Josef Newgarden Helped Our Dinos Roar Into May
Josef Newgarden Helped Our Dinos Roar Into May
Our Alamosaurus family—Yvonne, Greg, and Diana—is geared up and ready to roar into May! Throughout the month, Yvonne (the mother Alamosaurus) is wearing a larger-than-life winner's wreath while standing next to a giant bottle of milk—the iconic Indy 500 victory celebration drink. To help us celebrate the arrival of the fastest month of the year, two-time winner (and defending champion) Josef Newgarden and INDYCAR and Indianapolis Motor Speedway President Doug Boles stopped by. Josef even signed the giant milk bottle for us.
Here are a few highlights from the unveiling.
Here are a few highlights from the unveiling.
Curious how we made this wreath and giant milk bottle? Check out this behind-the-scenes time-lapse video!
Of course, the fun didn't stop there! Josef visited our outdoor sports wonderland—the Riley Children's Health Sports Legends Experience®—with a local school group. He shared his book, Josef's BIG Dream. And then they took a few laps around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Pedal Car Racetrack Experience, our version of the world-famous Brickyard that includes a yard of bricks and Pagoda Control Tower.
Of course, the fun didn't stop there! Josef visited our outdoor sports wonderland—the Riley Children's Health Sports Legends Experience®—with a local school group. He shared his book, Josef's BIG Dream. And then they took a few laps around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Pedal Car Racetrack Experience, our version of the world-famous Brickyard that includes a yard of bricks and Pagoda Control Tower.
Here are some video highlights from the day.
Did you hear that? Because we sure did!
Here, let's repeat it, just in case you somehow missed it:
Here, let's repeat it, just in case you somehow missed it:
"We absolutely love coming to this museum."
Josef Newgarden
We love you, too, Josef. Thanks for hanging out with us again this year.
Best wishes as you pursue your third straight Indy 500 victory.
Best wishes as you pursue your third straight Indy 500 victory.
You Can Roar Into May at the Children’s Museum at The Children's Museum
Looking for fun things to do in Indianapolis this May? Look no further than The Children's Museum! We've pulled out all the (pit) stops to create a magical family-friendly Indy 500-themed experience!
Race a Pedal Car
Set a new track record as you race around our Oval Track all season long!- Close-toe shoes required
- Hand cycle wheelchair attachments and "my-sized" pedal car are available
- Open daily 10 a.m.~4:45 p.m. (weather-dependent)
Take a Photo
Throughout the month of May (and all year long), you'll find these racing-themed photo opportunities:- Celebrate keeping score in smiles in the Winner's Circle—near the Oval Track in the Riley Children's Health Sports Legends Experience®
- Marvel at the creativity of a race car entirely out of plastic bricks—inside The World of Sports exhibit on Level 1
- Climb aboard a real INDYCAR race car—inside the museum on Level 3
Explore History
In 1991, Willy T. Ribbs became the first Black driver to qualify for the Indianapolis 500, breaking a long-held color barrier. The race car that he drove in 1991 and again in 1993 is on display in The World of Sports on Level 1.
Take the A.J. Foyt Pit Stop Challenge
Did you know that A.J. Foyt probably would not have won the first of his four Indy 500 victories without the ingenuity of his pit crew?In this fun family challenge, you'll learn about the importance of the pit crew, test your reflexes and speed, and finish the challenge with an epic relay race! Check the Daily Activities web calendar for days and times.
Josef's BIG Dream by Josef Newgarden and Goodnight Racetrack by Ashley Newgarden, along with other racing-themed items, are available at The Children's Museum Store while supplies last.
What are you waiting for? We're roaring into May and are ready for you to join us for a whole day full of fun family-friendly things to do! Are you ready?
Start...your...pedals!
We'll see you at The Children's Museum this May.Become a Member
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