We are the keepers not only of facts and objects, but also of stories. And it’s part of our mission to share these powerful stories with you — everything from history and artifacts to celebrating the work of our incredible volunteers and staff.
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Posted August 6, 2020
Gov. Holcomb expands peer recovery options
Governor Eric J. Holcomb announces partnership between the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction and Mental Health America of Indiana.
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Posted July 22, 2020
Canal Nights: Field to Fork
This week, we’re learning how to create your very own self-watering planter!
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Posted June 19, 2020
Designing Dreams
Bill Blass’ fashion designing dreams began in Indiana hometown, but from an early age, he seemed to have only one objective: to leave.
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Posted June 5, 2020
Posters of WWII
Today marks the 76th anniversary of D-Day, the day when Allied forces invaded northern France during beach landings in Normandy.
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Posted June 5, 2020
Where We Stand
The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites as a cultural institution is intentional about its work to share and steward stories of Black Hoosiers.
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Posted June 4, 2020
Adult's Night In: Space Night
With the SpaceX launching last week, it’s a perfect time to celebrate to celebrate space for this week’s Adults Night In!
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Posted May 25, 2020
Teaching Tuesdays: Can you dig it?
We’re bringing families tons of educational content that’s easy for caregivers and their kids to do at home with materials you likely have on hand.
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Posted May 23, 2020
Adults Night In: Mary Todd Lincoln Cake
The pandemic has changed so many plans, but many of us still miss the tradition of making and baking special meals.
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Posted May 19, 2020
Teaching Tuesdays: Fossil Sketches
This week, we’re learning how to create fossil sketches!
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Posted May 18, 2020
$1 million for Naloxone distribution
Funds were made available by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s state opioid response grant.
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Posted May 14, 2020
Adults Night In: Naturalist Night
We are taking some inspiration from Gene Stratton-Porter, a famous novelist, naturalist and photographer, and becoming a naturalist for a night!
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Posted May 10, 2020
Teaching Tuesdays: Wind Detectors
This week, learn how to make your very own wind detector!
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