Arts & Culture in Indianapolis
Museums, Concert Venues and More
Invite the entire family to explore Indianapolis arts, including a world-class concert venue, museums and so much more. Our hotel is ideally situated near a number of exciting downtown Indianapolis attractions to experience.
Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 334-3322
Children and adults adore this Indianapolis museum devoted to exciting educational exhibits, such as the SpaceQuest Planetarium, Dinosphere, Fireworks of Glass and others.
Indiana State Museum and IMAX Theater
650 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 232-1637
Made from Indiana materials like limestone, sandstone, steel, brick and glass, the building itself is a marvelous work of art and houses three floors of Core Galleries, which tell the story of Indiana. Visitors also enjoy fascinating changing exhibits in art, science and culture.
“The Lawn” Outdoor Indianapolis Concert Venue
801 West Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 233-2434
The Lawn at White River State Park has been named one of the top 100 outdoor concert venues in the world by Pollstar magazine and is undoubtedly considered the top outdoor concert venue in Indianapolis by everyone else. Artists have included LL Cool J, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Stone Temple Pilots, Daughtry, with many more on the way. With a picturesque backdrop and world-class talent, there simply is no better place to enjoy Indianapolis concerts than The Lawn at White River State Park.
Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
500 West Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 636-9378
Since 1989 the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art has proudly showcased Western and Native American art and cultural objects. The museum's design is additionally inspired by the land, people, and architecture of the colorful American Southwest.
Indiana Historical Society
450 West Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202-3269
(317) 232-1882
Since 1830, the Indiana Historical Society has been the state’s official storyteller, connecting people to the past by collecting, preserving and sharing the state's history. The nonprofit society maintains the nation's premier research library and archives on the history of Indiana and presents a unique set of visitor experiences called the Indiana Experience.
Indianapolis Museum of Art
4000 Michigan Road
Indianapolis, Indiana 46208-3326
(317) 923-1331
The Indianapolis Museum of Art holds a collection of over 50,000 works of art. At the Indianapolis museum, visitors will find art from a variety of cultures and periods in art history. The museum also features national and international traveling exhibitions throughout the year.