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Exhibits

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Fright Academy Haunted House

Tickets for The Children's Museum Guild's 62nd annual Haunted House, Fright Academy—the museum's largest annual fundraiser—will go on sale Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026.

Tiana's Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis and Walt Disney Imagineering are thrilled to bring the next chapter of Princess Tiana's story to life. Open through Jan. 3, 2027.

Riley Sports Experience

Keep score in smiles in our outdoor athletics wonderland—7.5 acres of sports for all ages and abilities. When the goal is fun, everybody wins!

Take Me There: Peru

¡Bienvenido al Perú! Pack your bags for your next remarkable journey with Take Me There Airways to a vibrant and diverse country—Peru!

Dinosphere

Enter the immersive world of dinosaurs, marvel at their size, and learn the real science behind this one-of-a-kind exhibit.

Carousel Wishes and Dreams

Step inside the ultimate toybox—the perfect place for the whole family to play together! Bring your imagination and a sense of adventure and get ready for a fun-filled ride in Carousel Wishes and Dreams.

Beyond Spaceship Earth

Blast off into the lives of astronauts and the awe-inspiring story of space exploration in Beyond Spaceship Earth.

Power of Children

Ignite a passion for changing the world around you. The Power of Children shares the powerful stories of four extraordinary children: Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges, Ryan White, and Malala Yousafzai.

Treasures of the Earth

Investigate amazing ancient mysteries from Egypt, China, and the Caribbean as you uncover the mystery of an Egyptian tomb, stand face to face with a warrior, and find treasures from the ocean.

Fireworks of Glass

Rising 43 feet through the museum core, Fireworks of Glass is one of largest permanent installations by renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. Completed in 2006, it comprises more than 3,200 handblown pieces of glass on the tower, with another 1,600 pieces on the “floating” glass ceiling.

American POP

In American POP, you'll learn how we shape pop culture and how it shapes us through activities and displays of fashion, comic books, toys, and more!

ScienceWorks

Explore the day-to-day work of real scientists and use science to ask questions and find answers!

Mini Masterpieces

Explore the world of miniatures, where tiny items can unlock creativity and imagination in a big way.

Playscape

Playscape® is a gallery for young children—infants through the preschool years—and their families to learn and play together. The exhibit is temporarily closed through Nov. 6, 2026 for gallery maintenance and updates. It will reopen Saturday, Nov. 7.

Lilly Theater

Fantasy, comedy, colorful costumes, and imaginative scenery come together in live theater for the entire family.
today at the museum
Open today 10 am–5 pm