MEMBERS ONLY: Coffee and Conversation with Susan Charlesworth
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesJoin us for an exclusive Members-Only Coffee & Conversation featuring Susan Locke Charlesworth (Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma), an award-winning basket weaver. Susan will share insights into her artistic journey, showcase traditional and contemporary basketry, and present images from a recent IU presentation. Enjoy coffee, donuts, and engaging conversation with fellow members. RSVP required—limited space available. […]
Spring Break Drop-In Art Making Activities
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesAll week long from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., guests of all ages can create their own art through immersive and educational opportunities. These hands-on crafts include printmaking, stringing beads and creating a paper landscape. All art created can be taken home and is included with museum admission.
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 with an Eiteljorg Guide.
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 beadwork ever presented in North America, making its only U.S. appearance at the Eiteljorg. Featuring more than 100 works by Canadian and U.S. Native bead […]
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 Week Programming: Thursday, April 10th 1-3 p.m. - Artist meet & greet with Nico Williams and Audie Murray Friday, April 11th 5:30 p.m. - Members-Only […]
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 […]
Growing, Thriving, Volunteering! – Volunteer Recognition Dinner
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesJoin us for an evening of appreciation and celebration! Whether you've given 10 hours or 100, we are deeply grateful for the incredible volunteers who make delivering our mission possible. During the event, we will honor those who have hit milestone service years and recognize those who have given over 100 hours of service in […]
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.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesInterested in volunteering at the Eiteljorg? Check out our upcoming events! Spring/Summer- Every other Thursday & select Saturdays | Eiteljorg Museum Gardens Put your gardening expertise to work by helping us maintain the Eiteljorg gardens. Thursday, April 24 | 10:00am - 1:00pm Saturday, April 26 | 10:00am - 1:00pm Thursday, May 8 | 10:00am - […]