Events and Programs
All about oxen
Featherston BarnCome learn all about oxen! Whether you’d like to train oxen of your own, or you just want to learn more about these impressive animals, this class is for you! Join Conner Prairie’s agriculture staff to learn about the history, selection, training, and care of these magnificent draft animals. Afterward, try your hand at driving…
Blacksmithing: Fun in the Forge
Trades StudioYou will have the opportunity to complete several simple projects such as barbeque skewers, a flint and steel firestarter (with instructions on how to use it), and a dinner bell. All tools and materials will be provided. Ages 13+ ( ages 16 and under must register with an adult). Learn more
Blacksmithing: Fun in the Forge
Trades StudioYou will have the opportunity to complete several simple projects such as barbeque skewers, a flint and steel firestarter (with instructions on how to use it), and a dinner bell. All tools and materials will be provided. Ages 13+ ( ages 16 and under must register with an adult). Learn more
Indoor Experiences Open
Welcome CenterThe Welcome Center will be open for all to experience! Our indoor areas are a place for the family to explore and create together. With Discovery Station and Spark!Lab guests will engage in various activities that provide a place for hands-on learning. Thursday through Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Purchase Tickets Discovery Station and…
Indoor Experiences Open
Welcome CenterThe Welcome Center will be open for all to experience! Our indoor areas are a place for the family to explore and create together. With Discovery Station and Spark!Lab guests will engage in various activities that provide a place for hands-on learning. Thursday through Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Purchase Tickets Discovery Station and…
Waterways film
Lilly TheaterJoin us for a special screening of Hoosier documentaries "The Net Makers" and "Hellbenders". The shorts explore improving water quality in the Blue River to supporting hellbender salamander habitats to the fading art of net making. The films explore issues of access and conservation as well as unique cultures that spring up around Indiana's waterways.…
Basic Blacksmithing
Blacksmith StudioDiscover the basis of blacksmithing. We'll be using traditional coal fired forges, hammer and anvil to make several simple projects that will teach the fundamentals of this ancient craft. Starting off with basic s hooks and wall hooks, the class will progress through projects such as a flint striker, cold chisel, fireplace poker, cooking fork…
Indoor Experiences Open
Welcome CenterThe Welcome Center will be open for all to experience! Our indoor areas are a place for the family to explore and create together. With Discovery Station and Spark!Lab guests will engage in various activities that provide a place for hands-on learning. Thursday through Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Purchase Tickets Discovery Station and…
Indoor Experiences Open
Welcome CenterThe Welcome Center will be open for all to experience! Our indoor areas are a place for the family to explore and create together. With Discovery Station and Spark!Lab guests will engage in various activities that provide a place for hands-on learning. Thursday through Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Purchase Tickets Discovery Station and…
Indoor Experiences Open
Welcome CenterThe Welcome Center will be open for all to experience! Our indoor areas are a place for the family to explore and create together. With Discovery Station and Spark!Lab guests will engage in various activities that provide a place for hands-on learning. Thursday through Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Purchase Tickets Discovery Station and…