Our mission is to create extraordinary learning experiences across the arts, sciences, and humanities that have the power to transform the lives of children and families.

The Children's Museum supports hundreds of local nonprofit organizations annually by donating tickets to assist fundraisers. Check out these guidelines to see if your group qualifies.

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The Children's Museum Preschool has closed permanently.

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis was founded in 1925 through the stewardship and inspiration of Mary Stewart Carey (1859–1938), a citizen of Indianapolis. After visiting the Brooklyn Children’s Museum, Carey was determined to create a similar museum for Indianapolis. With the help of several civic-minded women and contributions from children in nearby neighborhoods, the museum sprang to life. Over the course of 95 years, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis has grown in size and stature to become the biggest and best children’s museum in the world.

Will You Nominate a Young Person Who is Changing the World?

On Friday, November 12th, 2021, the 17th Annual Power of Children Awards will recognize extraordinary young service leaders from around the country who are making significant contributions to their communities and the world through service initiatives they created.

I am heart-broken by the injustice and racism that permeates our nation, our state, and our community. As the leader of a museum dedicated to serving all children and families, I believe we have a responsibility to educate and inspire change. The staff of The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and I stand in solidarity with our Black colleagues, the Black community, and all like-minded people around the globe who deplore racism. Injustice leads to the violence that has brought grief to so many families.