Events and Programs
Calendar of Events
S Sun
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
5 events,
Knifesmithing
Knifesmithing
Under the guidance of Nathan Allen, you'll learn about the history and creation of a traditional hand-forged knife. Topics include proper steel selection, use of a coal forge and anvil, filing, and finishing a handle. You can expect to complete at least one knife during class. Some tools required. Ages 16+. This is a 3-day…
Leatherworking
Leatherworking
Join Ken Scott as he teaches you his unique style of making hunting bags and pouches. Through pattern development, cutting, stitching, finishing, and basic leatherworking techniques, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind hunting pouch. You’ll also learn Ken’s unique antiquing methods. Ages 14+ (ages 14/15 must register with an adult). View our other classes! Make sure you…
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
Trails at Conner Prairie: Time with Trees
Trails at Conner Prairie: Time with Trees
On October 5, join Conner Prairie staff for a stroll along the R.B. Annis Vista Trail. This tree stroll will focus on identification, history, science, and invitations to connect with trees through your senses. This program is free with general admission. Times: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Meet at the…
Trails at Conner Prairie: Time with Trees
Trails at Conner Prairie: Time with Trees
On October 5, join Conner Prairie staff for a stroll along the R.B. Annis Vista Trail. This tree stroll will focus on identification, history, science, and invitations to connect with trees through your senses. This program is free with general admission. Times: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Meet at the…
3 events,
Leatherworking
Leatherworking
Join Ken Scott as he teaches you his unique style of making hunting bags and pouches. Through pattern development, cutting, stitching, finishing, and basic leatherworking techniques, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind hunting pouch. You’ll also learn Ken’s unique antiquing methods. Ages 14+ (ages 14/15 must register with an adult). View our other classes! Make sure you…
Knifesmithing
Knifesmithing
Under the guidance of Nathan Allen, you'll learn about the history and creation of a traditional hand-forged knife. Topics include proper steel selection, use of a coal forge and anvil, filing, and finishing a handle. You can expect to complete at least one knife during class. Some tools required. Ages 16+. This is a 3-day…
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
2 events,
Leatherworking
Leatherworking
Join Ken Scott as he teaches you his unique style of making hunting bags and pouches. Through pattern development, cutting, stitching, finishing, and basic leatherworking techniques, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind hunting pouch. You’ll also learn Ken’s unique antiquing methods. Ages 14+ (ages 14/15 must register with an adult). View our other classes! Make sure you…
Knifesmithing
Knifesmithing
Under the guidance of Nathan Allen, you'll learn about the history and creation of a traditional hand-forged knife. Topics include proper steel selection, use of a coal forge and anvil, filing, and finishing a handle. You can expect to complete at least one knife during class. Some tools required. Ages 16+. This is a 3-day…
1 event,
Reviving a Forgotten Freetown
Reviving a Forgotten Freetown
Founded officially in 1872, Norwood is a Reconstruction Era settlement outside the boundaries of Indianapolis. Norwood’s founders were African American veterans from Kentucky because of their service beside the Indiana 28th Regiment during the last years of the Civil War. Norwood and its partner community Barrington sat as stable, independent Freetowns until they were annexed…
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
2 events,
Make Your Own Spice Blend
Make Your Own Spice Blend
Create your own Spice Blend using spices inspired by Conner Prairie's new Promised Land as Proving Ground exhibit. Each spice blend bag includes several "Kitchen Conversations" questions to invite dialogue about your story and your place in history. This program is free with general admission. Location: Next to Promised Land as Proving Ground Reclamation Building
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
1 event,
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
2 events,
Cooking at the Hearth
Cooking at the Hearth
Embark on a journey of culinary discovery at The William Conner House. Let the alluring smell of the wood smoke warm your heart on a brisk fall day as you fill your mind and stomach with recipes from the past. Cooking expert Sarah Withrow will share her vast knowledge of historical foodways while helping you prepare…
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
2 events,
Big Sit Birding Event
Big Sit Birding Event
Join Indiana Audubon at Conner Prairie for a Big Sit as part of Birdability Week 2024. This free outing is open to everyone including beginner birders and families with small children. Join a guided bird outing along the paved Prairie Trail, or view birds along the trail from benches. The trail is a paved surface…
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Closing Early for Headless Horseman Festival
Join us for 16 nights of spooktacular thrills at the Headless Horseman Festival. Dare to explore our 11-acre Trail of Terror, family-fun entertainment, live performances and delicious themed food and drinks including sweet treats from the Apple Store.
2 events,
Grounds closed for daytime experience
On October 28, we close the grounds to the general public and begin turning Conner Prairie into a winter wonderland for our holiday festival, A Merry Prairie Holiday, presented by Everwise Credit Union. Join us for for our Member Appreciation events throughout November. Not a member yet and want to be part of the fun?…
Wheel Thrown Pottery
Wheel Thrown Pottery
Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. Students will be able to practice all processes involved in throwing and shaping pottery. Whether a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to progress at your own rate and develop your skills. All materials and supplies are provided. We ask that you bring a towel to…
2 events,
Wheel Thrown Pottery
Wheel Thrown Pottery
Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. Students will be able to practice all processes involved in throwing and shaping pottery. Whether a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to progress at your own rate and develop your skills. All materials and supplies are provided. We ask that you bring a towel to…
4 events,
Member Event: Treasures on the Trails
Member Event: Treasures on the Trails
Join us for Treasures on the Trails, a Halloween-inspired experience in nature for our members. Children ages 12 and younger can engage in fun activities, celebrate the holiday in a safe environment and show off their Halloween costume if they wish. There are three time slots to choose from: 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.…
Member Event: Treasures on the Trails
Member Event: Treasures on the Trails
Join us for Treasures on the Trails, a Halloween-inspired experience in nature for our members. Children ages 12 and younger can engage in fun activities, celebrate the holiday in a safe environment and show off their Halloween costume if they wish. There are three time slots to choose from: 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.…
Member Event: Treasures on the Trails
Member Event: Treasures on the Trails
Join us for Treasures on the Trails, a Halloween-inspired experience in nature for our members. Children ages 12 and younger can engage in fun activities, celebrate the holiday in a safe environment and show off their Halloween costume if they wish. There are three time slots to choose from: 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.…
2 events,
Holiday Heritage Market
Holiday Heritage Market
Our market offers historic and handmade goods including custom pottery, textiles, meat products from our heritage breeds animals and the latest Prairie Provision products, developed by our Agriculture department. Get behind-the-scenes look at our classes and workshops to see demonstrations of how these products are made and information on how you can sign up for…