Habitats provide homes for all living things, from the tiniest ant to the tallest tree. The exhibition Habitat explores the critical need for varied habitats, how interconnected and fragile they are, and what we can do to protect them. The experience showcases the unique habitats throughout the gardens and landscapes of Conner Prairie.
Habitat was developed by Smithsonian Gardens and is made available by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service.
Habitats provide homes for all living things, from the tiniest ant to the tallest tree. The exhibition Habitat explores the critical need for varied habitats, how interconnected and fragile they are, and what we can do to protect them. The experience showcases the unique habitats throughout the gardens and landscapes of Conner Prairie.
Habitat was developed by Smithsonian Gardens and is made available by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service.
Discover Habitat's Locations:
H1
HomesHomes
H2
bug B&BBug B&B
H3
key to the ForestKey to the Forest
H4
Life UndergroundLife Underground
H5
BiomesBiomes
H6
NestsNests
H7
habitat of flightHabitat of Flight
H8
Dead Wood is LifeDeadwood is Life
H9
Sign of the DragonflySign of the Dragonfly
Sign of the Dragonfly showcases dragonflies as an indicator species which biologists and conservation managers can use to judge the health of an environment. Indicator species demonstrate the interconnectivity of species within habitats. Learn more about the artist Lisa Elliott.
H10
Meadows & MonarchsMeadows & Monarchs
H11
Foundations of the seaFoundations of the Sea
H1
HomesHomes
H7
Habitat of FlightHabitat of Flight
H10
Meadows and MonarchsMeadows & Monarchs
Meadows & Monarchs presents examples of how native plants can support biodiversity. Protecting and cultivating local native plants are essential to maintaining habitats.
H4
Life undergroundLife Underground
H6
NestsNests
H8
Deadwood is LifeDeadwood is Life
H3
Key to the ForestKey to the Forest
H11
Foundations of the SeaFoundations of the Sea
H5
BiomesBiomes
H2
Bug B&BBug B&B
H9
Sign of the DragonflySign of the Dragonfly
Sign of the Dragonfly showcases dragonflies as an indicator species which biologists and conservation managers can use to judge the health of an environment. Indicator species demonstrate the interconnectivity of species within habitats. Learn more about the artist Lisa Elliott.
FAQ
About the Artist
Scott Shoemaker artist of Habitat of Flight:
I love to paint, I love animals and I work for the zoo. I have been painting in acrylics for over 40 years. I also enjoy pen and ink, watercolor and colored pencils. My focus for many years has been on wildlife. Working at the zoo has afforded me many wonderful subjects in recent years. Some of my favorite subjects are cheetahs, tigers and red pandas. I enjoy camping, biking, bird watching and a good mystery. I am currently working on a children's book about a mighty tiny piney (red squirrel) that entertains us out of our kitchen window.
Boxx artist of Bug B&B:
Boxx the artist synthesizes interactive art through paintings, digital art, and installations. She is an Indianapolis based full-time visual artist practicing for approximately 5 years professionally, from Gary, Indiana.
Boxx's visual artwork uses acrylic, digital, mixed mediums, and public installations to capture different elements of life from the African diaspora promoting health, wealth, wellness, and celebrating Blackness.
Learn More about the artist.
Lisa Elliott artist of Sign of the Dragonfly:
Lisa Elliott is a Hoosier who is familiar with Indiana’s natural landscapes. Having grown up as an urban dweller, she enjoyed weekend adventures to Indiana State Parks, where her love of the outdoors grew tremendously. Her formal education encompassed studies in economics, finance, French, and education. Yet throughout her life, Lisa has always been fascinated by images and how the world is represented through the eyes of others. Over time, she was attracted to creating land art to draw attention to the beauty in natural and urban settings.
CONNER PRAIRIE IS ANNOUNCING Habitat. LEARN MORE THROUGH OUR PRESS RELEASES AND BLOGS
Habitat provides nature experience in a new way
One of the coolest things about working at Conner Prairie is being able to experience and enjoy nature daily. I love both stopping to look at the tiniest wildflowers and…
Read MoreThe impact of our new Smithsonian-affiliated exhibits
A Q+A with Dr. Richard Kurin Dr. Richard Kurin, Smithsonian Distinguished Scholar and Ambassador-at-Large, focuses on strategic direction, institutional partnerships, public representation, philanthropic support and special initiatives at the Smithsonian.…
Read MoreConner Prairie Announces New Outdoor Exhibit Habitat to Encourage Exploration and Discovery
The new exhibit is a part of a collaboration with Smithsonian Gardens and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service FISHERS, Ind. (July 9, 2022) – Indiana living history museum, Conner…
Read More