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Mindbender Mansion

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

Center Building, Gallery 1 Adults and children will be dazzled by the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic exhibit full of puzzles, brainteasers, and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem-solving skills of even the

Minnetrista’s 33rd Annual Juried Art Show

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

The Minnetrista Juried Art Show is going digital! An Invitation to All Indiana Artists Join us in celebrating Hoosier creativity by entering the 33rd Annual Minnetrista Juried Art Show & Sale. Entries will be accepted online from August 1 to

Horticulture Volunteer Days – March

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

March 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30; 8–11 a.m. Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden

Glass Egg Easter Hunt

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

April 1; 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Cost: $20/egg Things are getting egg-citing at Minnetrista, and you’re invited to a Glass Easter Egg Hunt in Oakhurst Gardens. Grab your family and get ready to search the garden for your own piece of

Horticulture Volunteer Days – April

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

April 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27; 8–11 a.m. Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden

Family Workshop: Faerie Building Design

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

Free community event Registration deadline: March 23 Join Minnetrista and Ball State University’s College of Architecture and Planning for this unique design workshop. Kids will learn more about designing through hands-on experience by creating their own faerie buildings. This is

Tea & Talk: Ball Jars & Cardinals

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

Cost: $16; member discounts apply Play is the first way we learn; it continues to be the best way throughout our lives. Join George Buss, Former VP of Visitor Experience at Minnetrista, and Paul Gestwicki from Ball State University as

Betty’s Cabin Activity: Spring Watercolors

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

Free community event April showers bring May flowers! Use watercolor paints to create your own spring scenes in Betty’s Cabin as we celebrate color returning to our gardens!

Glass Workshop: Fused Glass Jewelry

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

April 20; 6–8 p.m. Cost: $45; member discounts apply Registration deadline: April 13 Create beautiful pendants and earrings to wear and cherish. This workshop will delve into the method of fused glasswork, using tiny glass pieces to create a beautifully

Murder Mystery Dinner: Murder Most Mechanized

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

Cost: $40; member discounts apply UNLQ TH3 PU22L3 – 50LV TH3 MRD3R A murdered genius, a Society compromised, an android gone haywire. Your puzzle-solving skills are needed at Mindbender Mansion. Join Detective Conrad Crain for an evening of hors d'oeuvres,

Bob Ross Painting Workshop – April

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

Cost: $70; member discounts apply Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just

Horticulture Volunteer Days

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

May 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30; 8–11 a.m. Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of

Tea & Talk: Beneath the Soil

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

Cost: $16; member discounts apply This Tea & Talk is the perfect opportunity for those looking to dive into the history of Muncie. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and tea while you learn about the Lenape Native American village of Munseetown and

Garden Fair

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

May 12; 4–8 p.m. & 13; 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Free community event Discover beautiful plants, landscaping tools, and crafts to enhance your summer gardening projects! Meet vendors, get tips from horticulture experts, and spend time with friends and family at

Bob Ross Painting Workshop

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

Cost: $70; member discounts apply Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just

Glass Workshop: Floral Pendants

Minnetrista 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., IN

Cost: $55; member discounts apply Registration deadline: May 16 Learn about the technique of glass torchworking as you create your own floral glass pendant using a variety of colors and shapes. All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided.