Free Admission @ Indiana Historical Society

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, families are invited to enjoy free admission and take part in a day focused on reflection, creativity, and community. Guests can join a hands-on service project by designing canvas bags for Concord Neighborhood Center and explore a Wall of Reflection that honors Dr. King’s legacy. Children and adults can work on meaningful crafts inspired by themes of peace, unity, and community, including creating artwork of the world to show how they can make a positive difference and painting their own MLK silhouette as a reminder of his guiding principles.

Throughout the day, visitors are encouraged to bring donations that will support veterans and their families through HVAF of Indiana. These items will be turned into care packages after the event. Families can also visit the W. Brooks and Wanda Y. Fortune History Lab on the second floor for stories, a sensory bin, and other hands-on activities. A special presentation by Susan Hall Dotson, “Dr. King’s Visits to Indiana,” highlights the impact of his time in the state and includes a brief Q&A.

Schedule Highlights

• Museum exhibits open: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Crafts, activities, and reflection station: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Presentation by Susan Hall Dotson, “Dr. King’s Visits to Indiana”: 1 p.m. (approximately 40 minutes, with Q&A)

Good to know

• Admission is free on MLK Day; reserving tickets in advance is encouraged
• Visitors are invited to bring donation items for HVAF of Indiana to support veterans and their families
• Activities include bag decorating for Concord Neighborhood Center, MLK themed art projects, and hands-on activities in the History Lab
• The celebration is presented by The Charlitta and Robin Winston Family Fund for African American History