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Home Educators Family Outreach Nights

Family Nights

A night of exploration for the whole family

Museum staff will travel to your school and provide endless learning opportunities on topics from dinosaurs to space and beyond! Family Nights are available once a week during the school year to schools serving children and families in grades K–5 within 40 miles of the museum.

Event Cost

Includes a Children’s Museum experience from 5:30-7 p.m. (or 6-7:30 p.m.) at your school or community organization. Museum educators will set up all activities, train the volunteers, and manage a welcome table. The museum provides 7 hands-on activities and all activity supplies and signs.

Number of Attendees 2025-2026 Fees
Up to 150 $600
Up to 275 $725
Up to 400 $850
Mileage $25 for locations outside of Marion County
Additional attendees $1.50/per person

Family Night FAQ

We’re happy to help! If you cannot find the information you want, please contact us at FamilyNight@childrensmuseum.org or 317-334-3302.

What do you need to provide?
  • a large gymnasium or similar open space
  • 15-17 6-foot tables
  • 2 trash cans
  • 10 to 15 volunteers
If you are unable to provide the required amount of volunteers, the number of activities may have to be reduced.
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