4:00 p.m.
On this behind-the-scenes tour of the 38-room Oliver Mansion, led by Deputy Executive Director Kristie Erickson, you’ll learn about the evolution of the historic house’s technology. Visits to the lower levels of both the mansion and Carriage House show you firsthand how light, heat, and water made the mansion a comfortable place to live throughout the years. The tour is limited. Reservations are required.
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Miniatures and dollhouses have captivated us and been part of our culture for years. Join us at this workshop to assemble your very own “Sweet Shop,” with an entertaining talk and guidance from Mo Miller, who inspired our exhibit Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses. The “Sweet Shop” kit and all materials are provided. Reservations are required. Tickets are $40/adult; $35/member; $30/youth, and include a visit to the exhibit. Suitable for youth 8-14; youth must be accompanied by an adult. A discount is offered for an adult accompanying a youth and sharing a kit.
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Step into the glitz and glamour of the roaring twenties! 🥂✨
The Studebaker Museum and The History Museum invite you to our second annual Bootlegger’s Bash on Friday, April 25th, from 6-10pm.
Experience the high energy of a Gatsby-style soirée with live jazz from The Blackhawk Broadcasters, handcrafted cocktails featuring spirits from Journeyman Distillery, and a variety of 1920s-themed programs that will bring the era to life!
Must be 21+ to attend. No weapons or replica weapons of any kind are permitted. Click the button below for tickets.
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Be enchanted with the wonders of spring at this tea presented by The History Museum. Taking place in the elegant Leighton Gallery, the event features tables of eight, each decorated to reflect all the charms of fairies. This one-of-a-kind experience offers a menu of savories, sweets, and classic teas, and includes a self-guided tour of Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses and a delightful treat for guests. Reservations are required by May 11 or until sold out. This event is extremely popular and sells out quickly. We regret that we are unable to accommodate dietary restrictions. Tickets are $30/adults; $25/members; $15/youth 6-17; and $5/children 5 & under, and can be purchased online by clicking here
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This three-day summer camp for kids 6 to 11 explores race cars, fossils, and pioneers. On the first day, kids experience fast-paced adventures at the Studebaker National Museum as they explore historic Studebaker vehicles, including a car that raced at the 1933 Indianapolis 500. On the second day, kids discover the nooks and crannies of a Victorian mansion as they search for missing fossils. Day three goes back in time to the 1820s when kids interact with costume interpreters for a look a pioneer life at the Navarre Cabin. Conducted by The History Museum and the Studebaker National Museum, the camp is $120 or $100 for members. There is a $10 discount per sibling. Register by CLICKING HERE. Financial needs-based scholarships are available. To apply, please contact Stephanie McCune-Bell,
