Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites

Sneak into the undercover world of a ninja! We’ll test our agility and creativity while we learn about the science behind the world’s stealthiest fighters. 

December 2, 10 a.m.
December 2, 1:30 p.m.
December 3, 10 a.m.
December 3, 1:30 p.m.

Celebrate international creativity month as we learn about different art forms from cultures around the world. Design Ankara jewelry, perform a fan dance and more.

January 6, 10 a.m.
January 6, 1:30 p.m.
January 7, 10 a.m.
January 7, 1:30 p.m.

Travel back in time and explore three different time periods in U.S. history including the engineering of the Wild West, art from the Roaring Twenties and the innovations of the 1980s. 

February 3, 10 a.m.
February 3, 1:30 p.m.
February 4, 10 a.m.
February 4, 1:30 p.m.

Become an energy innovator by learning about alternative forms of energy, creating your own energy source, testing solar power and more!

March 3, 10 a.m.
March 3, 1:30 p.m.
March 4, 10 a.m.
March 4, 1:30 p.m.

Discover many of the different sides to earth science including geology, oceanography and meteorology. We’ll create geodes, thermometers and more during our scientific investigation. 

April 7, 10 a.m.
April 7, 1:30 p.m.
April 8, 10 a.m.
April 8, 1:30 p.m.

May the force be with you as you design creations inspired by your favorite science fiction films including light sabers and other items. We’ll even explore dry ice!

May 5, 10 a.m.
May 5, 1:30 p.m.
May 6, 10 a.m.
May 6, 1:30 p.m.

December 16, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Get in the holiday spirit as we make our own hot cocoa and design tasty treats to share with loved ones.

February 24, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Add color and beauty to your life with your own tile art! Learn how to design and create your own mosaics, work with tile and create your own masterpiece to take home. 

April 28, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Celebrate National Superhero Day by creating your own superhero persona. We’ll conduct experiments inspired by superpowers like freeze power, invisibility and others!  

December 9, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Delve into the world of prosthetics, cosmetics and digital effects as we go through the transformative process of bringing our own cinematic characters to life.

January 13, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Ignite your passion for chemistry! From blazing exothermic reactions to chilling endothermic transformations, we will explore the mesmerizing world of science through thrilling experiments and hands-on learning.

February 10, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Let’s celebrate National Embroidery Month by designing and crafting with a variety of textiles. We will embroider hats, create Ankara jewelry and more.

March 17, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Embark on a journey to discover new transportation solutions. We’ll craft sleek pinewood cars, navigate open waters and more while learning the principles of design and logistics. 

April 21, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Discover the science behind your favorite sports. From dissecting the biomechanics of basketball shots to analyzing the physics of track and field sprints, we’ll blend hands-on experimentation with athletic insight for a deep look in the world of sports. 

May 19, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Step into the thrilling world of ancient combat as we explore the physics behind the tools used during medieval times. Can you design and build a trebuchet that will knock down the castle walls?