Heirloom Plant Sale

Give the gift of history and add some historic flair to your Mother’s Day weekend with our Spring Heritage Market! Choose from a wide variety of heirloom plants, including a selection of vegetables, flowers and herbs. Our experts will be available to help you choose the......More

Give the gift of history and add some historic flair to your Mother’s Day weekend with our Spring Heritage Market! Choose from a wide variety of heirloom plants, including a selection of vegetables, flowers and herbs. Our experts will be available to help you choose the right kind for annual or perennial for your garden and answer any questions that you may have. In addition, we will have available a selection of beautiful textiles, pottery and distinguished items from our Woodworking shop for sale. These handcrafted items are perfect for a unique Mother’s Day or even a Father’s Day gift. Friday, May 9, 4–7 p.m.Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Location: Hilltop Pavilion

Spring Heritage Market (Heirloom Plant Sale)

Give the gift of history and add some historic flare to your Mother’s Day weekend with our Spring Heritage Market! Choose from a wide variety of heirloom plants including a selection of vegetables, flowers and herbs. Our experts will be available to help you choose the ......More

Give the gift of history and add some historic flare to your Mother’s Day weekend with our Spring Heritage Market! Choose from a wide variety of heirloom plants including a selection of vegetables, flowers and herbs. Our experts will be available to help you choose the right kind for annual or perennial for your garden and answer any questions that you may have. In addition, we will have available a selection of beautiful textiles, pottery and distinguished items from our Woodworking shop for sale. These handcrafted items are perfect for a unique Mother’s Day or even a Father’s Day gift. Friday, May 9, 4–7 p.m.Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Location: Hilltop Pavilion

Hilltop Shelter

Ladies' Night Series

Gather your friends and escape to Ladies’ Nights at Conner Prairie—a series of unique, adults-only experiences designed for relaxation, creativity, and connection. Whether you’re strolling through historic gardens with herb-infused cocktails, sipping rosé while making f......More

Gather your friends and escape to Ladies’ Nights at Conner Prairie—a series of unique, adults-only experiences designed for relaxation, creativity, and connection. Whether you’re strolling through historic gardens with herb-infused cocktails, sipping rosé while making floral arrangements, or unwinding with yoga and mindfulness under the sunset, each event offers the perfect blend of fun and self-care. Enjoy delicious drinks, hands-on activities, and the beauty of nature in a welcoming, 21+ setting. Mark your calendar and treat yourself to a night out like no other! Purchase Tickets ActivitiesApril 26, 6:30–8:30 p.m.: Garden PartyEnjoy an evening of exploration and education at Conner Prairie. During this (adults only) event you’re invited to join a guided tour of our Conner House gardens and Loom House. Learn about the special plants in this garden and their uses in textile dying. Enjoy herb themed drinks and light apps. Make your own Goat Milk soap, and the herbal extracts of your choice. This product is make with the milk from our own Arapawa Goats. Cash bar available.Price: $25 Member/ $35 non-member May 9, 6:30–8:30 p.m.: Rosé and RosesJoin us for Rosé and Roses, a Mother’s Day Ladies Night Out! This 21+ event includes a wine tasting with Oliver Winery. Enjoy a fun selection of desserts throughout the evening. Cash bar available with Moscato flights and frozen wine slushies. Other activities include mindfulness meditation, nature walks, yoga sessions and a photo backdrop to share with your following! Additionally, you can create your own flower arrangement that you can take home with you! Finish the night enjoying the beautiful sunset view over the prairie.Price: $25 Member/ $35 non-member June 21, 6:30–8:30 p.m.: YogaJoin us for an evening of self-care and relaxation. This event includes nature walks, forest therapy, and yoga sessions (mats provided or bring your own). Finish the night enjoying the beautiful sunset view over the prairie with a mindfulness meditation. Enjoy complimentary fruit infused waters and grazing station with fresh fruits and cheeses. Healthful smoothies and Cash bar available for purchase with Moscato flights and frozen wine slushies.Price: $35 Member/ $50 non-member

Make & Take: Beaded Bracelets

Visit Lenape for a $5 Make and Take beaded bracelet workshop, where you can create your own unique accessory using traditional beadwork techniques. Learn about the cultural significance of different types of beads as you craft a beautiful bracelet to take home. This han......More

Visit Lenape for a $5 Make and Take beaded bracelet workshop, where you can create your own unique accessory using traditional beadwork techniques. Learn about the cultural significance of different types of beads as you craft a beautiful bracelet to take home. This hands-on activity is a fun way to connect with Native American artistry and add a personal touch to your style! Location: Lenape Indian Camp (Next to #24 on the Guest Map)  Please note: All Make and Takes are subject to change and dependent on weather. Learn more about our hours and purchase General Admission tickets.

Lenape Indian Camp

Heirloom Plant Sale

Give the gift of history and add some historic flair to your Mother’s Day weekend with our Spring Heritage Market! Choose from a wide variety of heirloom plants, including a selection of vegetables, flowers and herbs. Our experts will be available to help you choose the......More

Give the gift of history and add some historic flair to your Mother’s Day weekend with our Spring Heritage Market! Choose from a wide variety of heirloom plants, including a selection of vegetables, flowers and herbs. Our experts will be available to help you choose the right kind for annual or perennial for your garden and answer any questions that you may have. In addition, we will have available a selection of beautiful textiles, pottery and distinguished items from our Woodworking shop for sale. These handcrafted items are perfect for a unique Mother’s Day or even a Father’s Day gift. Friday, May 9, 4–7 p.m.Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Location: Hilltop Pavilion

Spring Heritage Market (Heirloom Plant Sale)

Give the gift of history and add some historic flare to your Mother’s Day weekend with our Spring Heritage Market! Choose from a wide variety of heirloom plants including a selection of vegetables, flowers and herbs. Our experts will be available to help you choose the ......More

Give the gift of history and add some historic flare to your Mother’s Day weekend with our Spring Heritage Market! Choose from a wide variety of heirloom plants including a selection of vegetables, flowers and herbs. Our experts will be available to help you choose the right kind for annual or perennial for your garden and answer any questions that you may have. In addition, we will have available a selection of beautiful textiles, pottery and distinguished items from our Woodworking shop for sale. These handcrafted items are perfect for a unique Mother’s Day or even a Father’s Day gift. Friday, May 9, 4–7 p.m.Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Location: Hilltop Pavilion

Hilltop Shelter

African American cooking demonstration

Come and see what’s cooking! Stop by the Origins Cabin to see a historical cooking demonstration of food and recipes that originate from Africa. This program is free with general admission.

Promised Land as Proving Ground, 3400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers, IN, 46038, United States

Make & Take: Soap Making

Come to Prairietown for a $5 Make and Take soap-making workshop, where you’ll learn to create your own soap using traditional methods. It’s a perfect way to discover the art of soap-making while connecting with the past! Location: Prairietown Kiln Shed (Next to #14 on t......More

Come to Prairietown for a $5 Make and Take soap-making workshop, where you’ll learn to create your own soap using traditional methods. It’s a perfect way to discover the art of soap-making while connecting with the past! Location: Prairietown Kiln Shed (Next to #14 on the Guest Map) or Prairietown Carpenter Shed (Next to #13 on the Guest Map)  Please note: All Make and Takes are subject to change and dependent on weather. Learn more about our hours and purchase General Admission tickets.

1836 Prairietown

Mother's Day Brunch

Celebrate that special person in your life by joining us for our Mother’s Day brunch. Relax, let us do the cooking, and make the day special with a delicious variety of items to choose from.    

Make & Take: Beaded Bracelets

Visit Lenape for a $5 Make and Take beaded bracelet workshop, where you can create your own unique accessory using traditional beadwork techniques. Learn about the cultural significance of different types of beads as you craft a beautiful bracelet to take home. This han......More

Visit Lenape for a $5 Make and Take beaded bracelet workshop, where you can create your own unique accessory using traditional beadwork techniques. Learn about the cultural significance of different types of beads as you craft a beautiful bracelet to take home. This hands-on activity is a fun way to connect with Native American artistry and add a personal touch to your style! Location: Lenape Indian Camp (Next to #24 on the Guest Map)  Please note: All Make and Takes are subject to change and dependent on weather. Learn more about our hours and purchase General Admission tickets.

Lenape Indian Camp

Mother's Day Tea Party

Join Mrs. Campbell and her daughter Lillian, as well as other Prairietown Folks for a Mother’s Day Tea Party! Event will be in the afternoon but all day the Campbells and other folks will be getting ready for the Tea Party. With a Taste of the Past included. This progra......More

Join Mrs. Campbell and her daughter Lillian, as well as other Prairietown Folks for a Mother’s Day Tea Party! Event will be in the afternoon but all day the Campbells and other folks will be getting ready for the Tea Party. With a Taste of the Past included. This program is free with general admission

Dr. Campbell’s Office and Home

Make & Take: Soap Making

Come to Prairietown for a $5 Make and Take soap-making workshop, where you’ll learn to create your own soap using traditional methods. It’s a perfect way to discover the art of soap-making while connecting with the past! Location: Prairietown Kiln Shed (Next to #14 on t......More

Come to Prairietown for a $5 Make and Take soap-making workshop, where you’ll learn to create your own soap using traditional methods. It’s a perfect way to discover the art of soap-making while connecting with the past! Location: Prairietown Kiln Shed (Next to #14 on the Guest Map) or Prairietown Carpenter Shed (Next to #13 on the Guest Map)  Please note: All Make and Takes are subject to change and dependent on weather. Learn more about our hours and purchase General Admission tickets.

1836 Prairietown

Stroller Strides

Join us on the Trails at Conner Prairie for Stroller Strides hosted by FIT4MOM North Indy. Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing......More

Join us on the Trails at Conner Prairie for Stroller Strides hosted by FIT4MOM North Indy. Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller and the environment. Taught by certified and specially trained fitness instructors, it is a great workout for any level of exerciser. Stroller Strides instructors weave songs and activities into the routine designed to entertain and engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to her role as mom. Click Here to sign up

Trails at Conner Prairie, 3400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers, IN, 46038, United States

Curious Conversations: Speaker Series

Tune into Curious Conversations as we host a rotation of outside speakers and experts on Indiana History. Topics to include: natural science, history, folklore, and civics. The goal is to bring experts for you to learn about a wide range of topics. Reserve your free tic......More

Tune into Curious Conversations as we host a rotation of outside speakers and experts on Indiana History. Topics to include: natural science, history, folklore, and civics. The goal is to bring experts for you to learn about a wide range of topics. Reserve your free ticket Geriann Albers, Certified Wildlife Biologist at Indiana DNR – Ms. Albers will be discussing central Indiana fur bearing mammals Date: February 18, 2025 Time: 7–8 p.m. Location: Prairie House #42 on the guest map     Bryan Glover, Roberts Settlement Descendant – Bryan will discuss the history of the Roberts Settlement, an African American community that began in the 1830s. Date: March 25, 2025 Time: 7–8 p.m. Location: Prairie House #42 on the guest map       Dr. R. Douglas Hurt, emeritus professor Purdue University – Dr. Hurt will discuss the history of agriculture in the 19th century Midwest. Date: May 13, 2025 Time: 7–8 p.m. Location: Prairie House #42 on the guest map       Dr. James H. Madison – Resistance to the Klan. This program in partnership with other local organizations as part of a series of events discussing the centenary of the D.C. Stephenson trial. Date: July 15, 2025 Time: 7–8 p.m. Location: Historic Courthouse in Noblesville     Michael J. Brown, Director of the Indiana Jewish Historical Society – Brown will discuss the history of Jewish communities in Indiana. Date: Nobember 18, 2025 Time: 7–8 p.m. Location: Prairie House #42 on the guest map             The Speaker Series has been made possible through a grant from Indiana Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Historic Court House in Noblesville, 33 N 9th St # L21, Noblesville, IN, 46060, United States

Weekday Wanders

During Weekday Wanders, find a deeper connection with nature as you explore the Trails at Conner Prairie on a guided stroll. Each stroll will focus on a different theme to build knowledge of, connection with, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world. Unless other......More

During Weekday Wanders, find a deeper connection with nature as you explore the Trails at Conner Prairie on a guided stroll. Each stroll will focus on a different theme to build knowledge of, connection with, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world. Unless otherwise mentioned, these strolls will be led by members of the Conner Prairie Education team.   These wanders are free with admission and begin at the main entrance gate.  Purchase General Admission Tickets Dates:April 2: Finding InspirationApril 16: FlightApril 30: Spring MigrationMay 14: Introduction to Forest TherapyMay 28: Black Birders WeekJune 11: Introduction to Forest TherapyJune 25: Civic SeasonJuly 9: Trails for KidsJuly 23: EcoTherapyAugust 6: Apps for Community ScienceAugust 20: Historic HoosiersSeptember 3: Corn Cultivation & AgricultureSeptember 17: Fall MigrationOctober 1: FolkloreOctober 15: Built Communities and the Natural World

Read, Rock & Roll!

Enjoy a casual, relaxed morning specially designed to encourage community and connection with others and with your child. Indulge in yummy breakfast treats and drinks before you roll along our trails with your strollers and wagons in tow. Along the path you’ll discover ......More

Enjoy a casual, relaxed morning specially designed to encourage community and connection with others and with your child. Indulge in yummy breakfast treats and drinks before you roll along our trails with your strollers and wagons in tow. Along the path you’ll discover cozy spots to stop at your leisure and rock a little, read a good story together, let your child’s curiosity roam free or chat for a while as you slow down, breathe deeply and take in the beauty of nature in a safe and beautiful spot. Purchase TicketsTime:9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Prices:Members $12Non-Members $14

Playtime Meet Up

Join us for an exclusive time of play and discovery especially for our youngest guests ages 6 years and younger an hour before Conner Prairie opens to the public. Your little ones will have special access to their favorite spots before the big kids arrive for the day! G......More

Join us for an exclusive time of play and discovery especially for our youngest guests ages 6 years and younger an hour before Conner Prairie opens to the public. Your little ones will have special access to their favorite spots before the big kids arrive for the day! Gather your friends, check in at the main gate entrance and follow an education staff member to a special play spot. Then enjoy the quiet morning and beauty of nature visiting with your friends while your children play! Feel free to bring your morning coffee!Meet-Ups will include play time at places such as TreeTop Outpost, The Junction, or The Meadow.Purchase TicketsFor ages Birth to 6 years.Time:9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Prices:$5 per childAdults are of no charge