5 upcoming events with the museums tag

The Extraordinary World of Zara: Spotting Stars

Join students from Ball State University at the Muncie Children’s Museum for an interactive read-aloud of The Extraordinary World of Zara: Spotting Stars—a new children’s book created in partnership with Ball State students.

Follow Zara’s journey of self-discovery in this heartwarming story that blends social-emotional learning with talent recognition. After the reading, children will participate in hands-on activities designed and facilitated by the students to help them discover their own unique strengths!

Date: Saturday, April 11
Time: 10–11 AM (Pre-K–K) | 11 AM–12 PM (Grades 1–2)
Cost: Included with museum admission | FREE for members
Register here: https://bsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8f6zDHTUF4bb8Gy

Museum Fun for Everyone!

Join us for Museum Fun for Everyone!

Admission to the Muncie Children’s Museum is FREE to all guests on Saturday, April 25, from 10 am to 5 pm, thanks to our free day sponsor, 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚, in honor of Autism Awareness Month! Come explore the museum exhibits for a fun, family-friendly day at MCM!

Art in Bloom 2026 logo

Visit the David Owsley Museum of Art from 5pm to 7pm on Friday, May 15 for a public reception featuring music, hors d'oeuvres, and a cash (only) bar. This Preview Party will kick off Art in Bloom weekend, an annual springtime celebration featuring floral creations inspired by works of art in the galleries!

(On May 16 and May 17 from 1pm to 5pm on both days, visitors can enjoy the arrangements, guided tours, music, and activities for all ages.)

There is no admission fee for this event, and weekend parking at non-metered spots on the Quad Circle is also free.

Save the date and visit bsu.edu/doma/artinbloom for the latest schedule of activities and programs.

The weekend also provides an opportunity to see the special exhibition Nora Krug: Belonging, which closes on June 13.

Visit bsu.edu/doma for more information, and contact Rachel Buckmaster with any questions.

Visit the David Owsley Museum of Art on May 16 and 17 for Art in Bloom, an annual springtime celebration featuring floral creations inspired by works of art in the galleries!

From 1pm to 5pm on both days, visitors can enjoy the arrangements, docent-led tours, music, and activities for all ages. 

(An evening reception from 5pm to 7pm on Friday, May 15, will offer music, hors d'oeuvres, and a cash [only] bar.)

There is no admission fee for this event, and weekend parking at non-metered spots on the Quad Circle is also free.

Save the date and visit bsu.edu/doma/artinbloom for the latest schedule of activities and programs.

The weekend also provides an opportunity to see the special exhibition Nora Krug: Belonging, which closes on June 13.

Visit bsu.edu/doma for more information, and contact Rachel Buckmaster with any questions.

Visit the David Owsley Museum of Art on May 16 and 17 for Art in Bloom, an annual springtime celebration featuring floral creations inspired by works of art in the galleries!

From 1pm to 5pm on both days, visitors can enjoy the arrangements, docent-led tours, music, and activities for all ages. 

(An evening reception from 5pm to 7pm on Friday, May 15, will offer music, hors d'oeuvres, and a cash [only] bar.)

There is no admission fee for this event, and weekend parking at non-metered spots on the Quad Circle is also free.

Save the date and visit bsu.edu/doma/artinbloom for the latest schedule of activities and programs.

The weekend also provides an opportunity to see the special exhibition Nora Krug: Belonging, which closes on June 13.

Visit bsu.edu/doma for more information, and contact Rachel Buckmaster with any questions.