'Round the Town
(Curated Excursions – Your Mini-Guide to Nearby Museums )
Step into our community's creative and cultural side this year with a tour of world-class museums. From historical artifacts to classic memorabilia and renowned artwork, explore our favorite spots for getting to know the world—and our own community—just a little bit more.
Museum of Miniature Houses
111 East Main Street Carmel, IN 46032 museumofminiatures.org Small wonders make a big impact at the Museum of Miniature Houses in the heart of the Carmel Arts & Design District. Inside this charming escape, a world of intricacy and imagination unfolds as you wander from room to room, viewing diminutive dwellings from every era, each meticulously furnished with impeccable attention to detail. 
Indiana State Museum
650 West Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 Indianamuseum.org Explore the rich heritage and history of our Hoosier state at the Indiana State Museum, situated along the canal in downtown Indianapolis. Boasting diverse exhibits and interactive displays, here science and history converge while the past is brought to life with stories of pioneers, innovators and everyday citizens 
The Great American Songbook Foundation
1 Carter Green Carmel, IN 46032 thesongbook.org A cultural affiliate to the Los Angeles-based Grammy Museum, The Great American Songbook Foundation (inside The Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel) features a gallery of images and artifacts that take you back in time, preserving and commemorating the brilliant musicians and artists who have contributed to the rich legacy of our nation’s most enduring music. 
The Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
4000 Michigan Road Indianapolis, IN 46208 discovernewfields.org Nestled within the majestic landscape of Newfields, the IMA’s collections span centuries and continents, showcasing masterpieces and allowing onlookers to view the ever-evolving artistic narrative. Beyond the gallery walls, art becomes an immersive experience, holding space throughout the grounds and gardens and through engaging events and programs. 
Conner Prairie
13400 Allisonville Road Fishers, IN 46038 connerprairie.org Known as Indiana’s Living History Museum, Conner Prairie offers a unique and immersive experience that transcends the confines of traditional museums. Visitors step back in time and into the shoes of those who forged our foundations, witnessing the past come to life through authentic re-creations of 19th-century American life and hands-on activities. |
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
4790 West 16th Street Indianapolis, IN 46222 indianapolismotorspeedway.com Since 1956, the IMS Museum has preserved the Indianapolis 500 and motorsports history through its growing collection. While the museum is under construction until 2025 in an effort to improve the guest experience and inspire future generations, visitors can still go behind the scenes with a Kiss the Bricks tour around the famous 2.5-mile oval. 
Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library
543 Indiana Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46202 vonnegutlibrary.org Paying homage to one of the most celebrated and unconventional voices in American literature, the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library is dedicated to the life and works of the iconic author and Indianapolis native. Beyond tangible relics, the museum serves as a cultural hub, hosting events, lectures, and discussions exploring the enduring relevance of Vonnegut’s work. 
Indiana Medical History Museum
3270 Kirkbride Way Indianapolis, IN 46222 imhm.org On the grounds of the former Central State Hospital in Indianapolis, the Indiana Medical History Museum is a captivating chronicle of healthcare and medical science. Explore the laboratories, examination rooms and teaching amphitheater to gain insights into the foundational and groundbreaking research conducted in a place that once served as an epicenter of medical research and education. 
Eiteljorg Museum
500 West Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 eiteljorg.org This museum serves as a bridge between the rich heritage of Indigenous peoples and the exploration of the American West. Through diverse programming and stunning collections, Native American artifacts, paintings and sculptures illuminate the beauty and complexity of cultures, while rotating exhibits capture the spirit of exploration, settlement and the evolving landscapes of the region. |