• Blossoming Together: A Celebration of Volunteer Unity & Community

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Enjoy an evening of refreshments, music, and volunteer awards at our annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner. This is one of our favorite nights of the year, where we celebrate our volunteers! In 2025, over 200 volunteers contributed more than 5,000 hours of service. We will celebrate our Silver President’s Awards and Bronze Award Winners. To show […]

  • Artist in Residence: JJ Otero

    Recurring
    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Join us March 16-28 for an opportunity to meet our spring Artist in Residence, JJ Otero (Navajo/Hopi). JJ is an award-winning metalsmith, woodworker, painter, musician, and artist from New Mexico who approaches all his work with one philosophy- “This moment is perfect and there’s nothing lacking.” A former IT professional of 25 years, art and […]

  • Opening Day of Cowboy Couture: The Fashion of Jerry Lee Atwood

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Celebrate the art and fashion of Indianapolis-based fashion designer Jerry Lee Atwood at the Eiteljorg Museum! Specializing in chainstitch embroidery and western wear, Atwood takes inspiration from 20th century western tailors while putting his own twist on contemporary pieces. Atwood’s pieces have been worn by many celebrities, including Post Malone, Lil Nas X, Charley Crockett, and […]

  • Bracelet Workshop with Artist in Residence JJ Otero

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Sign up for JJ Otero's Bracelet workshop on March 28 from 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m. JJ is an award-winning metalsmith, woodworker, painter, musician, and artist from New Mexico who approaches all his work with one philosophy- “This moment is perfect, and there’s nothing lacking.” A former IT professional of 25 years, art and music have always […]

    $30
  • SOLD OUT! Bracelet Stamping Workshop with Artist in Residence JJ Otero

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Sign up for JJ Otero's bracelet stamping workshop on March 21 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. JJ is an award-winning metalsmith, woodworker, painter, musician, and artist from New Mexico who approaches all his work with one philosophy- “This moment is perfect, and there’s nothing lacking.” A former IT professional of 25 years, art and music have […]

    $40
  • Members-Only Coffee & Conversation with JJ Otero

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Join artist-in-residence JJ Otero for a Members-Only Coffee & Conversation. Artist Bio: JJ Otero (Navajo/Hopi) has seen life through artistic lenses even though most of his career has been spent in the Information Technology field. In his current artistic pivot, he has taken on metalsmithing with an intense drive to be the best he’s capable of […]

  • Connected by Heritage

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

     Connected by Heritage is an inspiring art exhibition that celebrates the significant contributions of Latina artists in Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Through this exhibition, we want to showcase the unique viewpoints and experiences of working Latina artists. Each artwork reflects the rich heritage, traditions, and resilience that defines our community. Our goal is to create […]

    Free
  • Postponed: Quillstitch Workshop with Mi’kmaw artist Melissa Peter-Paul

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Please note: Events with this Artist have been postponed and will be rescheduled to a later date; check back soon. Learn how to quill from award-winning Mi’kmaw artist Melissa Peter-Paul on February 28 from 10-Noon! Renowned quillwork artist Melissa Peter-Paul (Mi’kmaw) will share her quill art-making process. These events are in connection with the traveling […]

    $40
  • Postponed: Melissa Peter-Paul (Mi’kmaw) Artist Residency

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Please note: Events with this Artist have been postponed and will be rescheduled to a later date; check back soon. Renowned quillwork artist Melissa Peter-Paul (Mi’kmaw) will lead events at the Eiteljorg Museum and share her quill art-making process. These events are in connection with the traveling exhibition Gaawii Eta-Go Aawizinoo Gaawiye Mkakoons: It’s Not […]

  • Postponed: Melissa Peter-Paul (Mi’kmaw) Artist Residency

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Renowned quillwork artist Melissa Peter-Paul (Mi’kmaw) will lead events at the Eiteljorg Museum and share her quill art-making process. These events are in connection with the traveling exhibition Gaawii Eta-Go Aawizinoo Gaawiye Mkakoons: It’s Not Just A Quillbox that continues through March 29. Thursday FEB 26: 1-4 p.m., Live Demos; included with admission. Friday FEB […]

  • Postponed: Melissa Peter-Paul (Mi’kmaw) Artist Residency

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Renowned quillwork artist Melissa Peter-Paul (Mi’kmaw) will lead events at the Eiteljorg Museum and share her quill art-making process. These events are in connection with the traveling exhibition Gaawii Eta-Go Aawizinoo Gaawiye Mkakoons: It’s Not Just A Quillbox that continues through March 29. Thursday FEB 26: 1-4 p.m., Live Demos; included with admission. Friday FEB […]

  • Leon Jett Memorial Lecture

    Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

    Join us for this year’s Leon Jett Memorial Lecture, honoring the legacy of Leon Jett, the Eiteljorg Museum’s public programs manager from 1999 to 2007. Leon’s passion for inclusive programming ensured that every visitor to the museum could see themselves reflected in its art, exhibitions, and events. This annual lecture continues his mission by spotlighting […]