Festivals and Events
Indigenous Food Sovereignty Dinner with Chef Loretta Oden
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesJoin us on Friday, April 4 from 6–8:30 p.m. at the Eiteljorg Museum for a special evening celebrating Indigenous food sovereignty with Emmy Award-winning chef Loretta Barrett Oden (Citizen Potawatomi Nation). Enjoy a three-course meal featuring her recipes while learning about the rich traditions, ingredients and history behind Indigenous cuisine. Chef Oden, a renowned food writer, TV host […]
Slow Art Day
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesDiscover the joy of experiencing and appreciating art. Peruse the museum's galleries and stop at various slow art stations. Guests can study pieces of art and join in a discussion […]
Radical Stitch Member’s Only Preview
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesExplore the groundbreaking exhibition Radical Stitch, where beadwork transcends tradition to reveal powerful stories of cultural resilience, political expression and artistic innovation. This is the largest exhibition of contemporary Native […]
Radical Stitch Opening Week Programming
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesJoin us for an unforgettable opening event for Radical Stitch, a groundbreaking exhibition where beadwork transcends tradition to reveal powerful stories of cultural resilience, political expression and artistic innovation. Opening […]
Art Prize Pitch Night at The Eiteljorg Museum
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesDon't miss your chance to be part of an inspiring evening celebrating Indigenous creativity! Join us on April 17 as five artists pitch their groundbreaking art ideas for an opportunity to receive a $10,000 grant and showcase their work at ArtPrize 2025 in Grand Rapids. Whether you're cheering on the finalists or just looking to […]
Live Demo and Talk with Tlingit carver Tim Flannery
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesTlingit carver Tim Flannery will be discussing his work and doing a live demo during this public talk on April 25, 2025. Tim comes from the Gaanax.ádi Raven clan, Mink house in Ketchikan, AK. He is the apprentice of master carver Tommy Joseph (Tlingit), and in 2021, they carved a work canoe for Sitka National […]
Trunk Show
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesThe show will offer over 250 pieces of Inuit art, both sculpture and prints, for purchase. Join us in the Lilly Community Space on April 26th 10:00 am - 4:00 pm and April 27th 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm.
National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIW)
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesJoin a gallery conversation, participate in a community art project and learn about the impact of MMIW on Native communities.
Juneteenth and Jazz Community Celebration
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesJuneteenth commemorates the formal abolition of slavery in the United States when federal troops entered Galveston, Texas after the end of the Civil War in 1865 and enforced the Emancipation Proclamation. In honor of Juneteenth and its celebration of freedom, enjoy FREE museum admission with live jazz performances, cultural presentations and poetry readings. Author Shonda […]
Indian Market and Festival
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesThe annual Eiteljorg Indian Market and Festival is an Indy summer tradition and one of the most beloved cultural festivals in the Midwest. Shop for jewelry, pottery, paintings, beadwork and more from 150 artists from across the United States and Canada. Enjoy cultural performances including music, dance and storytelling, and family art-making activities while eating […]
Summer Camp
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesWelcome to the Eiteljorg Explorers Summer Camp for campers entering grades 4-6! Get ready for a fun-filled week of adventure at the Eiteljorg Museum. Join us Monday, Jul 14 - Friday, Jul […]