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The 6 Best Family Activities for October

6 of The Best Family Activities for October. October is right around the corner and with it comes cool temperatures, colorful leaves, apple cider and lots of outdoor fun. For our family, October is as busy as December with lots of birthdays and fun fall activities. We’re big into Halloween too so we’re definitely ready to celebrate October.

I want to preface by saying that we will not be doing everything on this list this year because of the pandemic but are excited about being able to do them again in the future. Here are the best family activities for October.

Piney Acres Farm- Indiana

1. Visit a Pumpkin Patch

I don’t remember a year where I didn’t visit a pumpkin patch. Even without kids, we’d visit the pumpkin patch a couple times each year. With the kids, I love finding the pumpkin patches that have one fee to enter and you’re able to stay and play on on the games as long as you’d like. A favorite around Indy is Piney Acres Farm where they have TONS of games, a corn maze, hayrides, and lots of beautiful pumpkins to bring home.

2. Watch Halloween Movies

Both my daughter and I watch Halloween and Christmas movies year-round. However, starting October 1st, we start the Halloween Movie Marathon where we watch at least one Halloween movie per week. I rounded up our favorites for kids 6 and under in this post. Lots of ‘kid-friendly’ lists seem to have scary movies or movies that may not be appropriate for younger kids, which is why I made this list.

3. Make Fall or Halloween Crafts

We have a couple tubs of Halloween decorations for when October rolls around but fall brings out the craftiness in me. I’m happy to light a fall candle, open the windows, throw on a sweatshirt, and get in some good crafting on the weekends. Some of my favorites have been this Halloween Street Sign, Fall Pumpkin Flower Arrangement, Fall Felt Leaf Garland, and this year’s Fall Mickey Pumpkin.

Halloween Candy Cookie Pizza

4. Bake some Fall or Halloween Treats

Nothing is better than sweats when the air gets cool. Which means treats are totally fine. All the pumpkin spice is super nice but I especially love baking with my kids. There’s just something about sharing our love of sweet themed treats that really brings us together. My all-time favorite Halloween treat is Candy Cookie Pizza. I used to ask for it as my birthday cake growing up because I love it so much. I also love this round up if you’re going to be Booing neighbors or going to a Halloween party.

5. Visit Local Fall Attractions

Where I live, you could easily fill each weekend with fall activities all over the city. Each year we try a new place but we love all the other traditions so much that we end up just adding more each year. Most of the places around Indy have their events free for members which is an awesome way to be able to have lots of fun without spending any extra before holiday shopping.

Some of our must-dos are Conner Prairie’s Headless Horseman, ZooBoo at the Indianapolis Zoo, The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (tons of different locations and events), and the Haunted House at The Children’s Museum. Not to mention all of the haunted houses, corn mazes, and amusement parks that celebrate Halloween.

family activities for october

6. Go Camping and Hiking

Fall has always been my favorite time to camp. The foliage is beautiful and the temperatures are perfect for all-day hiking and warming up with s’mores by the campfire at night. Growing up, we went to Spring Mill around Halloween and it was my favorite camping trip ever. Everyone decorated their sites with Halloween decorations and there was a hayride and a spooky ghost walk through the old mill. We’re so excited to incorporate these traditions into our own family and we’re starting this year with an October camping trip in our newly renovated popup camper The Popup Jungle. Brown County State Park is another awesome place to camp this time of year.

And if all else fails, visit Disney World. October is our favorite month to visit the Happiest Place on Earth and I am so bummed that we had to cancel our first family trip this year due to the pandemic. Thankfully, we still have lots of things to do (some from this list are still very safe). Let me know what your best family activities for October are for this year!

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Fall Fun at Piney Acres Farm

Fall has begun and despite the warm weather we have started our favorite fall traditions. We’ve made fall trail mix, started Halloween movies, made fall crafts and went to check out the fall fun at Piney Acres Farm. There are 11 pumpkin patches within a 40 minute drive of our home and we’ve explored 9 so far. Piney Acres Farm went straight to the top for family fun for a great price.

For the Kids

During the media preview we were able to experience everything other than the gem mining. For the fall 2019 season there is so much to do in the Kid Zone and they’re expanding it for the 2020 season. Currently kids can explore Swings, Slides, Spider Climbing Net, Rock Wall Climbs, Suspension Bridge, Fire Man Poles, Cow Barrel Train Rides, Rope Maze, Jump Pad, Mega Slide, Hay Mountain, Giant Rocking Chair, Climbing Tires, 4 Tier Sandbox, Pedal Carts, Zombie Shoot Game, Pumpkin Bowling, Barnyard Animals, Corn Hole, Horse Shoes, Fishing Game, Duck Races, Giant Tumbler, Gem Mining and 1 Acre Kid’s Corn Maze.

For the Brave

This section I was not brave enough to explore. Piney Acres Farm is known for their Scream Farm and just looking at the website will be giving me nightmares tonight! The farm features 3 horrifying attractions, and up to 72 acres of terror! Experience Dr. Rex E. Zenors latest experiment in the infamous haunted loft. Get lost in the 6 acre haunted trail complete with hillbilly horror hysteria. Or strap yourself in, and experience the end of the world in a real live zombie apocalypse on the haunted hayride!

For the Family

My favorite part of the trip was taking a hayride around the farm. You can take the hayride out to the pumpkin patch to pick out your own special pumpkin! Other highlights to do with your whole family: pick up some Gourds & Indian Corn for decorating, Indiana Corn Maze, Barnyard Animal Encounters, NEW Barnyard Tumbler Attraction, NEW Apple Cannon, Farm Store with Fall Decor Items and a snack bar with options for the whole family. I suggest the fall funnel cake!

What is your favorite fall tradition?
Opening day for the 2019 season is Saturday September 28, 2019 at 10 a.m. Check their website for general admission ticket prices as well as pricing for paid activities.

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Fall fun for the family at Piney Acres Farms in Indiana. Activities include hay rides, pumpkin patch, jump pad, kid zone games, corn maze and haunted loft.

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Fall Events at Indiana State Museum

I’m not sure why but this year I’m really getting in the mood for Fall. I’m excited for pumpkin patches, cozy sweaters and warm apple cider. Strangely, this year I’m excited to check out some ghost related events! I’ve always been a scaredy cat when it comes to spooky Halloween festivities but I’m going to put my big girl pants on and try something new this year!

Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites has tons of great Fall happenings this year.


Photo courtesy of Indiana State Museum
Photo courtesy of Indiana State Museum

13 haunted happenings from the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites

1. Quirky Queries: Ghost Hunting 101 – Indiana State Museum (Indianapolis) 
What: Join the Friday Night Paranormal ghost hunting group to hear ghost hunting tales, learn about paranormal equipment and discover stories about hauntings at the historic sites. 
When: 6-9 p.m., Sept. 10 
Price: $10/members, $15/non-members

2. Ghost Walks – Lanier Mansion (Madison) 
What: Enjoy a nighttime, behind-the-scenes tour of the mansion and hear spooky stories related to the house and its former inhabitants. Not recommended for those younger than age 10.
When: 7:30-8:30 p.m. & 9:30-11 p.m., Sept. 14, 21 & 28, Oct. 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26
Price: $10/adult members (ages 18+), $2/youth members (ages 10-17); $15/adult non-members, $7/youth non-members

3. Literally, A Haunted House – Culbertson Mansion (New Albany) 
What: Experience thrills and chills in Southern Indiana’s longest-running haunted attraction, at the Culbertson Mansion’s Carriage House. 
When: Opens at 7 p.m., Sept. 27 & 28, Fridays and Saturdays in October
Price: $15/person

4. Family Fright Night – Indiana State Museum (Indianapolis) 
What: Dress in your Halloween best for a night of family-friendly spooky fun, mad science experiments, monsters, mazes, a costume contest and more. 
When: 6-9 p.m., Oct. 11
Price: $5/members, $10/non-members, $7/Girl Scouts with ID, free for children younger than age 3


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Magician Richard Darshwood hands a portion of rope to an audience member to inspect during his performance on Saturday evening following the 2018 Culbertson Mansion Benevolence Award. Staff photo by Tyler Stewart Indiana State Museum

5. Owl-oween – Gene Stratton-Porter (Rome City)
What: Learn about owls, bats, raccoons, snakes and other creatures of the night, and enjoy tricks and treats along the way. 
When: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Oct. 11 & 12
Price: $4/members, $5/non-members, free for children younger than age 3

6. High Spirits – T.C. Steele (Nashville) 
What: Enjoy an evening of magic, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails with Richard Darshwood as he puts on a show of mystery and intrigue that must be seen to be believed!
When: 5-7 p.m., Oct. 12
Price: $25/members, $30/non-members

7. Spooky Halloween Cruises – Whitewater Canal (Metamora)
What: Experience a spooky evening boat ride when the Ben Franklin III Canal Boat will be hauntingly decorated, and a professional storyteller tells family-friendly spooky stories.
When: 7:30, 8 and 8:30 p.m., Oct. 12 & 19
Price: $4/members, $5/non-members

8. Ghost Stories Under the October Sky – T.C. Steele (Nashville)
What: Bring a picnic supper and blanket and bundle up for an evening of spooky storytelling by the cemetery at T.C. Steele State Historic Site. Famous and local ghost stories will be told, and popcorn will be served. 
When: 7-9 p.m., Oct. 18
Price: Free for members; $10/adult non-members, $8/senior non-members, $5/youth non-members (ages 3-17)

9. Fort Fright – Vincennes (Vincennes) 
What: Have a spooky good time exploring Fort Knox II during “no-scare hours” when little ones can enjoy the fun of games, activities, a hayride and more. During “haunted hours,” families can test their courage by visiting spooky stations located across the site and taking a haunted hayride. 
When: 6:00-7:30 p.m. (no-scare hours) & 7:30-10 p.m. (haunted hours), Oct. 18, 19, 25 & 26
Price: $6/adult members (ages 13+), $3/youth members (ages 12 and younger); $8/adult non-members, $5/youth non-members

10. Halloween Hullaballoo – Angel Mounds (Evansville) 
What: A family-friendly Halloween festival complete with a corn maze, hayride and trick-or-treating. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. 
When: 6-9 p.m., Oct. 19 & 26
Price: $5/person

11. Real Haunted Happenings – Corydon Capitol (Corydon)
What: Take a lantern-guided tour of spooky locations throughout historic downtown Corydon and hear stories of the unexplained. 
When: 8-9:20 p.m. & 9:30-11 p.m., Oct. 26
Price: $13/members, $15/non-members

12. Movies at the Museum: Hocus Pocus – Indiana State Museum (Indianapolis)
What: Put on your PJs, grab a blanket, sleeping bag or lawn chair and join us for some movie magic with a classic Halloween favorite in our Great Hall. 
When: 7-9:30 p.m., Oct. 26 
Price: $3/members, $5/non-members

13. Triple Treat – New Harmony (New Harmony)
What: Walk the moonlit streets of New Harmony and join in discussions about the history and hauntings in town, then use professional paranormal equipment to see who might decide to communicate.
When: 7-9 p.m., Oct. 26
Price: $40/person

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The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is located in White River State Park in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. It is Indiana’s museum for science, art and culture, offering a place where you can celebrate, investigate, remember, learn and take pride in Indiana’s story in the context of the broader world. Even the building is a showcase of the best Indiana has to offer in architecture, materials and sculpture. Easy and convenient parking is available in the attached underground garage.

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Fall Fun at The Indiana State Museum

Fall fun for everyone at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites.– It’s almost September, and that means one thing: Fall is nearly here.

This autumn, the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites has everything your family needs to get into the fall spirit. From beautiful leaf-viewing destinations to spooky nights out, it’s time to grab your boots, throw on a cozy sweater and hit the road.

We’ve got your fall checklist covered – and we promise these are events and opportunities you won’t want to miss.

You can learn about all of our historic sites, including hours and locations, at this link.

Fall Pumpkin Flower Arrangement

Fall foliage? Check.

Nothing says fall like the spread of gorgeous fall colors across the trees, and what better place to see the colors of autumn than Brown County?

This location is a destination for lovers of fall leaves, and T.C. Steele State Historic Site is the perfect place to take in the beauty so breathtaking it inspired Hoosier artist T.C. Steele himself. Just over an hour south of Indy, your family can visit the gardens for free, or take a tour of his home and stuio with purchase of general admission.

If you’re looking for more fall foliage photo ops, travel north to Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site or Limberlost State Historic Site. The sight of the leaves across gorgeous Sylvan Lake at Gene Stratton-Porter or in the woods surrounding Limberlost isn’t something you’ll want to miss. Plus – admission to the grounds at Gene Stratton-Porter is free as well.

Hayride? Check.

It’s not fall without a hayride – or a full-on Halloween festival.

At Angel Mounds State Historic Site, attend the Halloween Hullabaloo on Oct. 20 and 27 for just $5 per person. Take a haunted hayride and enjoy games and crafts, plus see if you can escape the Mummy’s curse in “The Tomb.” Visitors are invited to dress in costume and collect candy in trick-or-treat bags throughout the night.

PS: You can also take a haunted hayride at Vincennes State Historic Sites during Fort Fright.

Events Happening this Fall at the Indiana State Museum

Costume contest? Check.

For some, fall is all about Halloween – and the costumes. On Oct. 5, strut your ghoulish stuff in a costume contest during Family Fright Night right here in Indy at the Indiana State Museum. During this night of spooky fun, you can compete in a costume contest, conduct spooky science experiments, create your own monster mask and more. Admission for this event is just $10 for members, $16 for non-members, and free for children age 3 and younger.

Haunted house? Check.

Most haunted houses may be totally fake, but we’ll do you one better with “Literally, A Haunted House” at Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site. Here, visitors have been scared since 1985 as they explore the haunted Carriage House of Culbertson Mansion. After the mansion was auctioned off years ago, it fell into disuse, and dark legends abound concerning tragic fires, spiritual activity and even demonic possession. This haunted house is not for the faint of heart, and it’s recommended for attendees age 10 and older – if they dare.

Or, in a twist on the usual haunted house, visit Fort Fright at Vincennes State Historic Sites, where visitors of all ages can explore the haunted trail around Fort Knox II. During no-scare hours, visitors can enjoy games, a hayride and more. But, once the spookier hours hit, be prepared to test your courage with dramatic scare scenes around the fort.

Spooky stories? Check.

Maybe a haunted house just isn’t your scene – and that’s okay! Instead, enjoy spooky story programs at two of our locations, with tons of Halloween fun for the entire family.

Limberlost State Historic Site will offer spooky stories in a Spooks and Spirits program on Oct. 20 at the Loblolly Marsh, where visitors can enjoy Halloween-themed stories, roast marshmallows and take a night hike through the marsh. At Whitewater Canal State Historic Site on Oct. 13 and 20, visitors can take a Halloween-themed boat ride on the canal while hearing family-friendly spooky stories from a professional storyteller, all in conjunction with the Haunted Village of Metamora.

Ghost walk? Check.

For die-hard Halloween lovers, several of our events take the spookiness to the next level by featuring haunted happenings about real historical events – or even, possibly, real spirits.

You can investigate the paranormal for yourself at New Harmony State Historic Site during after-hours tours where you can use real paranormal equipment. Or, take a ghost walk at Lanier Mansion State Historic Site or Corydon Capitol State Historic Site. At Lanier Mansion, you’ll tour the home and hear the chilling tales related to the house and its former residents. At Corydon, staff will tell you about their own supernatural encounters and take you on a tour to the alleged haunts throughout the town.

Fall fun at the Indiana State Museum

Fall-themed date night? Check.

Adults need fall fun, too – and we have two date nights perfect for a fall night out.

“The Dark Parlour” at Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site is sure to entertain, with an evening of “spirit theatre” that will make you question what you see – and what you believe. This event is open to all ages, and cocktails are available for purchase for those 21 and older.

High Spirits at T.C. Steele State Historic Site will explore the Victorian fascination with ghosts and spiritualism, and attendees will also see a magic show. Plus, enjoy cocktails and hors d’oervres, as well as a twilight stroll through Steele’s studio and home.

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The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is located in White River State Park in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. It is Indiana’s museum for science, art and culture, offering a place where you can celebrate, investigate, remember, learn and take pride in Indiana’s story in the context of the broader world. Even the building is a showcase of the best Indiana has to offer in architecture, materials and sculpture. Easy and convenient parking is available in the attached underground garage.

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Events Happening at the Indiana State Museum This Fall

Events Happening at the Indiana State Museum This Fall- Just like summer, there is no shortage of fun going on in Indianapolis this fall for families. Here is the line up for September through October. Be sure to check out all the free events as well!

Events Happening at the Indiana State Museum This Fall

Fall – September through October

NEW ISM Experience: The Art of the Brick®

  • When: Sept. 29 – Jan. 6
  • Price: Included with admission
  • What: Children and adults alike will marvel at the incredible art made from millions of LEGO bricks in this traveling exhibit from artist Nathan Sawaya. The Art of the Brick® has traveled around the world to locations such as Australia, Taiwan, Singapore and China, and it will be coming to the Indiana State Museum beginning September 29. Visitors will see more than 70 creations from Sawaya, then be able to build their own LEGO creations in a special LEGO play area. The exhibit is the first-ever art exhibition to focus exclusively on LEGO bricks as an art medium.  More info to follow.

 

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NEW ISM Experience: Cardboard Engineering

  • When: Sept. 29 – May 27
  • Price: Included with admission
  • What: Imaginations will run wild in the Indiana State Museum’s Cardboard Engineering experience opening Sept. 29, where visitors will find a room filled with the raw materials to turn fantastic ideas into incredible cardboard creations. Whether building a house or a spaceship, a school bus or sculpture, visitors will be inspired to dream up whatever they’d like to build in this area of free creation. More info to follow.

 

ISM Event: Family Night Out: Spooky Science

  • When: 6 to 8 p.m., Oct. 5
  • Price: $8/member, $15/non-member
  • What: Dress in your Halloween best for a night of Spooky Science at the Indiana State Museum. See a shocking demonstration on static electricity, make things bubble, glow and ooze, create your own eerie decorations and meet a mad scientist. Strut your stuff in a costume contest, and enter to win prizes in categories like “spookiest costume,” “best science costume,” “best homemade costume,” and “best Indiana connection costume.”

Events Happening this Fall at the Indiana State Museum

Angel Mounds State Historic Site: Halloween Hullabaloo

  • When: 6 to 9 p.m., Oct. 20 and 27
  • Price: $5/person, free for children under 3
  • What: Visitors are invited to evenings of spooky fun at Angel Mounds State Historic Site this October. Test your bravery in the Haunted Maze and escape the Mummy’s Curse in “The Tomb.” For those less brave, spend time working on games and crafts, get lost in the corn maze and take a tour of our property on our haunted hayride. Don’t forget to stop by the concession stand to warm up with a mug of hot chocolate. Visitors are invited to bring their trick-or-treat bags to collect candy throughout the night.

 

Corydon Capitol State Historic Site: The Capitol Ball

  • When: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Sept. 8
  • Price: $15/individual, $25/couple
  • What: Guests at the ball will learn dances that could have been danced during Indiana’s first capital period (1816-1825). Dances will be called, so no prior experience is needed. Live music will be provided by Keltricity. Prior to the ball, free practice sessions will be offered for those who would like some practice beforehand. Attendees are encouraged to dress in period costume, and light refreshments will be served. This event will be held at the Harrison County YMCA. Reservations are preferred and can be made by calling 812-738-4890.

 

Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site: Literally, A Haunted House

  • When: Opens at 7 p.m. each night, Sept. 28, 29; Oct. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
  • Price: TBD
  • What: Scaring since 1985, the Culbertson Mansion’s annual haunted house has all of the thrills and chills you would expect of a haunted house. This haunting takes place in the Carriage House of the Culbertson Mansion. Originally, the carriage house sheltered the family’s horse, buggy and the male servants to the household. After the Mansion was auctioned off, the carriage house fell into disuse…but dark legends abound concerning tragic fires, spiritual activity and even demonic possessions. Are you brave enough to traverse the haunted carriage house of the Culbertson Mansion? Come, if you dare!

 

Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site: Sip and Create

  • When: 6 p.m. to about 8 p.m., Sept. 8 and Nov. 10
  • Price: $25.00/person, for adults 21+
  • What: Join this program to design and create take-home pieces inspired by Gene Stratton-Porter and her love of nature. Staff and volunteers will guide you as you create pieces using natural elements that Gene showcased at her home in Wildflower Woods. September will feature milkweed pods to create unique ornaments, and November will feature family photographs in the creation of a beautiful holiday wreath. Each session includes supplies, snacks and Indiana-made wine.

 

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site: Ghost Walks

  • When: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Sept. 15, 22, 29; Oct. 13, 20, 26, 27
  • Price: $15/adult, $7/youth ages 12 to 17, not recommended for those under 12 years of age
  • What: Is Lanier Mansion haunted? Visitors can find out for themselves during a ghost walk on select nights in September and October. Visitors will go inside the mansion and enjoy a nighttime, behind-the-scenes tour of the home, hearing spooky stories related to the house and its former inhabitants. After the tour, visitors can journey on to three other locations to hear stories about those sites as well, with the final stop at the Broadway Tavern – where participants age 21 and older can enjoy an additional “spirit” if they wish.

 

Levi and Catharine Coffin State Historic Site: At the Underground Railroad’s Grand Central Station: A Poetry Workshop for Kids

  • When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sept. 22 and Oct. 27
  • Price: $5/youth in grades 1 through 8; reservations required by calling 765-847-1691.
  • What: Youth are invited to spend a day with Indiana poet Shari Wagner for a poetry workshop at the Levi & Catharine Coffin State Historic Site. At the workshop, they will get familiar with the story of Levi & Catharine Coffin, Quakers whose 1839 home was at one time known at the “Grand Central Station of the Underground Railroad.” Children will enjoy a guided tour of the Coffin home and then work one-on-one with Wagner, where they will acquire insight into how they can express their reactions to the Coffin story and the history of the Underground Railroad. This program is supported by the Indiana Arts Commission.

 

Limberlost State Historic Site: Twilight Adventure

  • When: 7 to 9 p.m., Sept. 22
  • Price: $4/adult, $3/youth ages 3-17, free for those under 3 years of age
  • What: Explore the Loblolly Marsh as the sun goes down. Take a twilight hike, enjoy an animal presentation with skulls, furs and nests, and roast marshmallows around a campfire to cap off the evening. This event starts at the Loblolly Marsh Pavilion.

 

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New Harmony State Historic Sites: Paranormal Investigations

  • When: 6:30 to 11 p.m., Sept. 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
  • Price: $50/person. Tickets can be purchased at www.hauntednewharmony.com.
  • What: Explore the historic buildings of New Harmony after-hours alongside a host of paranormal investigators. This hands-on experience will allow you to communicate with the souls who may inhabit the space using a variety of real paranormal equipment.

 

T.C. Steele State Historic Site: 30th Annual Great Outdoor Art Contest

  • When: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sept. 8
  • Price/Registration: Early bird registration (Aug. 1-31) is $10/adult, $5/youth under age 17. Regular admission (Sept. 1-8) is $15/adult, $10/youth under age 17. Registration materials available beginning Aug. 1 at www.tcsteele.org/programs. Day-of registration allowed.
  • What: The oldest plein air painting competition in Indiana celebrates its 30th year in 2018! Gates open at 7 a.m. for artists to bring their blank pages and canvases to be stamped in the site classroom, then it’s off to work. Artwork is judged at 2 p.m. beside the Formal Garden, and awards for child and adult categories are announced starting at 3:15 p.m. First place and People’s Choice winners will be displayed at the Brown County Art Guild following the competition. Brozinni Pizzeria will sell pizza by the slice and salads for lunch. The Great Outdoor Art Contest is part of Brown County Art Colony Weekend, Sept. 7-9.

 

T.C. Steele State Historic Site: Opening of new Visitors Center and Studio Wagon

  • When: Opening dates TBD
  • What: This fall, visitors to the T.C. Steele State Historic Site will enjoy a brand new Visitors Center as well as an interactive studio wagon experience based on Steele’s own studio wagon that he used to paint in various locations. More info to follow.

 

Vincennes State Historic Sites: Fort Fright

  • When: 6 to 7:30 p.m. (no-scare hours) and 7:30 to 11 p.m. (haunted trail), Oct. 18-20
  • Price: $8/adult, $5/child under the age of 12
  • What: Have a “spooktacular” time at the haunted trail around Fort Knox II and experience scare scenes based on local lore and legend. During the “no-scare hours,” little ones can enjoy games, a hay ride and more. During the “haunted trail hours,” families can test their courage with spooky experiences at dramatic stations around Fort Knox II.

 

Whitewater Canal State Historic Site: Spooky Halloween Cruises

  • When: 7:30, 8 and 8:30 p.m., Oct. 13 and 20
  • Price: $5/person
  • What: The Ben Franklin III canal boat will be hauntingly decorated for night cruises and staff will be dressed in costumes for the occasion. A professional storyteller will be on board to tell family-friendly spooky stories.  Held in conjunction with the Haunted Village of Metamora.

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