Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites

Tinkerers, makers, builders and designers of all ages are invited to experience a whole day of interactive experiences, demonstrations and hands-on activities at Tinkerfest.

On Sept. 21, visitors will get to participate in this fan-favorite celebration of curiosity and creativity from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. while they explore the museum’s galleries.

Gearing up for its biggest year yet at the Indiana State Museum, the fifth-annual Tinkerfest will host hands-on activities and demonstrations from 35 exhibitors, plus numerous other activities led by the museum’s team, across all three floors of the museum, the front lawn and canal-side — making this year’s event the biggest Tinkerfest to date.

Whether visitors want to watch a pumpkin get launched 300 feet across the front lawn with a slingshot, 3D print Croc charms, experiment with coding, see robots in action, try their hand at changing a tire or decorate a cardboard birthday cake, Tinkerfest will have something for everyone who wants to know what makes something tick.

See the complete exhibitor lineup here.

Tinkerfest is included with museum admission, with tickets available for $2 for Access Pass members, $5 for college students and $7 for Scouts BSA, Girl Scouts and their families. Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies and Juniors can earn their Craft & Tinker badge when they preregister for Tinkerfest.