The ABCs of Online, At-Home, and In-Classroom Learning
The Indiana State Museum provides resources for the classroom, for museum visits and virtual learning to enhance educators’ curriculums. Whether it’s a school program, outreach program, or professional development opportunity, we’re here to serve you. Learn about these opportunities below or view the Early Childhood-Grade 12 Education Program Guide.
View guideField Trips
From geological artifacts and historical objects to epic experiences and hands-on learning, our galleries, programs and theater performances come alive. With so many possibilities, no trip to the museum is ever the same!
Learn moreEXPLORE
Explore programs happen at the museum or in your classroom. They offer hands-on, exploratory and interactive programs on a variety of topics that provide students a fun way to learn about Indiana’s people, places and things through art, history and STEM connections.
Learn moreDISCOVER
Discover programs offer you resources to supplement your classroom curriculum and e-learning, and to enhance a field trip with free, downloadable resources including exhibit and learning guides, historic site correlations, literature connections, community resources and website links.
Learn moreSHARE
Share programs help you take your teaching to the next level with hands-on and interactive professional development workshops, either virtually or in-person, in small groups.
Learn moreAssembly Shows
Participate in interactive assembly programs at the Indiana State Museum or at your school. Your students might even find themselves in the thick of the action!
Learn moreSpecial Events
Enjoy hands-on activities, performances, community collaborations and more that will appeal to a variety of your students while fulfilling select Indiana Academic Standards.
Learn moreHOMESCHOOL Programs
The Indiana State Museum offers classes, events and group visits for homeschool families that integrate art, history and STEM through hands-on exploration, gallery tours, outdoor investigation and more.
Learn moreOut-of-School Time
Continue learning outside of the classroom. Bring your out-of-school group to the Indiana State Museum for special programs and reduced rates designed just for you.
Learn MorePLAN YOUR VISIT TO THE STATE HISTORIC SITES
The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is 12-location museum system. The museum is centrally located in Indianapolis and the 11 historic sites are scattered across the state. Each location has a unique story to tell and offers programs that satisfy many of the Indiana Academic Standards. Click the name of the location below to learn more about their PreK-12 educational offerings.
Southwest Region
North Region
Our Teachers Say It Best
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“I wanted to send a thank you for a great visit to your STEAM Day. One of my kids said it was AMAZING! The DNA extraction activity was a BIG hit. We were also able to use their experience on the 3D drawing activity in class today. Between the hands-on activities, the STEAM activities, and the pendulum, I’m not sure what else we could have asked for in our day. SOOOO much great learning.”
Maria Ging
4th Grade Teacher at Fall Creek Elementary
School Programs & Events
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Jan 6, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Art Abroad
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Jan 6, 2025 1:30 pm - 3:30 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Art Abroad
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Jan 7, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Art Abroad
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Jan 7, 2025 1:30 pm - 3:30 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Art Abroad
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Jan 13, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Fire & Ice
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Jan 18, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmCorydon Capitol
Writing of the Past: Calligraphy (ages 10+)
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Jan 24, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pmIndiana State Museum
Seeds of Freedom - Performance for Schools
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Feb 3, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Time Traveler
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Feb 3, 2025 1:30 pm - 3:30 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Time Traveler
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Feb 4, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Time Traveler
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Feb 4, 2025 1:30 pm - 3:30 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Time Traveler
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Feb 5, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:30 pmNew Harmony
Learn to be a Naturalist Homeschool Program: Winter Sowing (ages 7-13)
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Feb 10, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pmIndiana State Museum
Homeschool: Textile Artist
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Feb 14, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pmIndiana State Museum
Seeds of Freedom - Performance for Schools
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Feb 19, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:30 pmNew Harmony
Homeschool Heritage Skills: Butter Making (ages 7-13)
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Feb 21, 2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pmIndiana State Museum
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