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Explore Craft Corner this Winter!
Make a new craft every week

In Craft Corner, we specialize in 19th-century craft making. Make your own soap to take home, practice wtih a paper tin-punch or craft a broom the way it was done many years ago.

 View the upcoming projects featured in Craft Corner and plan to drop in for some hands-on creativity during the cold days of winter.







 


full events calendar

Plan Your Visit
Find out more about the many special events Conner Prairie has to offer.

Black History Month - February
Play trivia, games and make crafts in honor of Black History Month. Location: Welcome Center

events & programs

Civil War Roundtable - February
February 15 - Civil War Roundtable - February
Topic: "Iron Man: Iron Will" presented by Craig Dunn. Join us in the Lilly Theater in the Conner Prairie Welcome Center at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Upcoming Roundtable Topics
President's Day
February 20 - President's Day
Celebrate our founding fathers with historic games, crafts and other activities. Admission is free on President's Day.
Civil War Roundtable - March
March 21 - Civil War Roundtable - March
Topic: Brother vs. Brother Genealogy presented by Ron Darrah. Join us in the Lilly Theater in the Conner Prairie Welcome Center at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Upcoming Roundtable Topics
Hearthside Suppers
Select Dates: Jan. 6-Mar. 25 - Hearthside Suppers
Experience an authentic, intimate 19th-century dinner - that you help prepare and serve - alongside your costumed hosts in the William Conner home. Reservations required: 317.776.6006. Event Dates & Details

Science of Football

In February the Science Lab is all about football. How do football players keep their balance and execute complicated plays in the pursuit of points for the scoreboard? Test your own skills and learn about the force and physics of every kick, swing and throw you make!