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Minnetrista Adds Six Hoosier Impressionist Paintings to Its Collection
Minnetrista has added six remarkable paintings by four celebrated Hoosier artists to its permanent collection through a generous gift from the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites. The acquisition strengthens Minnetrista’s collection of Hoosier art and completes its representation of the five artists of the renowned Hoosier Group.
Boo-levard Bash Brings Family Trick-or-Treating and a New Haunted Trail to Minnetrista
Minnetrista kicks off the Halloween season with Boo-levard Bash, featuring family-friendly trick-or-treating on Oct. 2 and a haunted trail and market for ages 13 and older on Oct. 3.
Flags of Honor Offers a Week of Reflection at Minnetrista September 4–11
Flags of Honor returns to Minnetrista Museum & Gardens September 4–11, featuring 1,000 American flags displayed along the Greensward. This free community event offers a meaningful week of reflection and remembrance honoring veterans, service members, fallen heroes, and loved ones.
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Receives $5 Million Lilly Endowment Grant to Increase Organizational Capacity
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens has been awarded a $5 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support transformational improvements that will enhance visitor experiences, preserve historic spaces, expand access to collections, and strengthen the museum for future generations.
Magic Returns to Oakhurst Gardens During Faeries, Sprites, & Lights
Step into a world of wonder during Faeries, Sprites, & Lights at Minnetrista. Explore enchanting gardens filled with magical creatures, whimsical activities, live entertainment, and unforgettable family adventures.
Minnetrista Expands Fourth of July Celebration for More Family Fun
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites the community to its expanded Fourth of July Celebration on July 4 beginning at 4 p.m., featuring live music, family activities, local food vendors, exhibitions, and a fireworks show.
Minnetrista Explores Delaware County’s Role in the American Story with America at 250: Celebrating Hoosier Spirit
Explore the local stories that connect Delaware County to defining moments in American history in America at 250: Celebrating Hoosier Spirit, a new exhibition at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens featuring artifacts, photographs, and personal histories from across Indiana.
Homeschool Day at Minnetrista Encourages Exploration, Creativity, and Play
Homeschool families are invited to explore, create, and learn together during Homeschool Day at Minnetrista, featuring hands-on activities, interactive experiences, exhibitions, and outdoor adventures across campus.
Wallace & Gromit™: Get Cracking! Invites Families to Explore Creativity Through Play
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens welcomes Wallace & Gromit™: Get Cracking! beginning May 16, 2026. This interactive exhibition invites children and families to explore creativity, invention, and STEAM learning through hands-on experiences inspired by the beloved animated duo.
Farmers Market at Minnetrista Returns for the Outdoor Season
The Farmers Market at Minnetrista returns for the outdoor season beginning May 2, 2026, featuring local produce, handmade goods, family-friendly activities, and new community initiatives like the Veggie Voucher program.
Garden Fair Returns to Minnetrista for a Weekend of Plants, Music, and Community
Celebrate spring at Garden Fair at Minnetrista, a two-day event filled with plants, live music, local vendors, and family-friendly activities designed to inspire connection and creativity.
Celebrate Arbor Day at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Celebrate Arbor Day at Minnetrista with a free community event featuring a sapling giveaway, tree planting demonstrations, and hands-on activities for all ages.
Minnetrista Explores Local Stories in National History with America at 250: Reflections on Community
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites visitors to explore identity, belonging, and community in America at 250: Reflections on Community, an interactive exhibition on view April 4 through October 25, 2026.
Step Into a Day of Discovery at Family Adventure Day
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites families and friends to celebrate the season at Family Adventure Day on March 25, 2026. This free, campus-wide event offers a full day of hands-on activities, interactive experiences, and opportunities to explore Minnetrista’s gardens, exhibitions, and outdoor spaces—encouraging creativity, connection, and shared experiences for all ages.
Growing Together: Community Seed Swap & Giveaway Returns to Minnetrista on March 21
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, in partnership with Red-tail Land Conservancy, Delaware County Invasive Plant Project, the Master Gardeners of Delaware County, and East Central chapter of the Indiana Native Plant Society invites the community to come together for the annual Community Seed Swap & Giveaway, taking place March 21, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Minnetrista Welcomes Joshua Harris-Till for Community Conversations Connected to Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens will welcome Joshua Harris-Till for a series of community-centered programs March 14–16, 2026, offering meaningful opportunities for reflection, conversation, and connection inspired by the exhibition Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See.
I Am: A Vision of Our Future, a Youth Portrait Exhibition Created with Muncie Juneteenth
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.
A State of Creativity: Minnetrista Presents the 36th Annual Juried Art Show
Experience the vibrant tapestry of Indiana’s artistic talent at the 36th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show, on view from February 28 through May 3, 2026, at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens. Celebrating creativity across the Hoosier State, this juried exhibition showcases a diverse array of artistic expressions and invites visitors to immerse themselves in the rich world of fine art.
Minnetrista Announces Transition to Dual Leadership Model
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, has announced the adoption of a dual leadership model, effective January 2026, designed to enhance strategic capacity and support the organization’s continued growth and community impact. Under this structure, Brian Statz will continue serving as Chief Executive Officer, and Lindsey Horan has been named President.