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The Children's Museum of Indianapolis 5 Floors of fun!
7.5 Acres of outdoor sports! All ages welcome!
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With 472,900-square feet, more than 120,000 artifacts, and over 1 million visitors each year, we are the largest children’s museum in the world. Sign up for e-news to stay in the loop about upcoming exhibits, events, and discounts: http://bit.ly/enewsfb

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. The Children’s Museum is at the forefront of creating learning experiences with the power to transform the lives of children and families.

Good luck to the Indiana Pacers as they start their season tonight! We're all rooting for you! 💛💙
10/21/2026

Good luck to the Indiana Pacers as they start their season tonight! We're all rooting for you! 💛💙

UPDATE: Our website is now back up and running! Thank you for your patience.
10/21/2026

UPDATE: Our website is now back up and running! Thank you for your patience.

UPDATE: IT'S NOW BACK UP! Our website is temporarily down today for a necessary update. The museum is open Wednesday until 5 p.m., and Fright Academy Haunted House Friendly Hours run until 6:30 p.m. Need assistance? Our Customer Service Center is happy to help at 317-334-4000 or [email protected].

Thank you for your patience and understanding. We hope to see you soon!

UPDATE: IT'S NOW BACK UP! Our website is temporarily down today for a necessary update. The museum is open Wednesday unt...
10/21/2026

UPDATE: IT'S NOW BACK UP! Our website is temporarily down today for a necessary update. The museum is open Wednesday until 5 p.m., and Fright Academy Haunted House Friendly Hours run until 6:30 p.m. Need assistance? Our Customer Service Center is happy to help at 317-334-4000 or [email protected].

Thank you for your patience and understanding. We hope to see you soon!

One month from today on Nov. 21, Santa's BIG Snowball Fight will kick off the holiday season with the opening of WinterF...
10/21/2026

One month from today on Nov. 21, Santa's BIG Snowball Fight will kick off the holiday season with the opening of WinterFaire! Join us for some holiday cheer and snow much fun as we welcome Santa with a family-friendly snowball fight you won't want to miss! https://bit.ly/48h4R9U

We are hosting a teens' night out at the museum on Oct. 24! What does outdoor sports, pizza, games, and a haunted house ...
10/20/2026

We are hosting a teens' night out at the museum on Oct. 24! What does outdoor sports, pizza, games, and a haunted house all have in common? They're all at Twilight Fright! This event is best for kids ages 7–14 and an adult must accompany all youths. Get your tickets today: https://bit.ly/3JwAmm2

Presented by Indianapolis Colts & Papa Johns Pizza

We are proud to offer an entirely ADA compliant vortex tunnel in our haunted house! Thanks to BraunAbility and The Child...
10/20/2026

We are proud to offer an entirely ADA compliant vortex tunnel in our haunted house! Thanks to BraunAbility and The Children’s Museum Guild, wheelchair users and parents with strollers can fully enjoy the tunnel experience with ease!

Get tickets to Fright Academy Haunted House to experience it in person: https://bit.ly/3HIwy0x

Dining Disaster in the Fright Academy Haunted House."The banquet walls beneath the light.Where every feast feels quite.....
10/19/2026

Dining Disaster in the Fright Academy Haunted House.
"The banquet walls beneath the light.
Where every feast feels quite...not right.
Pull up a chair if you are brave-
Just don't ask what the witches crave."
Get your haunted house tickets now: https://bit.ly/4kS9F9a

All Aboard! has been reimagined with new ways to explore, play and discover. 🚂 And don’t worry, some familiar favorites ...
10/19/2026

All Aboard! has been reimagined with new ways to explore, play and discover. 🚂 And don’t worry, some familiar favorites are still here, including the Reuben Wells, Madison Hill diorama and Tool Car. Come see the new All Aboard! and rediscover some old favorites, too.

Launch a Candy Corn ~Catapult~ A fun STEM project to celebrate the Halloween season. You'll need:🔅10 tongue depressors o...
10/19/2026

Launch a Candy Corn ~Catapult~ A fun STEM project to celebrate the Halloween season. You'll need:
🔅10 tongue depressors or wide popsicle sticks
🔅4 rubber bands
🔅1 water or soda bottle cap
🔅Tape or hot glue
🔅Candy corn (candy pumpkins can work, too)

Reminder, the museum and our haunted house are CLOSED on Mondays until the Spring. The Fright Academy Haunted House is o...
10/18/2026

Reminder, the museum and our haunted house are CLOSED on Mondays until the Spring. The Fright Academy Haunted House is open otherwise until Oct. 31! https://bit.ly/3C3QYch

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3000 N Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN
46208

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+13173343322

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