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January 2021
Mission Aerospace
Public Admission: October 10–February 14, 2021 October 2–February 14 (Member Preview: October 2–9) Explore this interactive maze to learn about the history of flight, navigation, and NASA’s vision for the future! Experiment with thrust, lift, control surfaces and gyroscopes. Build rockets and paper airplanes, then test them for distance and air-dexterity. Launch your imagination and urge for learning at this out of this world exhibit!
Find out more »Karen’s Favorite Things
Located in our Center Building’s Heritage Gallery, will be a unique look at many of the wonderful and curious items from the Minnetrista Heritage Collection. The exhibit was curated by Karen Vincent, who will celebrate her retirement in 2021 after more than 3 decades of service across the institution.
Find out more »Bob Ross at Home – Artist, Teacher, Friend
Join us to view and enjoy many Bob Ross original paintings never before seen on public view. Bringing together paintings from private individuals, artwork from Minnetrista’s own museum collection, and photographs of Bob Ross, this exhibit will be a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss!
Find out more »Giants, Dragons, & Unicorns: The World of Mythic Creatures
The world is full of stories about brave heroes, magical events, and fantastic beings. Tales of mythic creatures have been with us for thousands of years, sometimes inspired by living animals or even fossils. Together, mythic creatures give shape to humankind’s greatest hopes and fears, and most passionate dreams. Minnetrista is thrilled to be hosting Giants, Dragons and Unicorns: The world of Mythic Creatures, an exhibit from the American Museum of Natural History. Dive to the depths with sea monsters,…
Find out more »February 2021
Tea & Talk at Minnetrista: History of the Rose Garden
Cost: $5; member discounts apply Registration deadline: February 9 Learn from Minnetrista’s very own Horticulture Manager, James Edwards, as he shares about the history of our beloved Rose Garden. In this virtual event you will learn about variety of roses in the Garden, what they symbolize, how the Rose Garden came to be, and its importance to Minnetrista.
Find out more »Orchids and Valentines at Rinard Orchid Greenhouse
With over 2,000 orchids, Ball State Univ. has the largest collegiate orchid collection in the USA. Follow and learn more here: http://bsu.edu/orchids . More info to come. Also visit Rinard Orchid Greenhouse - Ball State University Facebook page. Rinard Orchid Greenhouse 2500 W. University Ave. Ball State University Muncie, Indiana 47306 765-285-8839
Find out more »March 2021
Community Photographers Day at Rinard Orchid Greenhouse
Take advantage of the early morning light to photograph orchids and other tropical plants, large and small. Bring your cameras, tripod and an assortment of lenses and surround yourself with beautiful orchids and other tropical plants. The Rinard Orchid Greenhouse is located in Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus. The facility houses the largest collegiate collection of orchids in the USA in a lush tropical setting. There is always something in bloom throughout the year. Access from University…
Find out more »Wheeler Orchid Collection Anniversary Celebration – 50 Years!
Sign up for this unique virtual program. Housed in educational and interpretive facility, the Wheeler-Thanhauser Orchid Collection and Species Bank, abbreviated as WOCSB, was originally donated to Ball State University in 1970 by W.O and Goldie Wheeler of Indianapolis. In 1987, over 400 orchids were donated by Al Thanhauser of Connecticut; and 1,000 plants were give by Dr. Charles Bracker of West Lafayette in 2008. In 2014, the WOCSB was moved from the original greenhouse to the new Dr. Joe…
Find out more »April 2021
National Orchid Day at the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse
Visit to see how many different types you can see! With over 2,000 orchids, Ball State Univ. has the largest collegiate orchid collection in the USA. Follow and learn more here: http://bsu.edu/orchids
Find out more »August 2021
Wedding Showcase at Cornerstone Center for Arts
This is the premiere show of the summer and is designed to streamline the wedding and event planning process. Attendees will have full access to all of Cornerstone’s rental facilities and will gain priceless knowledge and resources to help them in the wedding planning process. The area’s finest venues, caterers, florists, photographers, DJs, and more will be on hand to answer questions and book new clients. More info to come...
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