The Children's Museum

NASA's Top Scientists and Dinos Decked out with Solar Eclipse Glasses Celebrate Being in the Path of Totality at The World's Largest Children's Museum

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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INDIANAPOLIS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The temperature dropped about 10 degrees, a cool breeze sent chills across shoulders and down spines as an eerie darkness crept over the sky in Indianapolis on Monday afternoon. The giant dinosaurs bursting out of The Children's Museum of Indianapolis (the world's largest children's museum) were safely prepared with huge solar protective glasses; but the humans had a challenging time describing the breathtaking display and what they felt as the moon completely blocked the sun for close to four minutes shortly after 3 p.m. EST in Indianapolis. There was a powerful sense of awe, wonder and disbelief. Then just as the moon covered the sun and a halo of light peeked out around it, cheers erupted as visitors celebrated what many are calling a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Key Points: 
  • It's our only chance to study the inner atmosphere of the sun called the corona, which is a mysterious place.
  • We don't know how the sun makes it that hot, the rest of the sun isn't that hot.
  • Jane Rigsby
    Some of the top scientists in the world also expressed their fascination with the celestial occurrence.
  • Those who are wondering what The Children's Museum is doing with leftover eclipse glasses will be happy to know they are being recycled.

Groundbreaking Allosaurus Discovery Revealed at Jurassic Mile® Dig Site in Wyoming Is Now on Display at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

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Monday, January 8, 2024
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INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a stunning revelation at the Jurassic Mile® dig site, the international paleontology team from The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Naturalis Biodiversity Center and University of Manchester successfully extracted colossal sauropod fossils for the Giants of the Jurassic™ portion of the Dinosphere® exhibit but also stumbled upon a remarkable find—an articulated Allosaurus fossil.

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  • "Other Allosaurus have been found with skin impressions in the past, but ours contains skin from parts of the body yet to be preserved.
  • The skin is leathery and has scales like the feet of chickens or the body of crocodiles."
  • This extraordinary discovery took place during the summer of 2020 but is just now on display for the public to see at The Children's Museum.
  • Over the last few years, the Allosaurus fossil was transported to Indianapolis, with different parts arriving in stages.

Start a New Winter Tradition with WinterFaire Make Lasting Memories in A New Magical Winter Wonderland

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Experience a brand-new magical indoor winter wonderland called WinterFaire at the world's largest children's museum. It is sure to become a new tradition for all this season. Visitors can expect to see a festive, carnival-like atmosphere complete with fun games, hands-on activities, adorable animal characters, special visits with Santa and sliding down the iconic 47-foot-long Winter Slide.

Key Points: 
  • Experience the joy and wonder of WinterFaire, an enchanting winter wonderland hosted at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
  • INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Experience a brand-new magical indoor winter wonderland called WinterFaire at the world's largest children's museum.
  • A magical winter wonderland brings woodland characters to life as children and their grownups play skee ball and hit virtual targets with snowballs to create new family members.
  • In the center of the space, visitors will find Indigo, a mystical and knowledgeable chameleon perched on a magical fountain.

New Exhibition Seeks to Forge a Better Understanding of Religious Traditions and Communities through Sacred Sites

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Children's Museum of Indianapolis' newest exhibit takes visitors to sacred sites around the world, shares the religious, and spiritual beliefs of young people who live in and worship at these sites and encourages children and their families to explore what makes a site sacred.

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  • "By showcasing some of the world's sacred places, we hope to foster curiosity and understanding of religious traditions so that people may better understand one another and communicate in thoughtful and respectful ways."
  • The exhibit Sacred Places features images, artifacts, and stories depicting more than two dozen sites that are sacred within different faith traditions.
  • We're pleased that this new exhibition will help children and families learn about important religious sites and those who find them sacred."
  • As visitors explore Sacred Places, they are invited to consider the nature of sacred places and reflect on sacred places in their own lives.

Free Event Offering Family Activities, Music and Fun When PBS SoCal's SUMMER LEARNING DAY Returns June 17 At the Children's Museum at La Habra

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PBS SoCal, Southern California's flagship PBS station and a crucial educational resource for the community, announced the return of Summer Learning Day Sat., June 17 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at The Children's Museum at La Habra (301 S Euclid St, La Habra, CA 9063). The free event returns to an in-person format this year with family activities, entertainment, music and learning resources during a fun-filled day in the community.

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  • The free event returns to an in-person format this year with family activities, entertainment, music and learning resources during a fun-filled day in the community.
  • This year's Summer Learning Day theme, "Discover Learning Everywhere" provides hands-on exploration activities for families at interactive booths outside the Museum.
  • Earlier this month, PBS SoCal launched an interactive FAMILY MATH Toolkit with over 360 assets and learning tools designed for early learners.
  • Spring educational community outreach efforts included:
    The Family Math outreach day connected families to early learning resources in preparation for kindergarten.

Here Comes Bunnysaurus Rex Hopping Down the Dinosaur Trail

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Sunday, March 26, 2023
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As you might imagine, Peter Cotton Tail is a bit busy this time of year; so, Bunnysaurus Rex jumped into action to save the day.

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  • As you might imagine, Peter Cotton Tail is a bit busy this time of year; so, Bunnysaurus Rex jumped into action to save the day.
  • Bunnysaurus Rex then posed for pictures and got the party started.
  • Bunnysaurus Rex hid the eggs well in the prehistoric plaza.
  • The hide and hunt egg tradition with Bunnysaurus Rex was first hatched at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis five years ago and it continues to go strong today.

Two Record-setting Women Continue to Change History through Their Stories and Determination: On and off Track in Indianapolis with Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Wilma Rudolph

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Saturday, February 25, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- One had polio, one had asthma. Both defied racial discrimination. Both went on to win Olympic gold. This is the story of Wilma Rudolph and Jackie Joyner-Kersee. A couple of athletes who defied the odds, gave Black women a voice, and inspired a nation.

Key Points: 
  • This is the story of Wilma Rudolph and Jackie Joyner-Kersee .
  • She was fortunate to have a community center at which she could run on a dirt track.
  • As a member of the board of USA Track and Field, Joyner-Kersee is committed to providing more opportunities and development for young athletes.
  • She is also a founder of the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation, which encourages young people in East St. Louis to pursue athletics and academics.

National Poet Laureate Performs during Black History Month Celebrations at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

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Monday, February 6, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alyssa Gaines grew up visiting The Children's Museum of Indianapolis with her family and even attended her high school prom at the world's largest children's museum. It is there, with her parents and grandparents, that the young girl from the city's east side developed her sense of curiosity about the world through exhibits like Take Me There®: Egypt, China and Greece as well as Mini Masterpieces.

Key Points: 
  • As the nation celebrates Black History month, the National Youth Poet Laureate returned to The Children's Museum to see some of her favorite exhibits and was inspired to give back to the community that has supported her along the way.
  • Connecting with and performing for kids from my hometown has been one of my favorite experiences as National Youth Poet Laureate," said Alyssa Gaines, 2022 Youth Poet Laureate of the United States, hosted by Urban Word.
  • Alyssa started her journey to becoming the 2022 Youth Poet Laureate of the United States by becoming the first-ever Indianapolis Youth Poet Laureate and earned the Midwest Regional Ambassador title.
  • The young poet, who attends Harvard University, performed some of her favorite pieces from her growing body of work at The Children's Museum as part of Black History Month.

Adventure Awaits When SCOOBY-DOO!™ and the Gang Come to Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation February 12, 2023 - April 9, 2023

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Ruh-Roh" SCOOBY-DOO!™ and the gang invite families to solve a gem of a mystery at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation when SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem opens Sunday, February 12, 2023 through April 9, 2023 inside the Gallery by General Motors. Members of The Henry Ford will be invited for a special preview on Saturday, February 11. This immersive exhibit, in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment, allows families to join the members of Mystery Inc. to analyze clues and put their problem-solving skills to the test. Families and young detectives will work through the rooms of the mansion meeting different characters of the iconic TV show that has captivated fans for more than five decades. Unmask the jewel thief and discover secrets of the mansion. SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem at The Henry Ford is presented by KeyBank.

Key Points: 
  • Members of The Henry Ford will be invited for a special preview on Saturday, February 11.
  • Discovery Global Themed Entertainment, allows families to join the members of Mystery Inc. to analyze clues and put their problem-solving skills to the test.
  • DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Ruh-Roh" SCOOBY-DOO!™ and the gang invite families to solve a gem of a mystery at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation when SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem opens Sunday, February 12, 2023 through April 9, 2023 inside the Gallery by General Motors.
  • Members of The Henry Ford will be invited for a special preview on Saturday, February 11.

Imagine What It's Like to Talk to Astronauts While They Are Orbiting the Earth. Indianapolis Children Got To Do Just That

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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Ky (Anderson) followed up with, "How does water behave in space?" Everyone giggled as Lindgren gave a demonstration and said, "Water is absolutely amazing. We take advantage of orbiting laboratory to examine how fluids move and work in space. So here's a little example -- This is how we drink juice or water depending on if it's a hot or cold drink. And you can see if I push a little bit of water out here… it assumes the shape of a sphere. It's shaking a little bit and I'll release it from the straw."

Key Points: 
  • INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Indianapolis area students got to 'space-out' with an actual astronaut who was orbiting Earth on the International Space Station (ISS) today.
  • Lindgren answered, "Back 25 years ago the only way astronauts could talk with their families back on the ground was with amateur radio with a ham radio.
  • We take advantage of orbiting laboratory to examine how fluids move and work in space.
  • And you can see if I push a little bit of water out here it assumes the shape of a sphere.