Indiana State Museum

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Visit us in downtown Indianapolis and explore three floors of Indiana's culture, art, history, science and more! Explore one of Indianapolis' top attractions. The Indiana State Museum in White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis is the place to go to uncover Indiana’s secrets. The museum houses exhibits on science, art, culture and history of Indiana from prehistoric times up to the present

08/13/2026

🧵 Jennie’s quilt is as colorful and eclectic as the life she stitched together for herself!

Photos from Indiana State Museum's post 08/11/2026

🎨 Your pet is a work of art — make it official at our Watercolor Pet Portraits class on Aug. 15! >> https://bit.ly/45mz0lp

Our public programs engagement specialist — the artist behind these fantastic paintings — will guide you through every step of the process during this program for beginners ages 10 and up.

Save your spot by Aug. 14!

This program is supported by the Indy Arts Council and the City of Indianapolis - Government.

08/10/2026

📸 How did Gene Stratton-Porter get this shot in the wild?

Fun fact: To get animals comfortable with her camera, Gene would plant a decoy camera near the area she wanted to photograph for several days before switching it out for the real thing!

08/06/2026

Do all cats hate dogs, or is it just UnclePudgy? Find out at Cats & Dogs The Exhibition through Sept. 27! >> https://bit.ly/4cIcwi7

This exhibit is supported by Subaru of Indiana Automotive.

08/06/2026

Dolls like Lilly helped children with diabetes feel less alone during the 1930s!

08/04/2026

🎶 This Black Hoosier record label brought The Beatles stateside! >> https://bit.ly/3Roog2K

08/04/2026

🪗 Enjoy free admission, live polka-inspired Mexican music and more at Polkas Norteñas Fest on Aug. 22! >> https://bit.ly/4yOaY0c

Explore family-friendly activities, dancing and local vendor booths across the museum at this celebration of culture and community presented with Ballet Folklorico Mosaicos and Arte Mexicano en Indiana.

This free admission day is supported by the Lacy Foundation, the Indy Arts Council and the City of Indianapolis - Government.

Photos from Indiana State Museum's post 07/31/2026

🦝 Jimothy lives rent free in our minds and our collection!

1️⃣ "Black and white photograph of Cowboy Bob," 1970-1986
2️⃣ "Versailles State Park" by William Zimmerman, 1985
3️⃣ & 4️⃣ Various raccoon specimen from our biology collection

Photos from Indiana State Museum's post 07/30/2026

📅 Save the date for these paw-some programs inspired by Cats & Dogs The Exhibition! >>https://bit.ly/4wjiRsO

🐾 July 29 & 30: Toddler Time: Pet Detectives (ages 18-36 months) presented by Indiana529
🐾 Aug. 8: Stuffie Pet Clinic (ages 5-12)
🐾 Aug. 15: Watercolor Pet Portraits (ages 10+) supported by the Indy Arts Council

07/30/2026

🏆 Another award-winning museum dad joke for your feed!

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650 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN
46204

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm