A Merry Prairie Holiday

Our Mission is to leverage this unique historic place that inspires curiosity and fosters learning for everyone.

Our vision is to expand the boundaries of our historical and natural resources by exploring, celebrating, and improving the human experience. Through a heart for the past, a head for the present, and an eye to the future, our doors are always open to a diversity of voices and limitless experiences.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR MISSION AT WORK

Family riding 1859 Balloon Voyage

Explore New Possibilities

Plan Your Visit

Schedule a Field Trip

Explore Winter

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Be a part of the transformation

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Help build a vibrant future with the Prairie Pathways Campaign. We envision a future in which we reimagine how the world views and uses museums as we inspire curiosity and foster learning. Learn about how you can make an impact on your community today.

Learn more about the impact of this campaign with plans to transform the Welcome Center into a true Museum Experience Center.

Programs & Events

FEATURED BLOG POST

‘Possum Toddy and the History of the Persimmon

October 25, 2023

A Vestige from my Childhood When I was young, my family would load up in the station wagon to visit my grandma and grandpa in Wheatland, Indiana. Wheatland was a…

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FEATURED BLOG POST

‘Possum Toddy and the History of the Persimmon

October 25, 2023

A Vestige from my Childhood When I was young, my family would load up in the station wagon to visit my grandma and grandpa in Wheatland, Indiana. Wheatland was a…

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UPCOMING EVENTS

A Merry Prairie Holiday
December 1 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Breakfast with Santa
December 2 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Blacksmithing: Fun in the Forge
December 2 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Blacksmithing: Fun in the Forge
December 2 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Breakfast with Santa
December 2 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
A Merry Prairie Holiday
December 2 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Breakfast with Santa
December 3 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am

Native American Heritage Month

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Through shared stories and unique programs, Conner Prairie provides learning experiences for every individual. This month, we explore the life, culture and experiences of Native Americans and how they have shaped Indiana’s history.

It is with gratitude to all people of Native American heritage that we celebrate this month.