Haan Museum of Indiana Art

03/30/2026

What can one piece of art tell us about the Great Depression & its impact on Indiana agriculture?

Join tomorrow's Lunch-&-Learn to find out!

Don't forget to register for our next Lunch-&-Learn, taking place this Tuesday, March 31st, 11:30-1PM. The topic is Rooted in Art: The Hidden Stories, presented by our very own Executive Director & Chief Curator Kerrie Bellisario. In this presentation, Kerrie will spotlight Indiana’s agricultural history as it surfaces in The Haan’s current exhibition.

Seating is limited, so get your tickets while you can!

Registration is required & can be done through our website at thehaan.org or by contacting Kelly via email at [email protected] or phone at (765) 742-6449

03/19/2026

Join us at The Haan for our third annual STEAM at the Museum Summer Camp.

Are you ready to dive into a curious and creative mind-blowing week? Do you like to conduct experiments, be challenged by math problems, explore technology, and create art? Well, you will love STEAM at the Museum—a summer camp that immerses you in fun learning activities leading to designing and building an over-sized sculpture to display in the sculpture garden at The Haan Museum of Indiana Art.

Campers ranging from grades 4-8 will be divided into age-similar groups staffed by professional counselors and teachers. Every day begins with morning games followed by three focused activities utilizing math, science and technology. Campers break for lunch and free game time. They then report to their afternoon art studio sessions which will culminate in creating a large sculpture for temporary display at The Haan Museum of Indiana Art. Parents, guardians, friends and family will be invited to attend the end of camp art opening.

What activities can I expect? While specific activities may change, here are some highlights to anticipate:
- Yard games challenging kids’ engineering know-how
- Architecture tour with sketching and photo activities
- Utilizing simple machines & other technologies to design functional artwork
- Indiana art scavenger hunt in the museum

All activities foster an understanding and appreciation of how interconnected science, technology, engineering, art and math are. In fact, the highlight of each camper’s week is designing a large scale sculpture which requires planning, calculations and integrating technologies. The finished sculptures will be placed in The Haan’s sculpture garden to be enjoyed by visitors to the museum as well as campers’ families and friends. Campers then take their masterpieces home!

Register now at thehaan.org/event/steam-at-the-museum

03/19/2026

Thank you Indiana Arts Commission for awarding an America250 grant to the Haan! We are honored and really excited to get to work!

The Indiana Arts Commission announced today that the agency has awarded $60,000 in grants through the America250 grant program, supporting arts projects that celebrate American history and connect participants to that history in anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
The full list of grant recipients includes:
-Beachfront Dance School (Gary)
-City of Jeffersonville - Public Art Commission (Jeffersonville)
-Bloomington Early Music (Bloomington)
-Indianapolis Men's Chorus (Indianapolis)
-LaGrange County Tourism Foundation (Shipshewana)
-Naptown African American Theatre Collective (Indianapolis)
-Otwell Progress Committee (Otwell)
-Perceptions Yoga, Mindfulness & Art (North Vernon)
-Robert and Ellen Haan Museum of Indiana Art (Lafayette)
-Sheldon Swope Art Museum (Terre Haute)
-South Bend Venues Parks & Arts Foundation (South Bend)
-Youth Symphony Orchestras of East Central Indiana (Muncie)
The America250 grant program is a one-time program made possible through funding from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Indiana General Assembly. Learn more about each of the funded projects here: https://www.in.gov/arts/programs-and-services/funding/america250/

03/18/2026

Please join us in celebrating eARTh Day: AIR! This community Earth Day event explores the importance of air through science, art, music, and environmental discovery.

The event will take place Saturday, April 11, from 11AM to 3PM at the Haan Museum of Indiana Art (920 State Street, Lafayette, IN) and is free and open to the public.

This year’s theme, Air, highlights the invisible forces that shape life on Earth—from atmosphere and climate to breath, sound, and the movement of wildlife across landscapes.

The celebration is co-sponsored by the Haan Museum of Indiana Art, Purdue University’s HIFI Lab at the John Martinson Honors College, Silver House at JMHC, the Purdue Institute for a Sustainable Future, and the City of Lafayette.

Visitors will experience a lively afternoon of activities across the museum grounds and sculpture garden, including:
- Live music on the garden stage
- Hands-on science and art activities for children
- Interactive exhibits and research demonstrations
- Nature and sculpture garden tours
- Community games and sustainability displays
- A presentation of the region’s State of Sustainability report

Researchers from Purdue’s HIFI Lab will also share how scientists study the environment by observing patterns in the atmosphere, soundscapes, and biodiversity, helping communities better understand and protect natural systems.

Set within the museum’s historic mansion and outdoor sculpture garden, eARTh Day: AIR invites families, students, and community members to celebrate Earth Day through curiosity, creativity, and shared discovery.

For questions about the event, contact Kristen Bellisario at [email protected].

03/17/2026

Don't forget to register for our next Lunch-&-Learn, taking place Tuesday, March 31st, 11:30-1PM.

The topic is Rooted in Art: The Hidden Stories, presented by our very own Executive Director & Chief Curator Kerrie Bellisario. In this presentation, Kerrie will spotlight Indiana’s agricultural history as it surfaces in the Haan’s current exhibition.

Seating is limited, so get your tickets while you can!

03/17/2026

A very Happy Birthday to our lovely Executive Director, Kerrie Bellisario!
Thank you for all you do & here's to another year of grand accomplishments under your leadership! ♡

03/05/2026

A huge thank you to Jeff Love for coming out to our event and taking this photo! This is a true classic- Tetia Lee, CEO of The Arts Federation - TAF, Kerrie Bellisario, Executive Director of the Haan practically sitting on Ellie Haan’s lap, with Kitty Campbell, Executive Director of Leadership Lafayette. Great women working together to make a difference for greater Lafayette and Indiana.

03/03/2026

I am excited to share that The Haan Museum is currently accepting applications for a part-time development officer. This position plays a vital role in advancing the museum's fundraising efforts by coordinating donor relationships, special events, grant writing, and other development operations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the arts and skilled at building relationships that support our mission. If you feel you have the required knowledge and skills, enjoy the arts, and want to work with an amazing team, please send us your resume to [email protected].

You can view the full job description at: https://lnkd.in/gdCEAzBZ

03/03/2026

Greetings all! The Haan Museum of Indiana Art is hosting an elegant tea party and tour of our newest exhibition, "Rooted in Art: Indiana's Farms and Gardens from Pioneer Times to Today". Featuring a salon performance by classical flutist Kristen Bellisario, custom-blended teas by Te'Aqua, and traditional savory and sweet delights under the sparkling crystal chandelier in the Great Hall.

You can get your tickets at https://tinyurl.com/haanteaparty

We hope to see you there, darlings!

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03/03/2026

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03/02/2026

Join us in celebrating International Women's Day with an elegant afternoon tea & tour Sunday, March 8th, 2-4PM.
Grab your tickets while you still can at thehaan.org