Funeral occurs at 2 p.m. In the same way that joy and triumph bring communities together, grief and loss also create powerful moments of unity. This program takes place in Prairietown and invites guests to explore how different communities come together to honor and mourn the loss of their members...
Artists, writers, poets, and scientists find endless inspiration from natural spaces and time spent in nature. Explore nature poems and quotes that inspire you as we stroll the trails together. Audience: We welcome anyone who enjoys spending time in nature, finding inspiration, and sharing ideas. All...
Home is… Is home a place or a feeling? In this interactive workshop, students will use the five senses to write a poem that explores their notions of home. No prior experience writing or reading poetry is necessary. Dr. Michelle A. Banks is a cultural worker and...
“Behold the Land”: Black Ecopoetic Traditions explores Black artists and writers working at the intersection of ancestral and environmental memory. The program, which takes its title from W. E. B. Du Bois’s 1946 address “Behold the Land,” draws from images and words by Dawoud Bey, Lucille Clifton, J. Drew...
When two full moons happen in the same month, the second full moon is a Blue Moon, and Blue Moons only happen – well, every once in a Blue Moon! We invite you to our Blue Moon Market, featuring local artists with beautiful, handmade items...
Have you ever wanted to hear Abraham Lincoln deliver the Gettysburg Address? You can on Memorial Day! This is a family friendly event that is a great way to honor the fallen veterans of Hamilton County during our 250th year. You will also be able...
Connect with Conner Prairie’s animals and expert agriculture staff! During this drop-in program in Featherston Barn (aka the Big Red Barn), spend time with our chickens in an up-close, informal environment. Discover such chicken topics as life cycle, breeds, and behavior. Feel free to bring lots of...
Witness birds and connect with other nature enthusiasts with sunset as the backdrop. Start with a make-your-own trail mix snack bar and cash bar, while building community with fellow guests. Enjoy a guided stroll along the Trails at Conner Prairie and end the evening with a...
Join residents of Prairietown to discover some of the "grosser" sides of history! Learn about 19th-century medicines and medical practices. Are there things we do today that have their roots in these "gross" practices? This program is free with your admission to Homeschool Day....
Give your learners a full day to connect with history and nature through unlimited discovery. Homeschool Days at Conner Prairie are designed for families who want engaging, inspiring, and self-paced learning. Explore a deep sense of history through tree-lined pathways and discover nature in new ways...