152 past events with the minnetrista tag

August 21; 6:30–8:30 p.m. 
Cost: $25 | Member discounts apply 
Oakhurst Gardens and Ed Center Patio 

Explore the wonders of Oakhurst Gardens while savoring an evening of delectable tapas and insightful garden discoveries with James Edwards, Associate Director of Horticulture. As you wander, our expert Horticulture staff will be stationed at key points, ready to illuminate the hidden wonders of our lush gardens, enriching your experience with their knowledge and passion. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays,  August 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, & 29; 8–11 a.m. 
 
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. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays,  August 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, & 29; 8–11 a.m. 
 
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. 

August 28, 29, & 30; 1–4 p.m.
Cost: $140 | Member discounts apply 
Ed Center 

Registration deadline: August 20 

Dive into the world of glass mosaics during this immersive, three-day workshop. Using your own custom-designed pattern, you'll craft a stunning glass mosaic panel. Get ready to unleash your creativity as you work with glass-cutting tools and grinders to bring your artistic vision to life! Participants will be contacted beforehand to discuss pattern requirements.  

Prior experience with glass cutting is necessary for this workshop. All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Glass Workshops are 13 & up unless otherwise noted. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays,  August 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, & 29; 8–11 a.m. 
 
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. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26; 8–11 a.m. 

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. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26; 8–11 a.m. 

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. 

September 8; 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. 
Cost: $30 per person, $15 for children ages 3-12, 2 & under are free | Member discounts apply 
Center Building 

Start the school year right and treat yourself to an epic brunch by our 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 bloody mary flight or mimosa upgrade. Pre-register for convenience; walk-ins are welcome as space allows. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26; 8–11 a.m. 

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. 

September 11; 3–4:30 p.m. 
Cost: $18 | Member discounts apply 
Center Building, Indiana Room 

Gain valuable insights from a panel of esteemed members from the Indiana Wildlife Artists group, including this year's judge, Ann Johnson, as they delve into their purpose, group approach, and the essence of wildlife artistry. Discover what it means to be a wildlife artist through engaging discussions and firsthand experiences shared by these talented individuals. 

September 11; 5:30–7 p.m. 
Circle Drive
Free community event 

Flags of Honor will be displayed from September 4–11 at Minnetrista. Experience a sea of red, white, and blue with friends and family as more than a thousand American flags adorn Minnetrista’s lawn beside the White River Greenway. In partnership with the Exchange Club of Muncie, Flags of Honor recognizes the service and sacrifice of many, including local veterans, current service personnel, fallen heroes, and all who wish to display their pride for our country. On September 11, at 5:30 p.m., America's Hometown Band will begin their pre-ceremony concert, followed by the closing ceremony at 6 p.m. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26; 8–11 a.m. 

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. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26; 8–11 a.m. 

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. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26; 8–11 a.m. 

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. 

September 19; 6–9 p.m. 
Cost: $60 | Member discounts apply
Center Building, Cantina 

Registration deadline: September 16

Participants will have the opportunity to craft their own spooky haunted house fused glass panel, employing a range of glass techniques to bring their chilling creation to life. 

All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Glass Workshops are 13 & up unless otherwise noted. 

September 20; 1–4 p.m.
Cost: $60 | Member discounts apply
Center Building, Cantina 

Registration deadline: September 16

Participants will have the opportunity to craft their own spooky haunted house fused glass panel, employing a range of glass techniques to bring their chilling creation to life. 

All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Glass Workshops are 13 & up unless otherwise noted. 

Opens September 21

Oakhurst Galleries

Step into the captivating narrative of the Ball family and their legacy in this original exhibition exploring Muncie’s most famous family. Through lively storytelling, family photographs, and cherished historic objects, the exhibition will trace the Ball family’s path from Buffalo, NY through their remarkable impact on the East Central Indiana region that continues to this day.

Tuesdays & Thursdays | September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26; 8–11 a.m. 

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. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays | September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26; 8–11 a.m. 

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. 

October 12, 2024 – January 26, 2025

Center Building, Gallery 1

Just as the cold weather goes hand-in-hand with crockpots, canning jars frequently become countertop staples in times of uncertainty. Pulling from Minnetrista’s collection, this original exhibition will explore the history of crisis canning in America. The exhibition will explore how wars, pandemics, and economic struggles have transformed canning from an ordinary mode of cooking into a form of emergency planning. Through this exhibition, we will come to know the everyday heroes who fought for their families through the act of food preservation and how the world has shaped and reshaped their motivations over time.