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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 day. The museum provides stunning views and architecture, making it a great venue for weddings, special events or meetings. The Indiana State Museum is home to the Farmers Market Café, the Indiana Store gift shop and the IMAX Theater, Indiana’s largest movie screen. The Indiana State Museum is part of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites system. Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites Social Media Community Guidelines

The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites uses various social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, X, et al.) (“Accounts”) to support its mission to serve as a catalyst for informal lifelong learning that connects the stories of real people, places and things. Accounts are moderated by the marketing and communication staff. The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is not responsible for any content or comments generated by other users (“Users”). With its posts, Users acknowledge that the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is not responsible for any content or comments shared on the Accounts. User acknowledges that the Accounts are public, and not confidential. Representations and Warranties:
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10/15/2026

🪦 Gail’s museum jokes are coming back to life just in time for Halloween!

Follow for more frightfully corny dad jokes.

10/14/2026

Share this with someone you'd go chase moths with. 💙

🎃 Dare to explore the museum after dark at Twilight Tales! >> https://bit.ly/3Ud6zEwLittle detectives will search for cl...
10/13/2026

🎃 Dare to explore the museum after dark at Twilight Tales! >> https://bit.ly/3Ud6zEw

Little detectives will search for clues and solve puzzles to crack the case of the missing candy at Twilight Tales: Strange Encounters (Oct. 21 & 23).

And on Oct. 28 & 30, adult thrill-seekers are invited to grab a cocktail and discover the state's most spine-chilling stories at Twilight Tales: Beyond the Grave. Keep an eye out — you never know what's waiting in the dark!

10/13/2026

▶️ NEW VIDEO: Artist Yatika Starr Fields drew inspiration from the cosmology of Angel Mounds State Historic Site for his new sculpture. >> https://bit.ly/4y7LtFt

Check it out on YouTube!

10/10/2026

🎃 ICYMI, enjoy the sights and sounds of Night at the Boo Bash 2026!

Thank you to everyone who came to Fred the Mastodon’s Halloween party and to Bassett Services for providing the candy for this year’s event.

10/09/2026

Get a live look into Connie Fusion's mad science lab and watch her whacky experiments at Night at the Boo Bash at the Indiana State Museum!

We'll be open on Mondays and Tuesdays during fall break, in addition to our regular hours! >> https://bit.ly/4e5BcCqChec...
10/08/2026

We'll be open on Mondays and Tuesdays during fall break, in addition to our regular hours! >> https://bit.ly/4e5BcCq

Check out what's new at the museum and explore the Hoosier Art Salon during the exhibit's last weeks at the museum Oct. 12, 13, 19 and 20.

Discover nearly 140 artworks from Indiana’s top artists during the Hoosier Art Salon's last two weeks at the museum! >> ...
10/08/2026

Discover nearly 140 artworks from Indiana’s top artists during the Hoosier Art Salon's last two weeks at the museum! >> https://bit.ly/4xGcK27

Explore the Hoosier state's preeminent juried art exhibition through Oct. 25.

10/07/2026

In this episode of IN the Parks, Allison is heading to the Vincennes State Historic Sites! >> https://bit.ly/3VxvXFq

Check it out on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.

10/06/2026

🔀 We’re switching up the objects on display! Come see what’s new in the galleries this week. >> https://bit.ly/4e5BcCq

Address

650 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN
46204

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+13172321637

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