Chloe Newman Minnetrista Museum & Gardens

Free community event  
Center Building, Oakhurst Home, & L.L. Ball Home  

Experience Minnetrista during this all-access event, tailored for older adults. Guests who are 60 or older will enjoy complimentary admission, captivating exhibitions, and exclusive activities crafted just for you! 

Generously sponsored by LifeStream Services and Meeks Mortuary. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays in June; 9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays in June; 9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” 

Painting workshops are suitable for ages 14 and above. 

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free with admission
Oakhurst Gallery 

See art, make art, feel Young at Art! Inspired by works in the exhibition Young at Art: A Selection of Caldecott Book Illustrations, create your own collaged world out of construction paper shapes.  

Cost: $30 per person, $15 for children ages 3-12, 2 and under are free
Member discounts apply 
Center Building 

Indulge in an exceptional buffet by our skilled Hospitality team, featuring elevated cuisine to satisfy your culinary cravings. Your ticket includes unlimited access to the buffet, inclusive of complimentary coffee, tea, and juices. Enhance your brunch experience by opting for a mimosa upgrade. Pre-register for convenience, walk-ins are welcome as space allows. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays in June; 9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays in June; 9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays in June; 9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays in June; 9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from experienced Certified Ross Instructors and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” 

Painting workshops are suitable for ages 14 and above.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event  
Center Building, Heritage Collection Gallery  

Join Karen Vincent, local historian, and author behind Ball Stores: East Central Indiana’s Shopping Center, as she leads a discussion through Minnetrista’s Ball Stores exhibition. Take a trip down memory lane to the vibrant era of downtown department store shopping, uncover fascinating tales from Ball Stores, and discover Karen’s process of transforming research and writing into a buzz-worthy book that has captivated our community! 

Free community event  
Center Building, Heritage Collection Gallery  

Join Karen Vincent, local historian, and author behind Ball Stores: East Central Indiana’s Shopping Center, as she leads a discussion through Minnetrista’s Ball Stores exhibition. Take a trip down memory lane to the vibrant era of downtown department store shopping, uncover fascinating tales from Ball Stores, and discover Karen’s process of transforming research and writing into a buzz-worthy book that has captivated our community! 

Tuesdays and Thursdays in June; 9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays in June; 9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Free community event 

Registration deadline: June 25 

Join us in celebrating our newest exhibition, Bird Photographer of the Year, with a guided birdwatching walk. During this stroll along Minnetrista Boulevard, visitors will have the opportunity to learn about and spot the various bird species inhabiting our waterways. Additionally, we'll explore the significance of river corridors in wildlife conservation efforts. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays in June; 9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net.