66 Upcoming Events at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
295 past events at Minnetrista Museum & GardensApr 27, 2024
Today
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Muncie Arbor Day Celebration
9am to 1pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
April 27; 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Free community event
Center BuildingCome together with Minnetrista, Muncie's Urban Forestry Committee, and our community partners for the Muncie Arbor Day celebration featuring a sapling giveaway. Engage in informative tree and sapling planting demos, offering practical insights for effective tree care. Unleash your creative side at craft stations, promoting artistic expression for families and children. Choose your sapling from our selection of oaks, sycamore, bald cypress, hawthorn, and more. Whether you need help planting a sapling, advice on selecting the perfect tree and its ideal location, or want to take part in a free raffle to win a tree, gardening tools, and other great prizes—you are in for an informative and enjoyable experience!
May 3, 2024
Friday
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Bob Ross Painting Workshop
2pm to 4pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
L.L. Ball Home, Bob Ross Experience Studio
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Cost: $65 Ages: 14 & up Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”
Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.
May 4, 2024
Saturday
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Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
9am to 12pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free community event
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer.
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors.
The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.
- Bob Ross Painting Workshop 1pm to 4pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens L.L. Ball Home, Bob Ross Experience Studio 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Cost: $75; member discounts apply Ages: 14 & up Location: L.L. Ball Home
Cost: $65–95 | Member discounts applyLearn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”
Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.
- Ball Stores Gallery Talk with Karen Vincent 2pm to 1:45pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Center Building 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free community event
Center Building, Heritage Collection GalleryJoin Karen Vincent, local historian and author behind Ball Stores: East Central Indiana’s Shopping Center, as she leads a discussion through Minnetrista’s Ball Stores exhibition. Take a trip down memory lane to the vibrant era of downtown department store shopping, uncover fascinating tales from Ball Stores, and discover her process of transforming research and writing into a buzz-worthy book that has captivated our region!
- Ball Stores Gallery Talk with Karen Vincent 3pm to 2:45pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Center Building 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free community event
Center Building, Heritage Collection GalleryJoin Karen Vincent, local historian and author behind Ball Stores: East Central Indiana’s Shopping Center, as she leads a discussion through Minnetrista’s Ball Stores exhibition. Take a trip down memory lane to the vibrant era of downtown department store shopping, uncover fascinating tales from Ball Stores, and discover her process of transforming research and writing into a buzz-worthy book that has captivated our region!
May 10, 2024
Friday
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Garden Fair
4pm to 8pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
May 10; 4–8 p.m. & May 11; 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free community eventAt Garden Fair, you'll discover a world of beautiful plants, landscaping tools, and crafts to enhance your summer gardening projects. This two-day community event is the perfect destination for foodies, music lovers, and garden enthusiasts alike. And that's not all, Garden Fair also includes live music, crafts and activities, a beer and wine garden, food, and much more. There will be something for everyone at this unique community event!
In partnership with LeafGuard.
May 11, 2024
Saturday
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Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
9am to 12pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free community event
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer.
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors.
The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.
- Garden Fair 9am to 3pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Center Building 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
May 10; 4–8 p.m. & May 11; 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free community eventAt Garden Fair, you'll discover a world of beautiful plants, landscaping tools, and crafts to enhance your summer gardening projects. This two-day community event is the perfect destination for foodies, music lovers, and garden enthusiasts alike. And that's not all, Garden Fair also includes live music, crafts and activities, a beer and wine garden, food, and much more. There will be something for everyone at this unique community event!
In partnership with LeafGuard.
May 15, 2024
Wednesday
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Ball Stores Gallery Talk with Karen Vincent
3pm to 3:45pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Center Building, Heritage Collection Gallery
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free community event
Center Building, Heritage Collection GalleryJoin Karen Vincent, local historian and author behind Ball Stores: East Central Indiana’s Shopping Center, as she leads a discussion through Minnetrista’s Ball Stores exhibition. Take a trip down memory lane to the vibrant era of downtown department store shopping, uncover fascinating tales from Ball Stores, and discover her process of transforming research and writing into a buzz-worthy book that has captivated our region!
May 16, 2024
Thursday
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Betty's Cabin: Garden Artists
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Betty's Cabin
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Ages: Children with adult caregiver May 16; 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free community eventJoin us in celebrating the splendor of green spaces by crafting vibrant works of art using natural materials. With simple ingredients like leaves, flower petals, sticks, and watercolors, we will create one-of-a-kind spray paintings that will give your walls the same vibrancy that gardens bring to our world.
May 18, 2024
Saturday
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Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
9am to 12pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free community event
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer.
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors.
The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.
- Bird Walk: Prairies and Woodlands 10am to 11am @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free community event
Registration deadline: May 17
To mark the opening of our newest exhibition, Bird Photographer of the Year, join us on a guided birdwatching tour around campus. During this specific walk, participants will explore the Nature Area, learning about and hopefully catching sight of the diverse bird species that inhabit and hunt in the prairies and woodlands of East Central Indiana!
May 19, 2024
Sunday
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Mother’s Day Brunch at Minnetrista
10:30am to 2pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Center Building
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Center Building
Cost: $30 per person, $15 for children ages 3–12, 2 and under are free | Member discounts applyDelight in a superb buffet intentionally crafted by our seasoned Hospitality team, with elevated cuisine to please every palate. Your ticket guarantees unlimited access to the buffet, complete with complimentary coffee, tea, and juices. Elevate your brunch experience by opting for our delightful mimosa upgrade. Pre-register for convenience, walk-ins are welcome as space allows.
May 25, 2024
Saturday
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Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
9am to 12pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free community event
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer.
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors.
The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.
May 29, 2024
Wednesday
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Torchworking: Beginner Beads
2pm to 4pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Cost: $55; member discounts apply Ages: 13 & up Ed Center
Cost: $55 | Member discounts applyRegistration deadline: May 26
Discover the artistry of crafting your own handmade beads in this introductory workshop tailored for beginners. Dive into the captivating world of torchworking, where molten glass transforms before your eyes. Embrace the tactile experience of shaping, molding, and infusing colors into each bead as you acquire fundamental techniques in this beginner-friendly session suitable for all enthusiasts.
May 30, 2024
Thursday
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Bob Ross Painting Workshop
5pm to 9pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
The Bob Ross Experience
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Cost: $95; member discounts apply Ages: 14 & up Location: L.L. Ball Home
Cost: $65–95 | Member discounts applyLearn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”
Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.
- Torchworking: Beginner Beads 6pm to 8pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Ed Center 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Cost: $55; member discounts apply Ages: 13 & up Ed Center
Cost: $55 | Member discounts applyRegistration deadline: May 26
Discover the artistry of crafting your own handmade beads in this introductory workshop tailored for beginners. Dive into the captivating world of torchworking, where molten glass transforms before your eyes. Embrace the tactile experience of shaping, molding, and infusing colors into each bead, as you acquire fundamental techniques in this beginner-friendly session suitable for all enthusiasts.
May 31, 2024
Friday
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Bob Ross Painting Workshop
1pm to 4pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Center Building, Cantina
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Cost: $75; member discounts apply Ages: 14 & up Location: Center Building, Cantina
Cost: $75 | Member discounts applyLearn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”
Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.
- Bob Ross Painting Workshop 5pm to 9pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Center Building, Cantina 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Cost: $75; member discounts apply Location: Center Building, Cantina
Cost: $75 | Member discounts applyLearn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”
Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.
- Bob Ross Painting Workshop 5pm to 9pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Center Building, Cantina 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
- Torchworking: Beginner Beads 6pm to 8pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Ed Center 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Bob Ross Painting Workshop
5pm to 9pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
The Bob Ross Experience
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Torchworking: Beginner Beads
2pm to 4pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
9am to 12pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
- Bird Walk: Prairies and Woodlands 10am to 11am @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
9am to 12pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Betty's Cabin: Garden Artists
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Betty's Cabin
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
- Garden Fair 9am to 3pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Center Building 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
9am to 12pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
- Bob Ross Painting Workshop 1pm to 4pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens L.L. Ball Home, Bob Ross Experience Studio 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
9am to 12pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Bob Ross Painting Workshop
2pm to 4pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
L.L. Ball Home, Bob Ross Experience Studio
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303