Looking Back and Looking Forward
Learn the outdoor artifacts from the Minnetrista Heritage Collection artifacts that are incorporated into the design of many of our outdoor spaces – adding not only visual interest, but ways for the public to enjoy the unique beauty and history that our collection has to offer.
Meet Minnetrista's Staff: Our Favorite Books!
Learn about the community bookshelf in the Oakhurst Experience, and discover Minnetrista Staff’s favorite books!
A “Fall Festival” with the Fiber Artists!
During Family Adventure Day, a few fiber artists shared their expertise with visiting families, telling stories about their Cherrywood Challenge artworks and about the joys of quilting, crafting, and more!
DIY Ball Jar Crafts
As Fall nears and our houses become hubs for holiday decorations, gift making, and family gatherings, we want to offer some creative ways to use Ball Jars in your home.
Lincoln Sites Saved by Ball
Learn about how members of the Ball family took a keen interest in saving sites historically connected to President Lincoln’s family and childhood.
Behind the Scenes of Shape ‘Scape
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Shape ‘Scape from the team that created it!
Collections Online
We are excited to announce that there is a new web interface to access the Minnetrista Heritage Collection! Learn more about it here!
A Blog for Kids: Summer Fun at Minnetrista!
Unlock your summer at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens!
25 Years of Garden Fair (1997-2022), A Look Back
Take a look back at 25 years of Garden Fair at Minnetrista!
Pressure Cookers Come and Pressure Cookers Go
Learn about the Ball brothers’ business venture into manufacturing pressure cookers in the 1930s.
A Day in the Life of Minnetrista Visitor Connectors & Experience Guides
Learn about Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Visitor Connector & Experience Guide Team!
News Travels Fast … Sometimes
The letters of Elizabeth “Lizzie” E. Spencer and Robert B. Kersey span the years of 1886 to 1892 and documents their friendship which evolves into a courtship –through their correspondence - and finally marriage.
Miss Ball’s visit to the Burris School
In April 1946, the 5th-grade students at Burris Laboratory School welcomed a special visitor to their class, Betty Ball, who brought several rare children’s books from her collection to show them. Here, you can read the Burris student’s impressions of Betty’s books “from the olden days” in their letters.
Community Building with Pop-up Gardens
Learn about how the Pop-up Garden program, run by Minnetrista’s Horticulture Department, helps the Muncie community improve food insecurity and demonstrate the power of gardening.
Philanthropy, Family Planning, and a Ball family story for Women’s History Month
In this Women’s History Month appropriate story, find out how the Ball Family found solutions to increase community access to healthcare services and educational opportunities for women.
Using SNAP Benefits at the Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Learn how to use your SNAP benefits at the Minnetrista Farmers Market!
An Inventive Mind
Learn about the Safety Egg Barrel! This object is a favorite of the Vice President of Collections and Storytelling, Jessica Jenkins.
Celebrating Valentine’s Day at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway with your partner, a Galentine's celebration with friends, or a day of self-care, Minnetrista Museum & Gardens is the perfect place to celebrate! Here are our top ten recommendations!
Snakes in the Wonderful World of Fruit Jars
Collecting can be a lot of fun. And who doesn’t love fruit jars! But as is so often the case, things are not always what they seem.
Shall We Dance?
The holiday season is a time for all kinds of festive parties and gatherings. Back in the day, Muncie was the scene of a whirlwind of holiday parties and dances over an approximately three-week period in December.