LOCAL EVENTS MUSEUMS By Christia Woodford
Important Note: Prior to attending any events, please be mindful of any COVID-19 restrictions. Please review the state mask executive order. There are exemptions within the order, including that children under 2 years of age should not wear a face-covering due to risk of suffocation, and any person with a medical condition, mental health condition, or disability that precludes wearing a face covering is not required to do so. Since COVID-19 is still among us, there is a possibility that the events listed and places to go could be canceled, rescheduled, or closed. Please confirm event status and listed details in case event details have changed since posting. Note: Don’t forget to apply for the Access Pass! The Access Pass Program allows families that meet the specific requirements listed below to visit The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and all participating locations for $2 per family member per visit for up to two adults and all dependent youths living in the household. Qualifications include the following: • Hoosier Healthwise Insurance (Indiana’s health care program for low-income families, pregnant women, and children) • SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) • TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) Apply Here: https://www. childrensmuseum.org/ visit/hours/access-pass
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The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Scooby-Doo Mansion Mayhem Opening Day Celebration Jun 3, 2022 10 a.m. Sunburst Atrium The gang’s all here! Join us in finding clues and solving puzzles as we celebrate the opening of our newest exhibit. Be amazed by optical illusions and uncover the science behind them. Crack the code in secret messages using a cipher. Learn about forensic anthropology from real professionals. Various Events June 1 to June 30 Opens at 10 a.m. 3000 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46208 317-334-4000 https://www.childrensmuseum.org/visit/ calendar?date=01/08/2022 Conner Prairie-Indiana’s Living History Museum Various events through June. In 2022 the second Sunday of every month from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. will be sensory-friendly hours. Admission is free, and all of the grounds will be open. SPORTS Indiana Fever June 10, 15, 19 Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana May 27, 31 Indiana Farmers Coliseum https://www.wnba.com/schedule/
Indy Eleven No home games in June Carroll Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana https://www.ticketmaster.com/indy-eleven-vsnew-york-red-indianapolis-indiana-05-21-2022/ event/05005C3FBFB5483D Indianapolis Indians June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 Victory Field, Indianapolis, Indiana https://tickets-center.com/search/ Indianapolis-Indians-tickets/ FAMILY FUN 2022 Earth Day Indiana Festival June 4, 2022 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Garfield Park Conservatory and Gardens 2432 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46203 A free annual event designed to celebrate and educate on environmental topics such as recycling, conservation of natural resources, and sustainable living. For more than 30 years, we have welcomed families from Central Indiana and the Midwest to learn and be inspired to do their part for environmental responsibility. Over 120 exhibitors promote sustainability at our festival each year! The festival has over 110 exhibitors, live music, food trucks, beer garden, and a 5K run/walk. Kid’s activities include Nine13sports’ Kids Riding Bikes. This family-friendly event is FREE. Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live! June 7, 2022 6:30 p.m. Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University 4602 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208 “Won’t you ride along with me?” Daniel Tiger and all his friends from the beloved Emmy Award-winning PBS KIDS television series are hopping back aboard the Trolley. In this whimsical, family-friendly theatrical event, Daniel Tiger and his family and friends take audiences on an interactive and exciting adventure to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, sharing stories of friendship, helping others, and celebrating new
