Events and Programs

Explore the natural world through Lenape stories about nature and animals.Through this exploration, tell your own stories through activities inspired by Lenape culture and the natural world around you.  Please note: Animal Encounters is not open during Winter on the prairie

Join us for special programming highlighting the beauty of winter! Winter on the Prairie is a one-of-a-kind way to experience everything Conner Prairie has to offer. Grab your boots and mittens as you journey across acres of nature to explore. Discover the tranquility and beauty that can only be found after a fresh snow. Then,…

Join Conner Prairie staff on the Trails 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.   Learn more about Winter on the Prairie. Meet at…

Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. This four-session workshop gives you the time and space to practice all aspects of throwing and shaping pottery. Whether you are a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to develop skills at your own pace. Learn more about our historic classes. All materials and supplies are…

Shaker furniture is an American phenomenon, born from a unique set of religious ideals. Shaker craftspeople were ahead of their time in the nineteenth century, embodying humility and integrity while embracing technical creativity. The furniture they made and sold almost two centuries ago is still popular today and blends comfortably with a wide range of…

Learn about the marvels of woodworking in this introductory class that teaches you how to make a trinket box. Through the techniques and elements of the woodworking process, this project introduces you to working with hammers, nails, glue, a drilling saw, and guidance on how to use a hand plane. All tools and materials are…

Join us for special programming highlighting the beauty of winter! Winter on the Prairie is a one-of-a-kind way to experience everything Conner Prairie has to offer. Grab your boots and mittens as you journey across acres of nature to explore. Discover the tranquility and beauty that can only be found after a fresh snow. Then,…

Make connections to the natural world through nature journaling.  Take time to observe by looking, listening, feeling, and noticing the gifts of nature present at Conner Prairie.  Share observations in community journals or create your own journal to take home with you.   Learn more about Winter on the Prairie.

Conner Prairie is home to recognizable buildings and structures. Find inspiration in this unique, historic place to create structures using blocks and loose parts.   Learn more about Winter on the Prairie.

Take a journey through time as you experience history of the architecture that defines Conner Prairie. Join your guide and a resident of prairietown to examine various architectural styles and designs and see how the buildings of the past have an influence today. Learn more about Winter on the Prairie.

Learn about the marvels of woodworking in this introductory class that teaches you how to make a trinket box. Through the techniques and elements of the woodworking process, this project introduces you to working with hammers, nails, glue, a drilling saw, and guidance on how to use a hand plane. All tools and materials are…

Meet some of the rare breed animals who call Conner Prairie home. Explore the ways our animals thrive when the weather gets cold, and visit with our agriculture staff to learn about the care these heritage animals need all year long! Our featured animals and interactions are dependent on the weather. Learn more about Winter on the Prairie.…

Join us at Flix Brewhouse in Carmel on February 27 for a special public screening of The Village on the Prairie: 50 Years of Prairietown! Celebrate the rich history and impact of Conner Prairie’s beloved Prairietown with this inspiring hour-long documentary. With your ticket, enjoy dinner, a drink ticket, and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages as part of the experience.…

Join us for special programming highlighting the beauty of winter! Winter on the Prairie is a one-of-a-kind way to experience everything Conner Prairie has to offer. Grab your boots and mittens as you journey across acres of nature to explore. Discover the tranquility and beauty that can only be found after a fresh snow. Then,…

Explore the natural world through Lenape stories about nature and animals.Through this exploration, tell your own stories through activities inspired by Lenape culture and the natural world around you.  Please note: Animal Encounters is not open during Winter on the prairie

Creating wearable art is a unique and personal metalworking experience. We provide the tools and techniques for you to make a copper bracelet. You will begin with soft copper. Using hammers, you will flatten, texture, and shape metal into a beautiful, custom piece for yourself or someone special. Learn more about our historic classes. This…

Join Conner Prairie staff on the Trails 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.   Learn more about Winter on the Prairie. Meet at…

Creating wearable art is a unique and personal metalworking experience. We provide the tools and techniques for you to make a copper bracelet. You will begin with soft copper. Using hammers, you will flatten, texture, and shape metal into a beautiful, custom piece for yourself or someone special. Learn more about our historic classes. This…

Meet some of the rare breed animals who call Conner Prairie home. Explore the ways our animals thrive when the weather gets cold, and visit with our agriculture staff to learn about the care these heritage animals need all year long! Our featured animals and interactions are dependent on the weather. Learn more about Winter on the Prairie.…

Make connections to the natural world through nature journaling.  Take time to observe by looking, listening, feeling, and noticing the gifts of nature present at Conner Prairie.  Share observations in community journals or create your own journal to take home with you.   Learn more about Winter on the Prairie.

Conner Prairie is home to recognizable buildings and structures. Find inspiration in this unique, historic place to create structures using blocks and loose parts.   Learn more about Winter on the Prairie.

Join us for special programming highlighting the beauty of winter! Winter on the Prairie is a one-of-a-kind way to experience everything Conner Prairie has to offer. Grab your boots and mittens as you journey across acres of nature to explore. Discover the tranquility and beauty that can only be found after a fresh snow. Then,…

Meet some of the rare breed animals who call Conner Prairie home. Explore the ways our animals thrive when the weather gets cold, and visit with our agriculture staff to learn about the care these heritage animals need all year long! Our featured animals and interactions are dependent on the weather. Learn more about Winter on the Prairie.…