Indiana State Museum

Engage with the past and learn about Indiana

Located on the Downtown Canalwalk in White River State Park, the museum tells the story of the Hoosier state, and features a year-round calendar of exhibits that explore Indiana art, science and culture from Indiana’s past, present and future through scientific, cultural, history and art exhibits that help define our place in the world.

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Featured Events

Toddler Time: Our Neighborhood

November 20 @ 10:00 am

Toddler Time: Our Neighborhood

November 21 @ 10:00 am

Toddler Time: Our Neighborhood

November 23 @ 9:00 am

Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room™

November 30 @ 8:00 am

Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room™

November 30 @ 8:30 am

Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room™

November 30 @ 9:00 am

Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room™

November 30 @ 9:30 am

Santa’s Holiday Breakfast in the Great Hall

December 1 @ 9:00 am

Small Wonders: Science of Wintry Weather

December 3 @ 10:00 am

All upcoming events

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If you have a question or concern—or just want to know more about how you can help achieve the community’s vision for the White River—we want to know!

Note that for the fastest response, if you have a question about an individual park, partner organization, event, or river destination, use the links above to connect to their websites for more information.