52 Upcoming Events at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens

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.

Ed Center 
Cost: $55 | Member discounts apply 

Registration deadline: May 26 

Discover the artistry of crafting your own handmade beads in this introductory workshop tailored for beginners. Dive into the captivating world of torchworking, where molten glass transforms before your eyes. Embrace the tactile experience of shaping, molding, and infusing colors into each bead as you acquire fundamental techniques in this beginner-friendly session suitable for all enthusiasts. 

Location: L.L. Ball Home 
Cost: $65–95 | Member discounts apply  

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!” 

Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.

Ed Center 
Cost: $55 | Member discounts apply 

Registration deadline: May 26 

Discover the artistry of crafting your own handmade beads in this introductory workshop tailored for beginners. Dive into the captivating world of torchworking, where molten glass transforms before your eyes. Embrace the tactile experience of shaping, molding, and infusing colors into each bead, as you acquire fundamental techniques in this beginner-friendly session suitable for all enthusiasts. 

Location: Center Building, Cantina 
Cost: $75 | Member discounts apply  

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!” 

Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.

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.

June 3–7; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. 
Cost: $275 | Member discounts apply 
Registration deadline: May 30 

Campers will learn to follow recipes, experiment with kitchen appliances, and broaden their culinary skills! The fun will include a cook-off where teams showcase their new skills and receive feedback from a professional chef on Minnetrista’s hospitality team.  

For young chefs 9–11 years old. Lunch provided. 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
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. 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
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

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.

June 8; 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free community event 

Celebrate the beauty of birds at Betty’s Cabin by crafting your own pinecone bird feeder. Look through our field guides to learn more about the birds you can see in your backyard and then use our binoculars to spot feathered friends. Following your avian exploration, join us on a family-friendly bird walk through Oakhurst Gardens at 11 a.m. or 1 p.m., where you can discover even more feathered delights! 

June 10–14; 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Cost: $275 | Member Discounts Apply
Registration Deadline: June 6

Attention, aspiring young chefs! Grab your aprons and get ready to dive into the kitchen in our upper-level summer camp. Campers will whip up exciting new recipes, hone their skills with kitchen appliances, and explore techniques to expand their culinary palates.  

For young chefs 12–14 years old. Lunch provided. 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
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. 

June 12; 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 
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. 

June 12; 10–10:45 a.m. & 11–11:45 a.m., June 23; 2–2:45 p.m. & 3–3:45 p.m.
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! 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
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. 

Location: L.L. Ball Home 
Cost: $65–95 | Member discounts apply  

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.