Cultural Attractions in Indiana

World-renowned museums, music, amazing architecture and more! With Choice Hotels in Indiana you'll be near it all. Take a look at these cultural vacation attractions in Indiana.

In Indianapolis

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
White River State Park
Indianapolis, IN   46204
317-636-WEST

Explore the customs and traditions of Native Americans and the American West! Featured exhibitions include Totems to Turquoise: Native Jewelry Arts from the Northwest and Southwest, and Illustrators of the Golden West: The Sidney and Rosalyn Wiener Collection. The museum also offers Southwest cuisine at the Sky City Café, authentic Native American and Western gifts and crafts at the Museum Store, and multiple venues available for rent for events and parties.

Indianapolis Museum of Art
1200 West 38th Street
Indianapolis, IN   46208
317-920-2660

On the grounds of IMA, guests will find three unique art experiences. The Indianapolis Museum of Art consists of four pavilions housing collections of American, Asian, Medieval and Renaissance art, British and American furniture and silver, and German porcelain. The Oldfields-Lilly House & Gardens, located on the grounds of IMA, is a 26-acre estate and historic house, home to the Lilly Mansion and surrounded by magnificent grounds and gardens. The newest addition to IMA is the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park. This site offers 100 acres of varied natural settings adjacent to the Museum, which will feature ten artists working in different media that respond to their environments.

In Northern Indiana

Menno-Hof
State Road 5 South
Shipshewana, IN   46565
260-768-4117

Spend a day at Menno-Hof, where you will learn and discover the history, beliefs and lifestyle of the Amish & Mennonites. The facilities feature a unique museum in an Amish-built barn. Hear the fascinating story of the Amish and Mennonites, with multimedia presentations, display areas and historical environments explaining their amazing past. Tour groups welcome.

In Eastern Indiana

Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum
1600 S. Wayne St.
Auburn, IN   46706
260-925-1444

This must-see museum is a National Historic Landmark and offers eight galleries with 120 motorcars. Galleries feature Special Interest Automobiles, the Cars of Indiana, the Raisbeck Engineering Hall of Technology and more!

In Southern Indiana

Mathers Museum of World Cultures
416 N. Indiana Ave.
Bloomington, IN   47408
812-855-6873

This museum, located at Indiana University offers exhibits, events and educational programs to help you learn about different cultures from all over the world.

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