March 26; 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: Campus-Wide; Check-In at Center Building
Free Community Event
Registration Deadline: March 26, 2025
Bring your family and friends for a day filled with exhibition-themed adventures at Minnetrista! With so much to explore, the day offers a choose-your-own-adventure experience. The engaging activities provide opportunities for learning, active family participation, and fun. Enjoy a beautiful spring day at Minnetrista!
Live Animal Shows by Indiana Wild: Two engaging live animal shows will take place in the Cantina, featuring eight incredible animals. The first show begins at 11 a.m., with a second show at 1 p.m.
Screen Printing Station: Guests can get creative at the screen printing station in The Orchard Shop Courtyard. For $8, attendees can receive a custom screen-printed design on a bag, or for just $3, they can bring their own item to be printed.
Storytime: Join us for an interactive storytime at 10:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m. in the Hackley Gallery. Perfect for kids under 5, this activity offers a lively and immersive storytelling experience. We’ll be reading When Spring Arrives by Kevin Henkes!
Betty’s Cabin “Plant a Seed” Craft: Visit Betty’s Cabin Porch to plant your own sunflower and take home a growing reminder of the event.
Bob Ross Coloring Activity: Enjoy a relaxing coloring experience at The Bob Ross Experience by adding your personal touch to a Bob Ross coloring page.
Lawn Games: Head to the Wishing Well Lawn for a variety of classic lawn games, offering fun and friendly competition for the whole family.
Imagination Playground: Unleash your creativity with the big blue blocks in the Indiana Room. Build, create, and play in this interactive play space.
The event will have staggered entry times for a relaxed arrival, but you're welcome to stay and explore all day! Pre-registration is highly encouraged.
Presented by First Merchants Bank.