans and their families are invited to join us as we honor Hoosier veterans who have selflessly served and continue to serve our country. Visit our Heroes from the Heartland display, see artifacts from our collection that tell important stories about our state’s military history and meet with a curator to explore your questions. Price: […]
Veterans and their families are invited to join us as we honor Hoosier veterans who have selflessly served and continue to serve our country. Visit our Heroes from the Heartland display, see artifacts from our collection that tell important stories about our state’s military history and meet with a curator to explore your questions. Price: […]
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 […]
Preschoolers are invited to learn, play and discover during this hour-long class. Build your child’s sense of wonder and playfulness as they engage in storytelling, hands-on activities and art creation. Color outside of the lines at our abstract art adventure! We’ll get messy and use a variety of household tools to create abstract works of […]
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 […]
Learn how to make your own clothing from cutting to completed construction. This class is for 8-16 years old. Machines are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
Learn the basics of crochet stitches and how to read a pattern. This is a stand alone class, but you are welcome to come back with your own project to work on. Yarn and hook provided for the initial class.
Join Colombian-born, American, photographer Alexandra McNichols-Torroledo, for a discussion about her upcoming exhibition at the Aurora PhotoCenter in the Circle City Industrial Complex. Torroledo has dedicated the last decade to focusing on Indigenous communities in North and South America that protect sacred plants, water, and the rainforest. The exhibition, titled ESX/COCA showcases powerful images taken […]
Ready to be active, play games with friends and learn about some unique sports this season? Join our JumpBunch Coaches for some Fitness and FUN each week as we explore obstacle courses, different sports such as hockey, golf or basketball as well as work on body movement, self confidence and progressive sport building skills.
Workshop goal is to teach middle thru high school students and their parent(s) or guardian the skills and resources needed to assist in paying for a post-secondary education. Topics will include strategies for finding scholarships, avoiding scams, creating a winning essay, the scholarship resume and getting the right recommendations.
RAFT (River Assessment Field Teams) Water Sampling events in Marion and Hamilton Counties also include yearly habitat assessments. Help us evaluate the quality of local streams’ habitat while also picking up litter in the process! At this event, we will be grading the environment in and around the stream through a Visual Assessment and by […]
If you can stand up to the counter (even if on a stool), you are old enough to learn basic food preparation. Just in time for helping with Thanksgiving, you will be working with your little to prepare simple snacks and relish plate items. Snacks and water provided. This is a class for a guardian […]
Join us at the Indy Art Center for a day of FREE art-making workshops for veterans, service members, military family members 18+, and caregivers. Morning and afternoon workshops will be available in glassblowing, ceramics, painting, and more. Participants are welcome and encouraged to sign up for both morning and afternoon workshops.
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Build a bird house to help our Indiana wildlife while learning how to properly use carpentry tools. You can complete this entire adventure in only one session. We will be completing requirements 1-4.
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Chair Yoga can be done by anyone! Chair yoga can be done either sitting for the entire session or in some classes, standing and using the chair as a prop for balance. One of the greatest things about chair yoga is that it can be practiced by people of any size, age, shape, ability, level […]
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Children will learn about the important people and places that help our community through hands-on exploration and science projects. They will also make a collaborative community art piece. 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 […]
Learn how to make your own clothing from cutting to completed construction. This class is for 8-16 years old. Machines are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
Children will learn about the important people and places that help our community through hands-on exploration and science projects. They will also make a collaborative community art piece. 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 […]
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Ready to be active, play games with friends and learn about some unique sports this season? Join our JumpBunch Coaches for some Fitness and FUN each week as we explore obstacle courses, different sports such as hockey, golf or basketball as well as work on body movement, self confidence and progressive sport building skills.
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Children will learn about the important people and places that help our community through hands-on exploration and science projects. They will also make a collaborative community art piece. 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 […]
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Calling all young artists! Join us for a unique and hands-on pottery workshop with renowned artist Bobby Silas. Bobby, a Hopi artist who has embraced Zuni techniques, will guide your little ones through the exciting process of creating their own pottery. Starting his pottery journey in 2004-2005 at Zuni High School, Bobby learned traditional Zuni […]
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Experience Our Beloved Holiday Tradition!A light sprinkling of snow and the glow of twinkling lights will fill the sky, creating a magical nighttime experience that has become one of Central Indiana’s most beloved holiday traditions. Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a lights event. Year […]
It’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. Nearly three million lights will dazzle and delight during the eighth annual holiday tradition in The Garden. Lights will dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching the very tips of 100-year-old trees and lighting the way. Bundle up and enjoy the […]
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Chair Yoga can be done by anyone! Chair yoga can be done either sitting for the entire session or in some classes, standing and using the chair as a prop for balance. One of the greatest things about chair yoga is that it can be practiced by people of any size, age, shape, ability, level […]
It’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. Nearly three million lights will dazzle and delight during the eighth annual holiday tradition in The Garden. Lights will dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching the very tips of 100-year-old trees and lighting the way. Bundle up and enjoy the […]
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Experience Our Beloved Holiday Tradition!A light sprinkling of snow and the glow of twinkling lights will fill the sky, creating a magical nighttime experience that has become one of Central Indiana’s most beloved holiday traditions. Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a lights event. Year […]
It’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. Nearly three million lights will dazzle and delight during the eighth annual holiday tradition in The Garden. Lights will dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching the very tips of 100-year-old trees and lighting the way. Bundle up and enjoy the […]
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
Learn how to make your own clothing from cutting to completed construction. This class is for 8-16 years old. Machines are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
It’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. Nearly three million lights will dazzle and delight during the eighth annual holiday tradition in The Garden. Lights will dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching the very tips of 100-year-old trees and lighting the way. Bundle up and enjoy the […]
It’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. Nearly three million lights will dazzle and delight during the eighth annual holiday tradition in The Garden. Lights will dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching the very tips of 100-year-old trees and lighting the way. Bundle up and enjoy the […]
Girls receive volleyball instruction and skills to compete at school level. For registration and more information, please call Michelle Watts at 317-201-6422.
Experience the wonder of the holiday season at the Eiteljorg Museum’s annual Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure! This enchanting exhibition features a whimsical model train journey through iconic American landscapes, all brought to life in meticulous detail. As you wander through the immersive display, marvel at handmade scenes depicting beloved landmarks like the Grand […]
An award-winning artist, Katrina Mitten (Miami Tribe of Oklahoma) has been beading for over 45 years. Using family heirlooms, museum collections and years of practice, Katrina has perfected traditional Great Lakes embroidery style native beadwork. Her work is in the collection of the Miami Tribe, Eiteljorg Museum along with numerous other museums and private collections. […]
Experience Our Beloved Holiday Tradition!A light sprinkling of snow and the glow of twinkling lights will fill the sky, creating a magical nighttime experience that has become one of Central Indiana’s most beloved holiday traditions. Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a lights event. Year […]
Experience an elegant buffet breakfast full of holiday nostalgia in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room™ while enjoying live holiday music and beautiful décor. Children will receive a special holiday gift from Santa’s helpers and may also choose a surprise from the toy chest. Guests will enjoy a touch-free beverage and buffet service. After breakfast, visit […]
Experience an elegant buffet breakfast full of holiday nostalgia in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room™ while enjoying live holiday music and beautiful décor. Children will receive a special holiday gift from Santa’s helpers and may also choose a surprise from the toy chest. Guests will enjoy a touch-free beverage and buffet service. After breakfast, visit […]
Experience an elegant buffet breakfast full of holiday nostalgia in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room™ while enjoying live holiday music and beautiful décor. Children will receive a special holiday gift from Santa’s helpers and may also choose a surprise from the toy chest. Guests will enjoy a touch-free beverage and buffet service. After breakfast, visit […]