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Since it was first established in 1925, The Children's Museum of Indianapolis has expanded to become one of the top-ranked, most-respected children’s museums in the nation, providing one-of-a-kind experiences that range from our immersive Dinosphere© to the exquisite, five-story Fireworks of Glass sculpture by renowned artist Dale Chihuly. A pioneer in both the education and museum worlds, offering engaging exhibits, and interpretive activities.

Conner Prairie is the Smithsonian Museum Institution’s only Indiana affiliate. As you explore five themed historic areas on 200 beautiful, wooded acres, you’ll discover more ways to experience the past then your family or group can pack into a day. Don’t worry if the weather is bad. Visit the Welcome Center and explore Discovery Station, Craft Corner or the Wagonmaker’s Shop, where children can play, learn and create all year long. Also check out the 1859 Ballon Voyage for a 350ft high thrill!

Constructed from limestone, sandstone and other indigenous materials, the Indiana State Museum building is an exhibit unto itself, its walls and grounds including artworks representing each of the state's 92 counties. Inside, the museum gives a hands-on, three-story overview of Indiana's history--from its prehistory, to its 1816 statehood, to the present day. In addition to permanent and changing exhibits, the museum houses a six-story IMAX movie screen and two restaurants.

Visit our museum and allow yourself to be transported into delightful magical miniature worlds. The museum’s collection contains over 600 miniatures including room boxes, houses, and exquisite individual items that have been created with painstaking attention to detail. Museum exhibits change each quarter.

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the world's largest spectator sporting facility. It plays host annually to four events in three major racing series: Grand Prix of Indianapolis, Indianapolis 500, Brickyard 400 and Red Bull Indianapolis GP. The Indianapolis 500 and Brickyard 400 take place on the 2.5-mile oval, while the Grand Prix of Indianapolis and Red Bull Indianapolis GP are contested on different configurations of the IMS road course. Also featuring the Hall of Fame Museum.