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September 2018
Documentary Pandas are beloved around the world, and now they are coming to the big screen in the IMAX® original film “Pandas,” a breathtaking documentary adventure and amazing experience for the whole family. At Chengdu Panda Base in China, scientists are dedicated to protecting the species by breeding adult Giant Pandas in order to [...]
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Documentary Discover how NASA’s shuttle program has led to its exciting new era of space exploration. Learn about the important role of the International Space Station. Uncover what NASA and the space community are working on, and the challenges they face to carry out bold missions such as capturing asteroids and landing astronauts on [...]
Find out moreGoldilocks and the Three Bears September 13, 2018, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM Location:Peewinkle’s Puppet Studio at the Indiana State Museum map Bring your youngsters to this well loved story, presented by marionettes in a classic stage. After the show, children will create their own little puppet. A perfect first theater experience! Tickets are $8 and include [...]
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From the outer reaches of space to the small-town streets of suburbia, the hunt comes home in Shane Black’s explosive reinvention of the Predator series. Now, the universe’s most lethal hunters are stronger, smarter and deadlier than ever before, having genetically upgraded themselves with DNA from other species. When a young boy accidentally triggers [...]
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The Indianapolis Irish Festival is in its 23rd year. The festival is an opportunity to share Irish heritage through music, dance, cultural activities, and family fun. The festival was the vision of a small group of people who wanted to showcase the heritage, music and culture of the Irish people and the contributions of [...]
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Small Wonders is a monthly program that invites parents, grandparents and caregivers to bring their 3- to 5-year-olds to learn, play and discover in the museum. This month, your child will become a musician as he or she takes part in interactive musical storytelling, makes an instrument, explores sound waves and more. This program is [...]
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Join a day of special activities in honor of Indiana Archaeology Month. Step back in time and explore how our human ancestors survived before the advent of tools and tech we take for granted today. Discover ancient technology like atlatls, flint knapping, groundstone tools, pump drills and much more. Plus, talk to real Hoosier [...]
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In this monthly program, drop your child off at this class made just for them to encourage creativity, exploration, and independence in an environment that fosters curiosity and imagination. This month, your little one will learn all about water by learning about water animals, experimenting with a sensory water table, ice cube painting and more. [...]
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Do you have what it takes to be a crime-solving detective? Put your super sleuth skills to the test to help solve the case of the missing art at the museum. Scouts will work together to look for clues, identify fingerprints and crack codes, plus use a microscope to analyze evidence. This program is [...]
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Enjoy all the Indiana State Museum has to offer for free on Smithsonian Museum Day LIVE! One printed ticket will allow free entry for two visitors, and the ticket will grant access to all of the museum’s permanent experiences, as well as temporary experiences. For more information and to download your free ticket, visit www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/museum-day-2018. [...]
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Round up your friends and let's race a Marathon #RelayStyle! Join Back on My Feet for its 8th annual Marathon Relay race at the beautiful White River State Park. This is a unique race in which teams of 1, 2, 3, 4 or 6 individuals break up a marathon distance (26.2 miles) via a 2.2 mile [...]
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Let's end childhood cancer. Together. Register, form a team, and invite your friends and family to join. Or, join an existing team. Then, be a fearless fundraiser for the kids of St. Jude. Walk: ages 6 and up $10 Walk or Fun Run: ages 6 and up $10 Ages 5 and under free
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The inaugural White River Dragon Boat Race is an opportunity to raise funds for the White River Alliance and enjoy a safe, fun, community-wide competition on this one-of-a-kind resource in Indianapolis.
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When you take part in a Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter's Walk to End Lupus Now™, you experience firsthand the power of the movement to end lupus. Join us in Indianapolis to raise money for lupus research, increase awareness of lupus, and rally public support for the estimated 1.5 million Americans who suffer from [...]
Find out moreOctober 2018
Dive into a world of investigation and discovery during these 2-hour, optional drop-off classes designed to stimulate a child’s interest in science, art, history and culture. These classes are designed for students ages 5 through 13 and occur on the first Tuesday of the month. Museum admission is not included in the price. $8/member, $10/non-members
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JDRF One Walk has one goal: to create a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). We know you want to make a cure a reality too—and we can't wait for you to join us! When you participate in your local JDRF One Walk, the money you raise supports life–changing breakthroughs that give hope to everyone [...]
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Buddy Walk® is the most widely recognized public awareness event for the Down syndrome community. Locally, it is the largest fundraising and awareness event for Down Syndrome Indiana. Buddy Walk® is a family-friendly event open to all children and adults with Down syndrome, their families, friends and thousands of local supporters. Join us October 13, [...]
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