Summer at the Museum

Schedule

Thu Jul 09 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

416 N Indiana Ave, Bloomington, IN, United States, Indiana 47408 | Bloomington, IN

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Bask in the beauty of summertime with Summer at the Museum!
Cool off with the one-of-a-kind flavors of Ale’s Ice Cream while you create, connect, and enjoy the Museum’s immersive atmosphere. The first 50 attendees will receive a voucher for a free scoop of ice cream!
Get inspired with a range of hands-on activities—from crafting beaded plants and shell trinket dishes to making sun catchers, wind chimes, and personalized keepsakes like painted pots, coasters, or frames. You can even design a whimsical pennant flag full of ocean flair.
Designed for guests of all ages, this relaxed program is perfect for friends, families, or anyone looking to enjoy seaside summer vibes from the heart of Indiana. Beat the heat and join us for an evening of fun!

Parking Information:
Limited complimentary parking is available in front of the museum entrance off Indiana Avenue. Street parking is free on weekdays after 5:00 PM in the neighborhoods surrounding the Museu​m. Paid parking options include the McCalla Building lot off Indiana Avenue, the Indiana Memorial Union lots, and metered street parking in the downtown/Sample Gates area. Metered parking is available along Kirkwood Avenue, East 6th Street, East 4th Street, North Lincoln Street, North Dunn Street, and South Grant Street.
Questions?
For accessibility assistance or questions about this event, please reach out to Camden Hill at [email protected] or (812) 855-1696.
Note:
By attending this event, you agree to be in photography that may be used by the University for promotional purposes. If you would not like to be in any pictures, please speak to a Museum staff member and they will inform assigned photographers of your request. If you see that your image has been used in error, please reach out to [email protected] to request that it be taken down.
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416 N Indiana Ave, Bloomington, IN, United States, Indiana 47408

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