Conner Prairie

Located in Fishers, Indiana, Conner Prairie is a nationally acclaimed history destination spanning more than 1,000 wooded acres. Indiana's first Smithsonian affiliate, the outdoor museum combines history with science and encourages visitors to explore Indiana's natural and cultural heritage through hands-on, immersive and interactive experiences. Conner Prairie is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.

Don't miss annual events like Headless Horseman and A Merry Prairie Holiday.

Step Inside History: The Museum Experience Center

The Museum Experience Center features six indoor immersive areas where guests explore, discover and play as they enter a new way of experiencing Prairietown. Areas include "Power of Place," tracing 15,000 years of community development along the White River; "Wellspring," which recognizes Wes Bruce and The Curious Life; and "Torn: A Family Portrait," which explores the deeper story of Conner Prairie's founding family.

The MEC also features the Harvest Café and Ricker Prairie Overlook, providing year-round indoor dining with sweeping views of the historic grounds. Accessibility features include elevators, stroller and wheelchair accessibility, a dedicated sensory room, sensory kits and monthly sensory-friendly hours.

Centuries of Resilience: Promised Land as Proving Ground

This exhibit covers centuries of African American history in Indiana from pre-colonial Africa to the present day. The exhibit explores the development of African American faith ways and their true expression through food, music, dance and activism from traditional African religion to the African American church.

When you visit Conner Prairie, stay at a nearby hotel and explore the Fishers’ downtown Nickel Plate District. Families can check out favorites like Topgolf, IKEA, The Escape Room, K1 Speed, and more, along with dining options like Four Day Ray Brewing.

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Access Pass

Conner Prairie is proud to join forces with other local museums and cultural attractions to make fun family learning more accessible through the Access Pass program. Indiana families that meet the program requirements can visit Conner Prairie and all participating locations for just $2 per family member per visit, for up to two adults and dependent youth living in the household.

Aides enjoy complimentary admission with employee ID or proof of employment.

• Hoosier Healthwise Insurance (Indiana’s health care program for low-income families, pregnant women, and children)
• SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
• TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
• CSFP (Commodity Supplement Food Program)
• HIP (Healthy Indiana Plan - Basic and Plus)
   

Military Admission Relief

Conner Prairie offers admission relief to the military by providing complimentary daytime general admission to active-duty, retired and veteran military members and 50 percent off the general admission price for up to five immediate family members. Military ID is required. This discount is valid only for daytime general admission and is offered year-round.

Questions? Call Guest Services at 317.776.6006 or 800.966.1836.

Hours and Admission

Tuesday - Sunday | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

General Admission Tickets

• Advance Online Tickets:
  Adults 13+ $24; Seniors 65+ $22; Youth 2-12 $18; Conner Prairie Members and youth under age 2 are admitted free.
• Gate Tickets:
  Adults 13+ $26; Seniors 65+ $24; Youth 2-12 $20; Conner Prairie Members and youth under age 2 are admitted free.
  Groups tours (Groups of 15 or more should make reservations in advance by calling Guest Services at 317.776.6000).

Check connerprairie.org for special holiday hours, programs and classes.

Frequently Asked Questions About Conner Prairie

What is the best time of day to visit Conner Prairie? Plan to arrive when the gates open at 10 a.m. to get the most time on the 800-acre grounds before crowds build midday. Morning visits are especially rewarding in summer, when outdoor areas are more comfortable before afternoon heat sets in. Allow at least four to five hours — most families find a full day goes fast.

What are the must-see attractions at Conner Prairie? First-time visitors should make time for Prairietown, the 1836 living history village where costumed interpreters bring frontier Indiana to life. The Museum Experience Center's six immersive indoor galleries are a newer highlight, as is the Promised Land as Proving Ground exhibit, which explores centuries of African American history in Indiana. Families with young children love the hands-on areas throughout the grounds, and the tethered hot air balloon ride is a perennial favorite when weather permits.

Is Conner Prairie open year-round? Conner Prairie operates seasonally. General admission is typically available Tuesday through Sunday from late March through late fall. The museum also hosts special ticketed events during the holiday season, including A Merry Prairie Holiday, which extends the experience into December. Hours vary by season and for special events, so check connerprairie.org before you visit to confirm current schedules.

Annual Events

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