Conner Prairie hosts a rotation of outside speakers and experts on Indiana History. Topics to include: natural science, history, folklore, and civics. The goal is to bring experts to our guests so they have an opportunity to learn about a wide range of topics. All will take place at the Prairie House, with the exception of the July 15 event which will take place at the Hamilton County Historic Courthouse in Noblesville.

February 18, 2025, 7pm-8pm: Geriann Albers, Certified Wildlife Biologist at Indiana DNR - Ms. Albers will be discussing central Indiana fur bearing mammals

March 25, 2025, 7pm-8pm: Bryan Glover, Roberts Settlement Descendant - Bryan will discuss the history of the Roberts Settlement, an African American community that began in the 1830s.

May 13, 2025, 7pm-8pm: Dr. R. Douglas Hurt, emeritus professor Purdue University - Dr. Hurt will discuss the history of agriculture in the 19th century Midwest.

July 15, 2025 7pm-8pm: Dr. James Madison - Resistance to the Klan. This program in partnership with other local organizations as part of a series of events discussing the centenary of the D.C. Stephenson trial. Held at the Historic Courthouse in Noblesville.