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June 2025

Basketball at The Children's Museum

As the world’s biggest and best children’s museum located in the heart of basketball country, hoops hysteria is woven into the fabric of our displays and experiences. Whether you’re a casual observer or a fan of dishing the rock and hitting the hardwood, be sure to check out these basketball-related opportunities found throughout the museum.
June 2025

Basketball at The Children's Museum

As the world’s biggest and best children’s museum located in the heart of basketball country, hoops hysteria is woven into the fabric of our displays and experiences. Whether you’re a casual observer or a fan of dishing the rock and hitting the hardwood, be sure to check out these basketball-related opportunities found throughout the museum.
June 2025

A Spark of Curiosity: How The Children's Museum Inspired an Engineering Career

For Ray Lathrop, The Children's Museum wasn't just a place—it was a launchpad for a lifetime of learning and discovery.
May 2025

The 2025 REX Talks

Find out about the 2025 REX Talks hosted by this year's Museum Apprentice Program (MAP) cohort.
May 2025

Are Dragons Real?

Ever wonder if dragons are real? Well, here's a secret—dragons ARE real! Sort of. Learn why.
May 2025

Thank You to Our Amazing Volunteers

Thank you to the more than 365 adult and volunteers who help the museum each year. You make magic possible.
April 2025

Josef Newgarden Helped Our Dinos Roar Into May

Defending two-time Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden helped highlight some of the fun things to do in Indianapolis this May.
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