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Indiana Waterways: The Art of Conservation
Oakhurst 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., Muncie, IN, United StatesOakhurst Home, Oakhurst Gallery The brainchild of five Hoosier artists, this traveling exhibit was born from their desire to use the COVID lockdown to capture the growing urgency of catastrophic environmental inattention. The Oakhurst Gallery is the perfect setting for
Nature Play Days at Minnetrista
Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN, United StatesFree community days Come have fun at Nature Play Days and explore all that nature has to offer at Minnetrista! Experience a variety of family-friendly activities, including outdoor games, planting herbs, and so much more. Bring your family and friends
Girlhood: It’s Complicated
Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN, United StatesExplore the diversity of girls' experiences and how girls have changed American history in this enlightening exhibit. Girls are made of strong stuff and they’ve been on the front lines of change throughout American history - don’t’ miss this groundbreaking
Junior Chefs Camp – SOLD OUT
Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN, United Statesune 5–9; 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Cost: $235; member discounts apply Registration deadline: June 1 Campers will learn how to create kid-friendly recipes, experiment with authentic kitchen appliances, and expand their culinary palates in this exciting summer camp. The fun will
Summer Camp at Muncie Children’s Museum
Muncie Children's Museum 515 S. High St., Muncie, IN, United StatesSummer Camp at the Muncie Children's Museum, June 5 - 9, 9am - Noon, $100 per child Bring your tennis shoes and get ready to move? Each day will include physical education, crafts, teamwork games, a snack and more! Must
Habitat Hike for Young Explorers
Dutro-Ernst Woods 1601 S Perdeiu Rd, Muncie, IN, United StatesGo wild at Dutro-Ernst Woods for Nature Play Days! Join Red-tail Land Conservancy on Thursday, June 8 anytime between 10am-12pm for a morning of self-guided outdoor exploration and discovery. As you walk the trail at your own pace, your family
SUBLIMATE AND STITCH
South Madison Street 2201 S Madison St, Muncie, IN, United StatesParticipants will create uniquely embellished photographs printed onto fabric. Use a photo of family, friends, nature, or your favorite subject, and learn how to sublimate print onto fabric. Then learn basic embroidery stitches and techniques to embellish and creatively adorn
Ball State PBS’s Be My Neighbor Day
Canan Commons Downtown Muncie 500 S. Walnut St., Muncie, IN, United StatesIt’s going to be a beautiful day in the neighborhood on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Canan Commons for BE MY NEIGHBOR DAY 2023!The free family event, set for 1 to 4 p.m., will include an appearance by none other
Girls in STEAM
Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN, United StatesJune 10; 1–4 p.m. Center Building Free community event This unique community event aims to encourage and empower girls by showing the extraordinary opportunities available in STEAM (science, tech, engineering, art, and mathematics). This event will highlight local organizations as
“One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure” Planetarium Show
Charles W. Brown Planetarium Cooper Science Building Riverside Avenue, Muncie, IN, United StatesThis event will repeat Saturdays: May 13, 20; June 10 at 3:30pm"One World, One Sky" is a brilliant program that follows Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a new friend
“Sky Skills” Planetarium Show
Charles W. Brown Planetarium Cooper Science Building Riverside Avenue, Muncie, IN, United StatesThis event will repeat Saturdays: May 13, 20; June 10 at 5:00pmStart or expand your journey as a star gazer during this live presentation. Learn how the sky changes with the seasons. Use sky charts to find your way around
“We Are Stars” Planetarium Show
Charles W. Brown Planetarium Cooper Science Building Riverside Avenue, Muncie, IN, United StatesSaturdays: May 13, 20; June 10 at 6:30pm— Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of
Culinary Skills Camp
Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN, United StatesJune 12–16; 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Cost: $235; member discounts apply Registration deadline: June 8 Grab your aprons budding chefs, the kitchen awaits in an upper-level summer camp at which campers will dish out fun, new recipes, learn how to master
ETHICAL TAXIDERMY: PAPER MACHE BEAR HEAD
Madjax 514 E Jackson St, Muncie, IN, United StatesCreate a paper mache sculpture of a bear’s head to hang on your wall. Using upcycled material easily found around the home, participants will learn skills in the craft of sculpture and paper mache.Instructor: Aimee MaychackDates: Mondays, June 12 &
Tea & Talk: Girlhood – It’s Complicated
Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN, United StatesCost$16; member discounts apply Join Jessica Jenkins, Minnetrista’s Vice President of Collections and Storytelling, to learn about Girlhood–It’s Complicated, the Smithsonian’s groundbreaking exhibition making its first national tour stop at Minnetrista! Attendees will get a behind-the-scenes view into bringing the
CONSERVATION CRAFTING: HONEYSUCKLE EARRINGS
Madjax 514 E Jackson St, Muncie, IN, United StatesLearn all about invasive species Asian Bush honeysuckle. This woody plant has hollow stems, making it great for bead making! Make your own earrings, using a mix of honeysuckle beads and glass and plastic beads.Instructors: Liz Yetter and Clair BurtDates:
Free Saturday at the Muncie Children’s Museum
Muncie Children's Museum 515 S. High St., Muncie, IN, United StatesVisit the Muncie Children’s Museum at no charge on the 3rd Saturday of each month thanks to our generous sponsors! Join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am-5pm for Free Saturday! All activities are free of charge!
Historic Cammack Station Charity Cruise-in
Cammack Station 9200 W. Jackson St., Muncie, IN, United StatesPlease come join us for Cammack Station Car Show, 2023 Summer Sundae Fun-days. All proceeds from all the cruise-ins will go to Toys for Tots in DelawareCounty at the end of the season. Bring your favorite dog on his/her favorite
THE TUBE LIFE: YOUR SUMMER OF CONTENT CREATION
Madjax 514 E Jackson St, Muncie, IN, United StatesJoin us for a four-day summer camp designed for middle school students who dream of becoming the next big YouTube sensation! Learn video editing, content creation, and internet safety from experienced instructors, all while having fun with fellow aspiring content
VLOG VENTURES: A FAMILY SUMMER CAMP FOR ASPIRING YOUTUBERS
Madjax 514 E Jackson St, Muncie, IN, United StatesOur four-day camp is designed for elementary aged students and their families to learn the ins and outs of creating YouTube content together. Led by professional teachers, you’ll learn about video production, internet awareness, and career exploration in media fields.Instructor: