Events and Programs
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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…
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…
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…
2 events,
Member Appreciation: Adventure Awaits
Member Appreciation: Adventure Awaits
Thursday. November 7 – Sunday, November 10, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Play is an important process to the education philosophy at Conner Prairie where guests go beyond “doing” and experience “being.” Our opening week of Membership Appreciation events celebrate the joys of play. Express yourself through wonder and imagination whether it is indoors at…
2 events,
Member Appreciation: Adventure Awaits
Member Appreciation: Adventure Awaits
Thursday. November 7 – Sunday, November 10, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Play is an important process to the education philosophy at Conner Prairie where guests go beyond “doing” and experience “being.” Our opening week of Membership Appreciation events celebrate the joys of play. Express yourself through wonder and imagination whether it is indoors at…
2 events,
Member Appreciation: Adventure Awaits
Member Appreciation: Adventure Awaits
Thursday. November 7 – Sunday, November 10, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Play is an important process to the education philosophy at Conner Prairie where guests go beyond “doing” and experience “being.” Our opening week of Membership Appreciation events celebrate the joys of play. Express yourself through wonder and imagination whether it is indoors at…
2 events,
Member Appreciation: Adventure Awaits
Member Appreciation: Adventure Awaits
Thursday. November 7 – Sunday, November 10, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Play is an important process to the education philosophy at Conner Prairie where guests go beyond “doing” and experience “being.” Our opening week of Membership Appreciation events celebrate the joys of play. Express yourself through wonder and imagination whether it is indoors at…
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…
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…
3 events,
Member Appreciation: Guided Walks of Promised Land As Proving Ground
Member Appreciation: Guided Walks of Promised Land As Proving Ground
Thursday. November 14 – Sunday, November 17, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. in Promised Land as Proving Ground Join us for a guided walk with Conner Prairie staff through Prairietown and experience the Promised Land As Proving Ground exhibit before the full opening in 2025. This walk will include time to pause, reflect, notice, and wonder as you learn about the history of African American culture through food, faith, family, and fellowship. Reserve Your…
Member Appreciation: Cultural Diversity Drum Circle
Member Appreciation: Cultural Diversity Drum Circle
Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. – Noon at the Kiln shed Join Cultural Diversity Drum Circle and explore the rhythms of different cultures, how they bring people together, and how music improves wellbeing to uplift and celebrate the human experience. Reserve Your Free Ticket
3 events,
Member Appreciation: Guided Walks of Promised Land As Proving Ground
Member Appreciation: Guided Walks of Promised Land As Proving Ground
Thursday. November 14 – Sunday, November 17, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. in Promised Land as Proving Ground Join us for a guided walk with Conner Prairie staff through Prairietown and experience the Promised Land As Proving Ground exhibit before the full opening in 2025. This walk will include time to pause, reflect, notice, and wonder as you learn about the history of African American culture through food, faith, family, and fellowship. Reserve Your…
Member Appreciation: Cultural Diversity Drum Circle
Member Appreciation: Cultural Diversity Drum Circle
Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. – Noon at the Kiln shed Join Cultural Diversity Drum Circle and explore the rhythms of different cultures, how they bring people together, and how music improves wellbeing to uplift and celebrate the human experience. Reserve Your Free Ticket
4 events,
Fun in the Forge
Fun in the Forge
At Fun in the Forge, you will have the opportunity to be a blacksmith for a day. Create simple projects such as hooks, 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…
Member Appreciation: Guided Walks of Promised Land As Proving Ground
Member Appreciation: Guided Walks of Promised Land As Proving Ground
Thursday. November 14 – Sunday, November 17, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. in Promised Land as Proving Ground Join us for a guided walk with Conner Prairie staff through Prairietown and experience the Promised Land As Proving Ground exhibit before the full opening in 2025. This walk will include time to pause, reflect, notice, and wonder as you learn about the history of African American culture through food, faith, family, and fellowship. Reserve Your…
Member Appreciation: Create Your Own Spice Blend
Member Appreciation: Create Your Own Spice Blend
Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. – Noon at the Kiln shed Foodways is an important element to the Promised Land As Proving Ground experience. Here you will get the opportunity to explore and create your own spice blend using spices inspired by the exhibit. Each spice blend bag includes several “Kitchen Conversations” questions to invite dialogue about your story and your place in history. Reserve Your Free Ticket
3 events,
Member Appreciation: Guided Walks of Promised Land As Proving Ground
Member Appreciation: Guided Walks of Promised Land As Proving Ground
Thursday. November 14 – Sunday, November 17, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. in Promised Land as Proving Ground Join us for a guided walk with Conner Prairie staff through Prairietown and experience the Promised Land As Proving Ground exhibit before the full opening in 2025. This walk will include time to pause, reflect, notice, and wonder as you learn about the history of African American culture through food, faith, family, and fellowship. Reserve Your…
Member Appreciation: Create Your Own Spice Blend
Member Appreciation: Create Your Own Spice Blend
Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. – Noon at the Kiln shed Foodways is an important element to the Promised Land As Proving Ground experience. Here you will get the opportunity to explore and create your own spice blend using spices inspired by the exhibit. Each spice blend bag includes several “Kitchen Conversations” questions to invite dialogue about your story and your place in history. Reserve Your Free Ticket
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…
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…
2 events,
Member Appreciation: Trails for Kids
Member Appreciation: Trails for Kids
Thursday. November 21, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Trails at Conner Prairie Join Conner Prairie staff at the Trails at Conner Prairie for a stroll along the R.B. Annis Vista Trail. During your walk, connect with nature in ways that feel right in your heart, body, and mind. Your guide will provide you with invitations to aid you in your nature exploration. This…
2 events,
Member Appreciation: Time with Trees
Member Appreciation: Time with Trees
Friday, November 22, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Trails at Conner Prairie 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. Reserve Your Free Ticket
2 events,
Member Appreciation: Introduction to Forest Therapy
Member Appreciation: Introduction to Forest Therapy
Saturday, November 23, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Trails at Conner Prairie Experience an introductory Forest Therapy session by a forest therapy guide. Forest Therapy is a guided walk that invites participants to slow down and experience natural spaces in new ways. Your guide will offer a range of invitations to support "bathing"…
2 events,
Member Appreciation: Stroller Strides
Member Appreciation: Stroller Strides
Sunday. November 24, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Trails at Conner Prairie Learn about Stroller Strides through an introduction to our self-guided program. Conner Prairie partnered with Fit4Mom North Indy to create this fitness program that caretakers can do with their young ones in strollers. Reserve Your Free Ticket
2 events,
A Merry Prairie Holiday
A Merry Prairie Holiday
Not a twinkle out of place! Join us for Central Indiana's most beloved holiday festival and make the season magical at A Merry Prairie Holiday. Across acres to explore, surround yourself amongst thousands of lights and capture that perfect moment. There is something for everyone to enjoy this year. Get updates about the festival by…
2 events,
A Merry Prairie Holiday
A Merry Prairie Holiday
Not a twinkle out of place! Join us for Central Indiana's most beloved holiday festival and make the season magical at A Merry Prairie Holiday. Across acres to explore, surround yourself amongst thousands of lights and capture that perfect moment. There is something for everyone to enjoy this year. Get updates about the festival by…