Featuring the largest permanent sculpture of blown glass by renowned artist Dale Chihuly, this 43-foot-tall tower is made of more than 3,000 pieces of blown glass.
All Aboard! takes you back in the past to the "Age of Steam." The centerpiece is a 35-foot long, 55-ton steam engine designed by and named after Reuben Wells in 1868.
Fantasy, comedy, and teaching come together in plays designed for all. Actors use the power of familiar and surprising stories to entertain and engage audiences.
Special programs provide a new perspective on the stars in the museum’s 130-seat SpaceQuest® Planetarium featuring a DigiStar® sky projection system.
Immerse yourself in recreations of the tomb of Egyptian pharaoh Seti I, the burial site of China’s Terra Cotta Warriors, and the Caribbean shipwreck of Captain Kidd.
Be immersed in the sights, sounds, and smells of the Cretaceous Period, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. See one of the largest displays of real juvenile dinosaur fossils in this immersive, world-class environment.
Experience modern-day Egypt! “Touch down” in Cairo aboard EgyptAir, ride a tuk tuk, visit homes, and take part in the sebou, a baby welcoming ceremony.
Enjoy this unique new library space that hosts interactive story times and exciting family programs. The infoZone is a branch of the Indianapolis Marion County Public Library.
Through March 25—Back by popular demand! The world’s most popular doll is also everyone’s favorite fashionista, inspiring young designers and professionals alike to create the fashions of their dreams
Discover what made Anne Frank, RubyBridges, and Ryan White heroes of the 20th century and how children today can make a difference.
Activities encourage children to learn through play. Babyscape invites babies and toddlers to explore with their senses.
Designed to share life lessons through stories, eavesdrop on conversations at Sunday dinner or the local barbershop.
The Dow Science Center is dedicated to the natural and physical sciences. See a real freshwater pond, an interactive watershed table, rock climbing, and a construction site.
Discover the history and science behind plant biotechnology through hands-on demonstrations and activities.
Get up and get moving! Learn how to eat well, play every day, and make healthy choices. Learn important lessons for both children and parents about nutrition and active play.
This science program encourages families and school groups to work together to better understand scientific concepts.
Ride the Carousel, enjoy a mirror maze, a tree house, a walk-in, kaleidoscope, and a playhouse.
Jan. 28–May 6, 2012
In this exhibit, the wacky and adventurous character MR. POTATO HEAD® leads visitors on a series of interactive explorations undersea, in outer space, in the jungle, and on an archaeological dig.
