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Indiana State Museum

Indiana State Museum

History Museum, Museum, and Art Gallery
Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis
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8.7/10
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    Andrew A.
    "Great exhibits and lovely displays plus the location is gorgeous."(3 Tips)
    robert r.
    "Loving the star wars displays"(2 Tips)
    Downtown Indy
    "Indiana State Museum is Indiana’s museum for science"(2 Tips)
    Barrett C.
    "Chicken Velvet soup is all you need to know."(2 Tips)
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  • Amanda F.
    Amanda FAugust 19, 2013
    Great museum, even without the special exhibits (didn't budget for the extra cost). If you're an ASTC member and are traveling the requisite distance, admission is free!
  • Downtown Indy
    Downtown IndyJuly 17, 2014
    The Indiana State Museum is Indiana’s museum for science, art, and culture, offering a place where you can celebrate, investigate, remember, learn, and take pride in Indiana’s story.
  • Dana P.heart icon on user image
    Dana ParkerFebruary 9, 2015
    Lovely museum, bright and well laid out. Their exhibits are always well laid out and informative. The gift shop has a lot of cool local stuff
  • Tim R.
    Tim RoutMarch 30, 2013
    Spend a little extra and get the annual membership, it gets you into museums around the country, free parking and free popcorn at the IMAX every time
  • Chuck S.heart icon on user image
    Chuck ShermanMarch 21, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Best view of the city, right outside their canal doors.
  • Kathi M.
    Kathi MooreJuly 29, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Ask at the ticket counter for a "monthly gallery search" packet. Find the hidden objects and your kids win a very cool prize at the end! (July's is a genuine mastodont bone!)
  • Hiedi E.heart icon on user image
    Hiedi EMay 13, 2016
    Find all the mastodons! The 200 years of statehood exhibit was extremely fascinating.
  • Erik R.heart icon on user image
    Erik RowleyNovember 21, 2016
    I spent a long time looking for these hidden earthworms and still have not found them!...did the opossum eat them?
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    WINDY WRSP @WhiteRiverStPrkApril 3, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Visit 2015 NCAA (RAIN/SHINE) FREE Event: http://bit.ly/NCAAmmmfWRSP2015EVENT (White River State Park Events Calendar) http://www.ncaa.com/marchmadness/musicfest/faq (NCAA FAQ) #EmbraceTheSpace
  • Elizabeth G.
    Elizabeth GriffithMarch 23, 2010
    When bringing kids, bring or ask for cardstock to use at check-in points and emboss through the museum. Scan entrance tickets at the computer stations and the next computer will remember you Read more
  • Cheapism
    CheapismJuly 11, 2011
    See the culture and history of Indiana with art, science and interactive exhibits. $7 for adults and $4 for kids. They have all kinds of events, activities and workshops for kids. Read more
  • Erik R.heart icon on user image
    Erik RowleyNovember 21, 2016
    On display is Abraham Lincoln's mighty hammer, only those who are worthy can wield this power.
  • Whitney S.
    Whitney StapletonFebruary 29, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    If you're from out of town, the information desk by the garage entrance has maps to the city and the volunteers can tell you all the best places to go.
  • New Radar
    New RadarOctober 8, 2011
    Great venue for wedding! Other times, check out the IMAX or just take a walk on the canal.
  • Andrew A.heart icon on user image
    Andrew AlamMarch 17, 2017
    Been here 100+ times
    Great exhibits and lovely displays plus the location is gorgeous.
  • Catrina S.
    Catrina SmytheJune 20, 2017
    Skip WWI exhibit. Went explicitly for Father's Day, it's only a few uniforms scattered about. Park system=tech issue. Chased down for $, had just paid (only 1 other family there-forgot already??)
  • Catherine I.heart icon on user image
    Catherine IbrahimAugust 16, 2016
    The IMAX theatre is mind blowing.
  • Kathi M.
    Kathi MooreJuly 27, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    At the Canal Cafe, the grill guy will cook you almost anything you ask for. And, if you don't see "chicken velvet soup", you can request it anyway. Read more
  • Kathi M.
    Kathi MooreJuly 27, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Be sure to check out the 92 County Walk around the outside of the museum. Sculptures and artwork to represent each county are so fun and interesting!
  • Melissa C.
    Melissa ContrerasApril 3, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The cafe really isn't bad, the food is decent and fair priced. You can sit outside on a nice day, overlooking the canal.
  • Drew D.heart icon on user image
    Drew DavisNovember 4, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Free public wifi, IMAX 70mm theater #onlyoneinIndiana
  • Barrett C.
    Barrett CalhoonDecember 7, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Chicken Velvet soup is all you need to know. If you don't, you've been warned.
  • Hank S.heart icon on user image
    Hank SchoemehlMarch 18, 2018
    Assume venue. Very nice staff
  • Dirty B.
    Dirty BirdAugust 10, 2014
    Had a function there and it was really nice
  • Jennifer A.
    Jennifer AmosJuly 1, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Not at all impressed with new cafe. While the food is delicious, it is no longer cost effective for a family. It will no longer be our go to place. :(
  • Robert C.heart icon on user image
    Robert ChenFebruary 3, 2017
    In- & out-museum very good.
  • Corey U.
    Corey UrickDecember 13, 2014
    My favorite Indiana museum.
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    SeanOctober 20, 2017
    True IMAX theatre
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    WendyMay 28, 2013
    It's great
  • robert r.
    robert risingerMay 25, 2013
    Loving the star wars displays
  • Kathi M.
    Kathi MooreMay 3, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    92 county walk around outside of museum is way cool; get a map from Guest Services to explain all. Read more
  • Bethany D.
    Bethany DenhamMay 19, 2013
    Star Wars Exhibit is coming soon starting May 25th!!!
  • Todd Y.
    Todd YoungJuly 29, 2013
    The Force is with this museum.
  • Sandi B.
    Sandi BrownJuly 16, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Perfect wedding guide bridal show
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