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Family Adventure Day: Autumn Apple Harvest Jubilee

  • Minnetrista Museum & Gardens 1200 North Minnetrista Parkway Muncie, IN, 47303 United States (map)

Campus-Wide: Check-In at Center Building  
Free Community Event

Celebrate the fall season with a day of apple-inspired adventures at Minnetrista! Bring the whole family to explore hands-on activities, live entertainment, historic demonstrations, and more during this campus-wide celebration. With activities happening throughout the day, you can choose your own adventure while enjoying the sights, sounds, and flavors of autumn. 

  • Live Animal Shows: Join Indiana Wild in the Cantina for exciting live animal encounters throughout the day. 

  • Live Music: Enjoy the sounds of live old-time roots music with Oxford Baking Company in Hackley Gallery.

  • Meet Johnny Appleseed: Say hello to Johnny Appleseed as he makes his way throughout the Center Building. 

  • Live Cider Pressing Demonstrations: Visit the Apple Barn to see both modern and historic cider pressing demonstrations. 

  • “Still Life With Apples” Painting Activity: Get creative in the Education Center. 

  • Apple-Inspired Crafts: Make and take an apple ornament at Betty’s Cabin or create your own apple stamping craft on the Betty’s Cabin Lawn. 

  • Family Lawn Games: Enjoy classic lawn games in the Wishing Well Garden. 

  • Rag Ball Apple Basket Game: Try your hand at this apple-themed activity on the Oakhurst Lawn. 

  • Horticulture Activity: Join the Horticulture team on the Greensward for a hands-on gardening activity. 

  • Special Offers: Stop by The Orchard Shop to enjoy special Family Adventure Day offers. 

  • Explore the Galleries: Enjoy free entry to all Minnetrista galleries and exhibitions throughout the day. 

  • Food Trucks: Grab a bite to eat from a variety of food trucks located along Center Drive. 

Preregistration is encouraged. 

Please note: animals will be part of some of the day’s activities. If you or someone in your group has animal allergies or sensitivities, please plan accordingly. While animals will be supervised by professionals, we cannot guarantee an allergen-free space. 

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