Member Appreciation: Balloon Tours
Join us for an unforgettable experience aboard our 1859 Balloon Voyage. Learn what it takes to make this specific balloon fly and the history behind such an innovative experience. After this guided tour, take in the stunning views of our living history museum and surrounding landscape as you soar 370 feet in the air.
Member Appreciation: Fishing
Join us out at the pond for a relaxing morning of fishing. With exclusive access to this serene fishing spot, our members can cast their line and unwind in nature.
Member Appreciation: "Tea" Talk with Mrs. Campbell and Mrs. Whitaker
Join Mrs. Campbell and Mrs. Whitaker on a leisurely walk down the street of Prairietown as they spill the tea sharing all the concerned news about the citizens in town. The tour will begin at the Golden Eagle and take you down to the Whitaker Store and will last about an hour. This is your opportunity to learn about the citizens of Prairietown and all that is happening in town.
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Member Appreciation: Promise Land as Proving Ground Tour
Join us at Conner Prairie for an immersive guided tour through our exhibit, Promised Land as Proving Ground (PLPG)! This tour encourages personal connections with the historical experiences of Black Hoosiers and offers hands-on learning experiences.
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Member Appreciation: The History in a Seedpod
Unearth the history that is growing under your feet in the Conner Prairie historical gardens. Discover what it takes behind the scenes to plan and care for these gardens and gather some ideas for your next backyard adventure.
Member Appreciation: Hidden Spaces Tour
Calling all members! Celebrate over 200 years of history at the Conner House by exploring the “hidden” spaces of the Conner Family homes that are not open to the general public. Step into the story and the rooms where history has happened and memories continue to be made.
Member Appreciation: Owl Pellet Dissection
Discover how owls connect to their habitats with our Owl Pellet Dissection program. This program encourages all participants to gain a better understanding of an owl’s diet, habitat, and hunting patterns.
Member Appreciation: TORN Tour
Come see TORN: A Family Portrait in Conner Prairie’s new Museum Experience Center! Learn the full story of William and John Conner’s first families with their Lenape wives, Mekinges and Lënapèxkwe. Experience the Lenape language, culture, and history through the lens of these families. Take a tour with our Curator of Native American History and explore the resilience, survival, and sovereignty of the Lenape people, from their homelands on the Atlantic coast to their modern-day headquarters in Oklahoma and Wisconsin.
Member Appreciation: Wellspring Journaling
Wellspring is a reflection of the curiosityand wonder that resides in the ecosystem along the White River. Quotes, poems, and messages throughout the exhibit inspire anyone who visits. For this open-ended journaling session, we'll follow curiosity, wonder, and inspiration to create personal Wellspring Journals.
Member Appreciation: Vault Tour
Come take a closer look at our collections! Get up close and personal with items rarely seen on display on the Conner Prairie grounds, learn how we care for our collection, and meet with the collections manager!