upcoming events
As a year-round gathering place, our roster of educational programs, engaging workshops, community events, and interactive exhibits is always changing. There is something new to experience on every visit. Take a look at our upcoming events to discover new ways you can learn, play, explore, or shop at Minnetrista.
Bob Ross Experience
Explore the life, philosophy, and art of this iconic American painter and arts educator inside the historic home where The Joy of Painting was filmed.
Majestic Mountains at Bob Ross Experience
Exciting updates are coming to the Art Gallery at the Bob Ross Experience! Spotlighting iconic mountain scenes from Bob’s legendary paintings, this new exhibit provides more original Bob Ross paintings for you to love.
Deep Roots: Exploring the Ball Family Tree
Step into the captivating narrative of the Ball family and their legacy in this original exhibition exploring Muncie’s most famous family.
Good Night Forest
Visitors will feel like they are stepping into a beloved children’s storybook as they encounter whimsical scenes and engaging sensory activities in this nature-inspired experience.
Camp Minnetrista: Glass Artists | SOLD OUT
Unleash your creativity with glass! This hands-on camp invites young artists to experiment with glass art and develop new techniques.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Senior Day
Experience Minnetrista during this all-access event, tailored for older adults.
SOLD OUT | Bob Ross Painting Workshop: Floral Methods
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
SOLD OUT | Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S32 E09 - Galaxy Grandeur
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Hoosier Shakespeare Festival Presents: Hamlet
Immerse yourself in the gripping tragedy of Hamlet, brought to life by the Hoosier Shakespeare Festival.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Yoga is for EveryBody | Free Community Class
Yoga is for EveryBody is not just a class—it’s a celebration of unity and mindfulness.
Hoosier Shakespeare Festival Presents: Love's Labour’s Lost
Escape into a world of wit and romance with Love’s Labour’s Lost, performed by the Hoosier Shakespeare Festival.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Fourth of July Celebration
Gather your loved ones, bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and celebrate Independence Day at Minnetrista.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Tea & Talk: A Potter’s Perspective; Beautiful Poisons and their Decorative Uses
Secret messages and flower arrangements once went hand-in-hand. Flowers and other plants—both native and exotic—were used to send messages, deliver warnings, heal the sick, or even bring about an untimely end.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S12 E01 - Golden Knoll
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S32 E08 - Alpine Meadow
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend
The narwhal, with its unique spiral tusk, has inspired legend and fascinated people across cultures for centuries.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Yoga is for EveryBody | Free Community Class
Yoga is for EveryBody is not just a class—it’s a celebration of unity and mindfulness.
Faerie House Workshop
Arts and crafts have never been this magical! Join our imaginative family workshop and create the faerie house of your dreams.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Fused Glass Workshop: Mushroom House
Dive into the world of glass mosaics during this immersive, two-day workshop.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Summer Discovery Day: Say ‘Hello’ to Good Night Forest
Pack your curiosity and get ready for a day of free admission and family fun across our beautiful campus.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Bob Ross Kids Painting Workshop
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Faeries, Sprites, and Lights
During this multi-day event, children are encouraged to come dressed in their best magical faerie attire as they imagine and play in an enchanted faerie wonderland.
Faeries, Sprites, and Lights
During this multi-day event, children are encouraged to come dressed in their best magical faerie attire as they imagine and play in an enchanted faerie wonderland.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Sensory-Friendly: Faeries, Sprites, & Lights
During this multi-day event, children are encouraged to come dressed in their best magical faerie attire as they imagine and play in an enchanted faerie wonderland.
Faeries, Sprites, and Lights
During this multi-day event, children are encouraged to come dressed in their best magical faerie attire as they imagine and play in an enchanted faerie wonderland.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S12 E09 - Tropical Seascape
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Fused Glass Workshop: Painting with Frit
Join us for glass painting! Discover the art of using fine glass frit to paint a realistic portrait or unleash your creativity with an abstract design.
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S03 E02 - Blue Moon
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Fused Glass Workshop: Painting with Frit
Join us for glass painting! Discover the art of using fine glass frit to paint a realistic portrait or unleash your creativity with an abstract design.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S29 E01 - Island in the Wilderness
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S22 E13 - Silent Forest
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Tapas & Talk: Uncanny Shadows—Ghost Tales of the Magic City
Wraiths were said to harass travelers on turnpikes southeast of Muncie in the years before the Civil War. A poltergeist reportedly terrorized a family farm in northeast Center Township in 1890.
(Event image credit: Chris Flook)
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Teacher Appreciation Day
Calling all educators! Enjoy a day of discovery, connection, and celebration.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S23 E07 - At Dawns Light
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Torchworking: Basic Beads
Experience the power of heat and glass as you explore the art of handmade bead-making in this beginner-friendly workshop.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Collections Tour: Traveling through Collections
Miss your chance for a summer vacation? Come travel vicariously through the Minnetrista Heritage Collection!
Torchworking Workshop: Basic Beads
Experience the power of heat and glass as you explore the art of handmade bead-making in this beginner-friendly workshop.
Evening Hours: Exploring Nature’s Depths
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, interactive exhibition-themed activities, and great company.
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: Floral Methods
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Member Saturday at The Orchard Shop
Join us for an exclusive Member Saturday event at The Orchard Shop during the first outdoor market of the season!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Yoga is for EveryBody | Free Community Class
Yoga is for EveryBody is not just a class—it’s a celebration of unity and mindfulness.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S05 E06 - Ocean Sunrise
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
No Fear Canning Series: Peach Bourbon Jam
Join our No Fear Canning Series and dive into the world of canning with confidence!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Senior Day
Experience Minnetrista during this all-access event, tailored for older adults.
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S16 E10 - That Time of Year
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Glass Artisan 2-Day Workshop: Mosaic Panel
Dive into the world of glass mosaics during this immersive, two-day workshop.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Flags of Honor
Flags of Honor will be displayed from September 4–11 at Minnetrista. Experience a sea of red, white, and blue with friends and family as more than a thousand American flags adorn Minnetrista’s lawn beside the White River Greenway.
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S02 E10 - Lazy River
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S28 E10 - Splendor of Autumn
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Tea & Talk: Accessorizing with the Heritage Collection
Step into the world of fashion with Archivist Susan Smith and Collections Manager Mindy Price as they showcase a variety of accessories preserved in the Minnetrista Heritage Collection.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Flags of Honor—Closing Ceremony
Flags of Honor will be displayed from September 4–11 at Minnetrista. On September 11, at 6 p.m., America's Hometown Band will begin their pre-ceremony concert, followed by the closing ceremony at 6:30 p.m.
Evening Hours: Back-to-School Social
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, interactive exhibition-themed activities, and great company!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Homeschool Day
Homeschool families are invited to a fun-filled day of educational activities across Minnetrista’s campus.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Mystery at Camp Cryptid
Get ready for a thrilling night at the most mysterious 21+ summer camp around—Camp Cryptid!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Yoga is for EveryBody | Free Community Class
Yoga is for EveryBody is not just a class—it’s a celebration of unity and mindfulness.
Mystery at Camp Cryptid
Get ready for a thrilling night at the most mysterious 21+ summer camp around—Camp Cryptid!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Senior Day
Experience Minnetrista during this all-access event, tailored for older adults.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S24 E01 - Grey Mountain
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Fused Glass Workshop: Haunted House
Using a 4" x 6" glass panel as your spooky canvas, you’ll design a haunting abode perfect for the Halloween season!
Fused Glass Workshop: Haunted House
Using a 4" x 6" glass panel as your spooky canvas, you’ll design a haunting abode perfect for the Halloween season!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Volunteer Open House
Connect with us to discover how you can make a difference at Minnetrista!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Human Library Project
The Human Library Project features human "books" that visitors can borrow for conversation. The Library provides a framework to inspire positive conversations that reduce stereotypes and prejudice through dialogue.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Portraits in Print: Artist Aimee Maychack
Connect with your community while exploring portraiture through printmaking with local artist Aimee Maychack.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Indoor Market
Step inside to explore a wonderful selection of handcrafted goods, fresh meats, artisanal treats, and more!
Open Space: Art About the Land
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.
A Community Portrait: Winter
Back for the holidays with new images and stories to explore, A Community Portrait turns our neighbors into art through the beauty of portrait photography by Tom Styrkowicz.
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Pollinator Week: Four Seasons Garden
Celebrate Pollinator Week by embarking on a garden adventure at Minnetrista!
Pollinator Week: Orchard Garden
Celebrate Pollinator Week by embarking on a garden adventure at Minnetrista!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Cocktails with Horticulture: Terrarium Building
Join us for an evening of botanical creativity as our Horticulture team guides you through the art of terrarium building.
Pollinator Week: East Lawn Rain Garden
Celebrate Pollinator Week by embarking on a garden adventure at Minnetrista!
"Caregiving" PBS Documentary Screening
Join us for an exclusive, free screening of Caregiving. This powerful documentary from executive producer Bradley Cooper explores the realities faced by caregivers in America.
Pollinator Week
Celebrate Pollinator Week by embarking on a garden adventure at Minnetrista!
Pollinator Week: Bird and Butterfly Garden
Celebrate Pollinator Week by embarking on a garden adventure at Minnetrista!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
SOLD OUT | Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S13 E09 - Emerald Waters
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Evening Hours: Summer Kick-off
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, interactive exhibition-themed activities, and great company.
Bob Ross Kids Painting Workshop
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors here at Minnetrista!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Fused Glass Workshop: Botanical Beetle
Craft a delicate beetle in this pattern-based workshop!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Camp Minnetrista: Culinary Skills
Take your cooking to the next level! This camp offers in-depth culinary training, focusing on advanced techniques and skills.
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
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.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Outdoor Market
Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more!
Nature Craft: Create Your Own Bookmark
Join us at the Minnetrista Farmers Market for a fun, hands-on craft activity!
Horticulture Helpers
Learn about sustainable gardening, the importance of pollinators, and how community gardens help the environment!
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Horticulture Helpers
Learn planting techniques, get your hands dirty, and discover how gardens grow while contributing to a beautiful, kid-friendly area that visitors of all ages can enjoy.
Horticulture Volunteer Day
Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens!
Camp Minnetrista: Junior Chefs | SOLD OUT
Calling all aspiring chefs! This fun and interactive camp teaches foundational cooking skills, from basic prep to hands-on cooking.
Nature Play Days
Get ready for an outdoor adventure, creativity, and discovery during Nature Play Days!