America at 250 explores the many stories that shape our nation’s past, present, and future. Community members are invited to share their experiences for potential inclusion in the upcoming exhibitions. Submit your story using the share your story button below, or explore the America at 250 exhibitions to learn more.
Upcoming Events
The Oakhurst Experience tells the story of the George and Frances Ball family through the eyes of their daughter, Betty, inside the cozy home where they lived.
Get creative during Sunday Crafternoon! Drop in with your family for a fun, hands-on craft led by one of our experience guides.
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Step behind the scenes into secure storage areas where mysterious, unusual, and rarely displayed artifacts wait to be rediscovered.
Shop fresh and local at the Outdoor Farmers Market at Minnetrista. Explore seasonal produce, baked goods, plants, and handmade items while connecting with local growers and enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.
Join the Ball State Glass Alliance at the final Outdoor Farmers Market of the season to shop a stunning selection of handcrafted glass pumpkins!
Bring your little ones to Storytime Saturday! Join one of our experience guides for a cozy storytime perfect for children 5 and under and their families.
Get creative during Sunday Crafternoon! Drop in with your family for a fun, hands-on craft led by one of our experience guides.
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Step inside to explore a wonderful selection of handcrafted goods, fresh meats, artisanal treats, and more!
Since 2001, Open Space: Art About the Land has encouraged artists to derive inspiration from the land. This year's offering will be shared between two venues, with one showing at Minnetrista and a sister exhibition hosted at the Anderson Museum of Art.
Bring your little ones to Storytime Saturday! Join one of our experience guides for a cozy storytime perfect for children 5 and under and their families.
Get creative during Sunday Crafternoon! Drop in with your family for a fun, hands-on craft led by one of our experience guides.
Enjoy refreshments while joining local historian Karen Vincent for an engaging look at the life and work of artist Cyrus Edwin Dallin.
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Celebrate the holiday season by learning the art of glassblowing as you create a one-of-a-kind glass ornament.
Bring your little ones to Storytime Saturday! Join one of our experience guides for a cozy storytime perfect for children 5 and under and their families.
Get creative during Sunday Crafternoon! Drop in with your family for a fun, hands-on craft led by one of our experience guides.
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Step inside to explore a wonderful selection of handcrafted goods, fresh meats, artisanal treats, and more!
Bring your little ones to Storytime Saturday! Join one of our experience guides for a cozy storytime perfect for children 5 and under and their families.
Get creative during Sunday Crafternoon! Drop in with your family for a fun, hands-on craft led by one of our experience guides.
Bring your little ones to Storytime Saturday! Join one of our experience guides for a cozy storytime perfect for children 5 and under and their families.
Get creative during Sunday Crafternoon! Drop in with your family for a fun, hands-on craft led by one of our experience guides.
Kick off the holiday season with family and friends at Minnetrista. Enjoy three miles of enchanting lights, sweet treats, food, live music, live theatre, winter crafts, a barrel train for kids, our popular Holiday Artisan Market, and more.
Bring your little ones to Storytime Saturday! Join one of our experience guides for a cozy storytime perfect for children 5 and under and their families.