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Conner Prairie is
YEAR-ROUND
As another summer season wraps up, you’ll find us busy
preparing for an exciting fall and winter, both indoors and
outdoors. Return often this fall for upcoming events and
programs including Headless Horseman, Follow the North
Star and a variety of holiday programs like Conner Prairie by
Candlelight, Holiday Adventures and Breakfast or Dinner
with Santa. Adults will want to mark their calendars for
Holiday Cheers, Prairie Plates and Hearthside Suppers, to
name a few.
Although our outdoor destinations are closing for the season on
October 30, Conner Prairie is open 12 months a year. Indoors,
families with young children can visit Discovery Station &
Craft Corner where opportunities to play, build, create, learn
and grow together are abundant. Create.Connect allows guests
of all ages the chance to explore the effects of wind and the
history of flight, create meaningful inventions, and discover how
science and technology have shaped Indiana history.
The Conner Prairie Store is a great place to shop for the
holidays with unique toys, gourmet treats and a variety of
Indiana- and Conner Prairie-made distinctive gifts.
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1863 Civil War Journey:
Raid on Indiana
Nature Walk
Animal Encounters
River Crossing Play Area
(Reopens Memorial Day)
1836 Prairietown
Lenape Indian Camp
Treetop Outpost
William Conner House
1859 Balloon Voyage
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WALKING DISTANCES
Welcome Center to Lenape: .08 mi
Lenape to William Conner House: .06 mi
William Conner House to Prairietown Portal: .10 mi
Prairietown Portal to Civil War Journey: .12 mi
Prairietown Portal to Golden Eagle Inn: .08 mi
Golden Eagle Inn to Welcome Center: .09 mi
Welcome Center to Civil War Journey: .30 mi
Welcome Center to Treetop Outpost: .30 mi
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Create.Connect
Craft Corner
Discovery Station
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Entrance
Restrooms
Water Fountain
Food
Shady Spot
Tram
Sunscreen
Shopping
Quiet Spot
ACRES AND ACRES
of
interactive awesomeness
The outdoor areas are open through October 30.
1859 Balloon Voyage. | Presented by
Step into 1859 Lafayette, Ind., and experience the story of aeronaut John
Wise’s first airmail flight in the U.S. Float more than 350 feet into the air
in a tethered helium–filled balloon (weather dependent, additional fee)
and experience early aviation firsthand.
NEW! William Conner House. Explore a treasured piece of Indiana
history with a visit to William Conner House, built in 1823 and newly
restored for Indiana’s Bicentennial. Join the Conner family on their journey
through Indiana’s early years in this playfully interactive house, where
hands-on activities and materials tell stories about life in 1825. Then,
stroll through the nearby heirloom gardens and visit the Loom House.
Animal Encounters. Get up close and interact with your favorite farm
friends! Ask our animal specialists about our historical breeds of
livestock, how our animals are cared for year-round on our grounds, and
how Conner Prairie plays an important role in preserving them.
Lenape Indian Camp. Explore the life, culture and relationship between
the Lenape Indians and American fur traders in the year 1816 when
Indiana became a state. Negotiate a deal at the Trading Post, throw a
tomahawk, and learn skills like tanning hides and firing a flintlock rifle.
1836 Prairietown. Step back in time to a bustling pioneer town where
the people, animals, objects, buildings and daily routines are just as they
were in the 19th century. Pick up an Adventure Guide or Achievement
Card at the Outfitter’s Cart and become a traveler, kitchen helper or
housekeeper. Help residents with chores and earn ‘coin’ to spend at
Mr. Whitaker’s store. There is plenty for your entire family to see and do!
1863 Civil War Journey: Raid on Indiana. Enter the southern Indiana
town of Dupont following a raid by Confederate Gen. John Hunt Morgan
and his cavalry. Experience life on the northern homefront and meet its
citizens before deciding if you would enlist to defend your hometown.
Along the way, take in theatrical presentations that use audio, visual and
special effects technology to put you into the middle of the raid. The River
Crossing Play Area is open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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Create.Connect. Venture indoors and play with wind while trying to
keep an aircraft aloft. Emulate industrious Hoosiers of the 1950s by
designing your own invention in the patent office. Challenge yourself by
putting wind to work by building a real windmill. Discover how all these
science, technology, engineering and math feats have a place in Indiana
history.
Supported by
NEW! Treetop Outpost. A four-story whimsical treehouse sits at the
center of this new experience area, inviting you to climb to the top and
take in the view! Inside you’ll find a knot tying station, a reading room
loaded with fun nature books, an investigation station and more. Around
its base you’ll find exciting activity areas. Dig into the sand and uncover
artifacts to help make sense of the past. Build something with your own
hands using bamboo poles, wood blocks and fabric. Create art with forest
colors, textures and shapes. And, add to the forest sounds around you by
playing musical instruments. Stop by Treetop Workshop and take an
Adventure Backpack with you on the Nature Walk. You’ll have all the
tools you need to take a closer look at beautiful birds or intriguing insects
along the way.
Discovery Station & Craft Corner. Children ages 8 and younger are in
charge at Discovery Station, with opportunities to play, explore and even
build their very own hideaways. Climb up a tree-like structure, read a
book inside the book hive, pretend to be a farmer or storekeeper, listen to
a story, or dress up as a critter. Toddlers and crawlers have a tot friendly
space just for them. In Craft Corner activities change monthly and young
artists can experiment with a variety of materials to create awesome art
and cool crafts.
Supported by
Conner Prairie Store and Depot Store. Your visit isn’t complete
without a little shopping. Find a wide variety of Indiana- and Conner
Prairie-made gourmet treats and distinctive gifts, and a variety of
Bicentennial items. Children love the prairie costumes, pioneer games and
toys. Members save 10% on all purchases!
Café on the Common. Enjoy lunch or grab a snack at the café.
Select from a variety of mouth–watering options. Kids menu available.
Open through October 30. Members save 10% on all purchases!
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HOURS
Tuesday–Sunday • 10 am–5 pm
ADMISSION PRICES
ADULTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $17
SENIORS (ages 65+) . . . . . . . . . .$16
YOUTH (ages 2–12). . . . . . . . . . . $12
MEMBERS &
YOUTH UNDER AGE 2 . . . . FREE
GROUPS OF 15 OR MORE
(Call Guest Services for
reservations 317.776.6000)
BALLOON PRICES
ACCESS PASS
MEMBERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12
NON-MEMBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
GUEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1
Visit connerprairie.org for details
Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12
Youth (ages 2–12) . . . . . . . . . . . $8
MILITARY DISCOUNT WITH PROPER ID
FREE daytime general admission for active and retired military plus
half price admission for immediate family members.
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The Apple Store | Operated by
September 1–October 31, Tuesday–Sunday • 11 am–5 pm
New this season you’ll find a variety of bicentennial-themed goodies and
toffee-dipped apples. Returning favorites include hand-dipped caramel
apples, cider slushies, apple butter, pies, donuts and fresh-from-the-orchard
apples. Call the Apple Store at 317.776.6000 ext. 199 and place your
special order for gift baskets, gourmet dipped apples and specialty items
for weddings, birthdays and bicentennial-themed celebrations. Funds
raised by the Apple Store support a variety of programs and exhibits at
Conner Prairie. Watch your email or follow the Conner Prairie Facebook
page for coupons.
Curtis-Hawkins Wedding
FREE
Saturday & Sunday, October 1 & 2
Ceremony & Celebration at 2 pm
FREE with general admission
FOR
MEMBERS
In this simulated wedding, Ruth Curtis, the spinster sister of the village
blacksmith, Ben Curtis, will wed widower Solomon Hawkins, a fellow
member of the Methodist class. Solomon’s wife passed away in August
following childbirth, leaving him to raise several children. Meet Ruth and
Solomon as they walk through town inviting guests to their wedding
performed by Brother Brownfield. Join the celebration with singing and
word games along with refreshments and spice cake (while supplies last).
Spooky Tales
Saturday & Sunday, October 29 & 30 • See times below
FREE with general admission
FREE
FOR
MEMBERS
Join storytellers at the Barker’s home in 1836 Prairietown for
spine-tingling songs and stories told with traditional folk methods
including crankies, cantastorias and puppets. Little ones ages 5 and
younger can attend sillier-than-scary sessions at 10:30 am, 12:30 or 3 pm.
Kids 6 and older can test their courage at 11:30 am, 2 and 4 pm.
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Headless Horseman
October 13–16, 20–23 & 27–30 • Gates open 6–9 pm
Activities and hayrides may run past 10 pm
Our Halloween festival is back and so are Conner Scairie’s fun-loving
ghouls:
• Ed, the mad scientist who has harnessed the powers of ghosts for
energy and shares his latest creations in his NEW show, “Ed’s Energy
Extravaganza.”
• Beautisha, the cosmetics-loving witch, gives beauty advice in her
NEW show, “The Magical, Mystical, Menagerie of Monsters and
Make-up!”
• Dr. Acula, vampire and wanna-be stand-up comedian, who stars in
his own game show, “Monster Mayhem.”
• Holly Ween, the six-year-old daughter of Lord Moldywart, who
entertains the youngest guests with her magical stories.
• And, the Headless Horseman, who you’ll come face to face with on
your haunted hayride!
Also NEW this year, take a scare-free stroll down our wooded trail of
spooky scarecrows (6–7:30 pm). After dark on this same trail (7:30–10 pm)
beware of the other creepy menageries that lurk in the moonlight.
Help keep zombies at bay using nothing more than ping-pong balls in this
NEW Zombies of Conner Scairie game. Returning family friendly favorites
include The Legend of Sleepy Hollow marionette show, ghostly vortexes,
fortune telling, scary-o-ke and much more.
Ticket Prices
Thursday & Sunday tickets: $11 presale, $13 at gate
ALL MEMBERS GET IN FREE
Friday & Saturday tickets: $15 presale, $17 at gate
PLUS-LEVEL & ABOVE MEMBERS GET IN FREE
Presale tickets available at select central Indiana Marsh and O’Malia’s
stores.
Additional support provided by
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Bicentennial Torch Relay at Conner Prairie
Thursday, October 13 • Torch Relay begins at 6 pm
Gates open 5:30 pm
On this opening night of Headless Horseman, come celebrate Indiana’s
200th year of statehood and witness history as you line the path and cheer
on seven runners who will transport the state’s bicentennial torch through
Conner Prairie and up in our 1859 Balloon Voyage. Headless Horseman
ticket holders will have access to festival grounds. Non-ticket holders will
remain outside the festival grounds, but can see the torch runners exit the
grounds and make their way to the next stop at Fishers City Hall.
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Conner Prairie
MEMBERS
get in
to Headless Horseman
Did you know ALL members get free admission on select nights to
Headless Horseman? And, if you upgrade to a Voyager level
membership you get a Hayride Express Pass? Become a member—
it just makes good ‘cents!’
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DAY AT
CONNER PRAIRIE
NIGHT AT HEADLESS
HORSEMAN
$5 8
$6 8
General Admission for a family of four
365
Admission Tickets for a family of four
DAYS OF CONNER PRAIRIE + FREE
ADMISSION TO HEADLESS HORSEMAN
$ 1 00
$ 1 30
$200
Basic Level Membership
Plus Level Membership
Voyager Level Membership
(FREE admission on
Thursdays and Sundays)
(FREE admission any night)
(FREE admission any night,
bring 2 guests and get
a Hayride Express Pass)
Sign up online at connerprairie.org/Membership
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camps, programs and classes
Fall Break Camp
Friday, October 14 • 9 am–3 pm
Friday, October 21 • 9 am–3 pm
Ages 6–14
$55 per day/non-member ($50 per day/member)
Spice up your fall break with a science-themed camp. Explore science
through games, hands-on experiments and activities. Eruptions, oozing,
blasting and sliming will all be part of the fun, as well as making a tasty
treat over the fire. Campers will need to bring their lunch and water bottle.
Space is limited.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
Prairie Tykes
$12/child ($11/member)
Parents and grandparents: Connect one-on-one with your little ones (ages
3–6) while you make crafts, dance, sing and take part in the special activity
of the day! Younger siblings are welcome; ages 2+ require a ticket. Children
must be accompanied by an adult at no charge.
Reservations required, online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
Pumpkin Patch Parade
Thursday, October 13 • 9:30–11 am
Friday, October 14 • 9:30–11 am & 12:30–2 pm
Roam our gardens and find your favorite pumpkin to take home, and
decorate your own craft pumpkin.
Halloween Party
Thursday, October 27 • 9:30–11 am
Friday, October 28 • 9:30–11 am & 12:30–2 pm
Dress in your favorite Halloween costume and have fun celebrating with
Halloween stories, scary crafts, spooky games and dancing.
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Prairie Tots
$6/youth ($5/member)
A 45-minute program for 2-year-olds and their parents or grandparents,
filled with silly fun including crafts, singing and activities perfect for
toddlers. Children must be accompanied by an adult at no charge.
Reservations required, online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
Halloween Party
Friday, October 21 • 9:30–10:15 am & 11–11:45 am
Wear your favorite costume and show it off in our Halloween parade. Hear
a spooky story and play scary games.
Prairie Plates | Sponsored by
This unique foodie experience for adults celebrates the farm-totable food and craft drink movement featuring the region’s top chefs and
gourmet artisans with dining experiences throughout Conner Prairie’s
grounds.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
The Northside Social on the Covered Bridge
Sunday, October 2 • 6–8:30 pm
$95/non-member ($85/member)
Ages 21+
sold out
Join Chef Dean Sample of The Northside Social for an innovative and artful
evening of gourmet food and fine wine on our covered bridge. Before your
3-course meal, take a stroll through our brand new Treetop Outpost area.
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Prairie Pursuits
Prairie Pursuits offers how-to classes and workshops geared
toward adults and teens on a variety of topics. The classes are
ideal for anyone wanting to discover new talents or perfect their current
skill set.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
Traditional Arts & Arms Making Workshop
October 1–7 • Class times and prices vary
Ages 16+
Small class sizes in well-equipped facilities allow you to develop skills from
a basic level to more advanced as you learn alongside some of the nation’s
best craftsmen. Choose from one, two and five-day classes including hearth
cooking, Pennsylvania German design, basic blacksmithing, silver wire inlay,
advanced hornworking, boot bag making, forging Damascus steel,
leatherworking, longrifle carving, engraving, axe forging, inkle weaving and
knifesmithing.
Visit connerprairie.org for complete details.
Primitive Knifemaking
October 22 • 9:30 am–4:30 pm
$95/non-member ($90/member)
Ages 16+
Make your own knife using reclaimed scrap materials to forge and hand
finish a simple one-piece knife. You’ll need to bring an 8” or 10” half round
or flat file with a handle to class.
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try something new!
During your next visit, experience something new through these hands-on
activities. $5/guest
Make & Take a Basket
2 pm daily; Ages 4+
Visit the Loom House and learn simple basket-making skills as you weave
a small reed basket.
BANG! Fire a Rifle
2:30 pm weekends; Ages 14+
Go to 1863 Civil War Journey to learn how a Civil War-era musket
was loaded and fired, according to military protocol. Then fire either a
Springfield or Enfield rifle yourself.
Dip a Candle
3 pm daily, ongoing weekends; Ages 4+
Head over to the Treetop Workshop and hand-dip a beeswax candle, the
same type of candles once used to light homes in the 19th century.
Make a Bead Bracelet
3:30 pm daily; Ages 4+
Visit Lenape Indian Camp and find out why beads were an important part
of the fur trade. Choose from a variety of authentically styled beads as you
piece together an attractive bracelet of your very own.
Iron Hook Make & Take
October 15-16, ongoing; Ages 10+ (ages 10-14 with adult supervision)
Stop at the Treetop Workshop and heat some iron to make a simple iron
wall hook using the traditional tools of a blacksmith.
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HOURS
NOVEMBER 3–DECEMBER 18
Thursday–Sunday • 10 am–5 pm
Closed 11/24
JANUARY 5–31, 2017
Thursday–Sunday • 10 am–5 pm
Open MLK, Jr. Day, January 16
DECEMBER 19–31
Monday–Saturday • 10 am–5 pm
Closed 12/24 & 25
Indoor play spaces and exhibits
are open. Outdoor grounds closed
unless noted otherwise.
*ADMISSION PRICES
ADULTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8
SENIORS (ages 65+) . . . . . . . . . .$8
YOUTH (ages 2–12). . . . . . . . . . . $8
MEMBERS &
YOUTH UNDER AGE 2 . . . . FREE
GROUPS TOURS
(15+ call for reservations)
Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7
Youth (ages 2–12) . . . . . . . . . . . $7
*See holiday section (p. 30) for pricing.
BALLOON PRICES
ACCESS PASS
MEMBERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12
NON-MEMBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
GUEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1
Visit connerprairie.org for details
MILITARY DISCOUNT WITH PROPER ID
FREE daytime general admission for active and retired military plus
half price admission for immediate family members.
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Follow the North Star
Thursday–Saturday, November 3–5, 10–12, 17–19 • 6:30 pm–9:30 pm
2 hr. program; start times staggered every 15 minutes
$20/non-member ($17/member)
For ages 12+; children under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Follow the North Star is an award-winning, participatory museum theater
experience that demonstrates the wide ranging social attitudes toward
African-Americans in pre-Civil War Indiana. Participants travel back to
the year 1836 and assume the role of fugitive slaves seeking freedom on
the Underground Railroad through the state. Traveling as a group, you will
encounter a variety of characters, ranging from sympathetic allies to racist
antagonists. It is a powerful experience that generates empathy, provokes
discussion, and immerses visitors in this important part of our nation’s
history.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, January 16 • 10 am–5 pm
FREE admission for all guests
Join us for the day to honor King’s vision of what could be achieved through
non-violent protests. In collaboration with Asante Children’s Theatre,
there will be special performances of short plays highlighting
African-American stories in Indiana’s history. See connerprairie.org
in January for the day’s program schedule. If you can’t make it to Conner
Prairie on Jan. 16 mark your calendars for Feb. 20 when admission is also
free for President’s Day.
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programs and classes
Prairie Tykes
$12/child ($11/member)
Parents and grandparents: Connect one-on-one with your little ones (ages
3-6) while you make crafts, dance, sing and take part in the special activity
of the day! Younger siblings are welcome; ages 2+ require a ticket. Children
must be accompanied by an adult at no charge.
Reservations required, online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
Happy Harvest
Thursday, November 10 • 9:30–11 am
Friday, November 11 • 9:30–11 am & 12:30–2 pm
It’s a harvest-time celebration! Join us as we grind corn, learn about
pioneer foods and have a cornbread snack.
Gingerbread Jamboree
Friday, December 9 • 9:30–11 am & 12:30–2 pm
Be a part of the gingerbread man story, decorate a gingerbread man cookie
and meet the gingerbread man himself.
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Prairie Tots
$6/child ($5/member)
A 45-minute program for 2-year-old children filled with silly fun,
including crafts, singing and activities perfect for toddlers. Children must
be accompanied by an adult at no charge.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
Happy Harvest
Friday, November 18 • 9:30–10:15 & 11–11:15 am
It’s a harvest-time celebration! Join us as we grind corn, churn butter and
learn how pioneers got ready for winter.
Gingerbread Jamboree
Friday, December 16 • 9:30–10:15 & 11–11:15 am
Come and dance with the Gingerbread Man and hear his own story.
Prairie Plates | Sponsored by
This unique foodie experience for adults celebrates the farm–to–
table food and craft drink movement featuring the region’s top chefs and
gourmet artisans with dining experiences throughout Conner Prairie’s
grounds.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
100 Mile Brunch with Ivy Tech
Saturday, November 5 • 11 am–1 pm
$65/non-member
($60/member and early registrations through Oct. 9)
Ages 21+
Chef Jeffrey Alan Bricker and his talented students from Ivy Tech’s
Hospitality Administration program will prepare a gourmet brunch
featuring products obtained within a 100-mile radius of Conner Prairie,
including a dish made with our own Ossabaw hogs. You’ll enjoy appetizers
and cocktails before you sit down to a 3-course brunch, followed by meet
and greets with local producers and students.
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Prairie Pursuits
Prairie Pursuits offers how-to classes and workshops geared
toward adults and teens on a variety of topics. The classes are ideal for
anyone wanting to discover new talents or perfect their current skill set.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
Gingerbread House Construction
Wednesday, November 2 • 6:30–8:30 pm
$20/non-member ($18/member)
Ages 13+ (teenagers must be accompanied by an adult)
Under the guidance of professional baker Rascia Johnson from Rascia’s
Creative Cakes, you will learn basic gingerbread recipes and tips on how
to construct a lasting gingerbread house. You’ll discuss patterns and share
ideas that you can use for your own creations. With your new skill set,
create a gingerbread house from scratch and enter it into our Gingerbread
House Competition for a chance to win a cash prize! See p. 32 for details.
Basic Pottery
6 Wednesdays, November 2–December 7 • 6–7:30 pm
$155/non-member ($145/member)
Ages 14+
Come learn all aspects of making beautiful wheel thrown pottery
including glazing techniques. You’ll have access to your own wheel and
equipment while receiving individual instruction from our master potters.
It’s a perfect class for beginners as well as more advanced students. All clay
and other materials are included in the class fee. You’ll want to bring an
apron and towel for clean-up.
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Wood Fired Baking
Saturday, November 5 • 9 am–4 pm
$85/non-member ( $75/member)
Ages 14+
Outdoor wood-fired bake ovens were common in the 19th century and are
making a revival today. Learn from experts about the design and
construction of a traditional oven and bake breads, a sweet and savory
pie and gourmet pizza. You’ll learn the intricacies of firing the oven and
reading the oven temperature without modern tools. In addition to lunch
of freshly baked pizza, you’ll take home two loaves of bread. Class will be
conducted both in- and outside so please dress accordingly, in natural fiber
materials, since you’ll be working around flames. You’ll want to bring an
apron as well.
Fun on the Potter’s Wheel
Saturday, November 12 • 9 am–12 pm
$55/non-member ($50/member)
Ages 14+
This is a fun class designed to introduce you to wheel thrown pottery.
No experience is necessary so don’t be shy about signing up. All materials
and supplies will be provided. You’ll want to bring an apron and towel for
clean-up. Your pottery pieces will be fired, glazed and ready for pick-up by
Thursday, Dec. 1.
Conner Prairie at Dawn
Saturday, November 19 • 7 am–10 am
$10/non-member ($9/member)
Ages 18+
Are you a nature lover, photographer, painter or bird watcher? Don’t miss
this opportunity to explore our beautiful grounds and take photos, paint,
sketch, hike or just relax. All photographs and works of art must be for
personal use only and images from our grounds cannot be used
commercially, for marketing purposes or for personal financial gain.
Waivers for artists will be available at the ticket desk.
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Green Woodworking: Split Wood Bench
Saturday, November 19 • 9 am–5 pm
$95/non-member ($90/member)
Ages 16+
Start with a log and end with a bench! Put your muscles to work as you use
traditional hand tools such as a wedge, froe, drawknife, auger and saw.
You’ll need to wear sturdy shoes and work clothes, and work gloves are
recommended.
Fun in the Forge
Saturday, December 3 • 9:30 am–4 pm
$95/non-member ($90/member)
Ages 14+
Be a blacksmith for a day! Learn to heat metal in a coal forge and shape it on
an anvil. Complete several simple projects such as barbeque skewers, a flint
and steel firestarter (with instructions on how to use it) and a dinner bell.
All tools and materials will be provided.
Primitive Firestarting
Saturday, January 14 • 9 am–12 pm
$40/non-member ($35/member)
Ages 16+
No matches allowed here! Learn several different primitive firestarting
methods such as fire by friction, fire piston, burning lens, and flint and
steel. Not only will you get to practice these skills, but you’ll get to make
your own flint and steel kit and char cloth.
Basic Pottery
6 Wednesdays, January 18-February 22 • 6–7:30 pm
$165/non-member ($155/member)
Ages 14+
Come learn all aspects of making beautiful wheel-thrown pottery,
including glazing techniques. You’ll have access to your own wheel and
equipment while receiving individual instruction from our master potters.
It’s a perfect class for beginners as well as more advanced students. All clay
and other materials are included in the class fee. You’ll want to bring an
apron and towel for clean-up.
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Coffee & Doughnuts: 19th-Century Style
Saturday, January 21 • 9–11 am
$45/non-member ($40/member)
Ages 14+ (teenagers must be accompanied by an adult)
The smell of coffee and freshly baked bread by a warm fire is a perfect way
to beat the winter blues. Help roast green coffee beans at the hearth and
process your own fresh java. Then, bake the perfect complement of breads
and doughnuts like they did in the 19th century.
Baking Bread: Hearth Style
Saturday, January 28 • 1–4 pm
$60/non-member ($55/member)
Ages 14+
Blend traditional with contemporary as you explore the basics of
baking bread. Learn about various types of corn bread, yeast bread and
quick bread, and make your own artisan bread using both hearth-baking
and modern-baking techniques.
Basic Blacksmithing
2 Mondays, January 30–February 6 • 6–9 pm
$225/non-member ($215/member)
Ages 16+
Learn the basics of hand-blacksmithing and bench-work techniques,
including tending a fire, drawing out, upsetting, welding, file work and
finishing work. With those skills, you’ll complete a series of simple
projects such as hooks, chain links, cooking utensils and blacksmith tongs.
All materials provided.
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Fun in the Forge
Saturday, February 4 • 9:30 am–4 pm
$95/non-member ($90/member)
Ages 14+
Be a blacksmith for a day! Learn to heat metal in a coal forge and shape it on
an anvil. Complete several simple projects such as barbeque skewers, a flint
and steel firestarter (with instructions on how to use it) and a dinner bell.
All tools and materials will be provided.
Dovetailing: Wooden Hinged Box
Saturday & Sunday, February 4 & 5 • 9 am–5 pm
$125/non-member ($115/member)
Ages 16+
Advance your woodworking skills as you learn the art of hand-cut dovetails
to make a small box that incorporates wooden hinges. Learn proper lay-out,
sawing and chisel techniques. All materials and tools will be provided.
Knifemaking
4 Wednesdays, February 8–March 1 • 6–9 pm
$150/non-member ($140/member)
Ages 16+
Learn the art of knifemaking as we cover topics including steel selection,
hand-forging the blade, filing a finishing, heat-treatment and handle
selection, and fitting. Some hand tools are required.
American Heritage Chocolate
Saturday, February 11 • 2–4 pm
$55/non-member ($50/member)
Ages 14+ (teenagers must be accompanied by an adult)
Bring your friends along to enjoy some traditional chocolate treats and
drinks. Learn about the history of chocolate and take part in its
preparation from bean to cup. Grind on a traditional metate (flat stone) and
grate brick chocolate and spices. Warm yourself by the fire as you help to
prepare delicacies such as chocolate puffs and cracknels.
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Make Conner Prairie a part of your holiday traditions with family
friendly experiences sure to get you in a festive spirit.
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Programs requiring reservations fill quickly, so get ahead of the
holiday chaos and make your reservations now.
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Holiday Adventures
FREE
November 25–26; December 3, 10, 17–23, 26–31
10 am–5 pm
Adults $12
Youth (ages 2–12) $9
Members & youth under age 2 FREE
Lunch options available at The Overlook 11 am–2 pm
FOR
MEMBERS
Discover things that may surprise you about the season in 1836 with the
NEW Holiday Adventure card, giving you the opportunity to seek, find and
learn as you visit Prairietown. Find out who marks December 25 as a holiday and who doesn’t. Learn the secret purpose behind a dreidel from the
immigrating Ullman family. Choose to celebrate with Ezra Higby and his
band of rowdies or try to win an invite to the Campbell’s soiree. Help the
Zimmerman family keep their traditions by finding clues to their missing
Belznichol coat. Join them December 27-28 as they butcher a hog and
preserve the meat for the rest of the year, a vital wintertime chore.
Indoors, explore the science of baking, see historical chocolate processing
techniques, and be an actor for the day when you participate in the popular
‘Anything Can Happen Theater.’
Gingerbread Village
FREE
November 25–December 18; Thursday–Sunday • 10 am–5 pm
December 19–31; Monday–Saturday • 10 am–5 pm
*All guests $8; Members & youth under age 2 FREE
Lunch options available at The Overlook 11 am–2 pm
FOR
MEMBERS
See a variety of gingerbread masterpieces created by both amateurs and
professionals. Expand your gingerbread-making talents by enrolling in
Gingerbread House Construction on Nov. 2 (see p. 24 for details).
Enter your own gingerbread house for a chance to win great prizes. Find
the entry form on p. 37 and return it to Conner Prairie by Nov. 11 at 5 pm.
Breakfast with Santa
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Saturdays, November 26, December 3, 10, 17 • 9–11 am
Sundays, November 27, December 4, 11, 18 • 10 am–12 pm
$20.95/adult ($17.95/adult member)
$11.95/youth ages 2-12 ($8.95/youth member)
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*Holiday Adventure pricing applies on November 25–26; December 3, 10,
17–23, 26–31
Have breakfast, decorate cookies and visit with Santa. NEW this year, join
Santa in song and listen to his beloved rendition of “Twas the Night Before
Christmas.” Make a day of it and head outdoors for Holiday Adventures
where you’ll find Prairietown preparing for the holidays. Non-members
save $3 on admission to Holiday Adventures with your Breakfast with
Santa tickets; members get in free. Find the full menu at connerprairie.org.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
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Fridays, December 2, 9, 16 • Seating at 6 pm
Saturdays, December 3, 10, 17 • Seating at 6 pm
$24.95/adult ($22.95/adult member)
$13.95/youth ages 2–12 ($11.95/youth member)
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Dinner with Santa
Enjoy a delicious dinner, decorate cookies and visit with jolly ‘ole
Saint Nick. NEW this year, join Santa in song and listen to his beloved
rendition of “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Find the full menu at
connerprairie.org. Wine and beer available for additional cost.
Fridays, December 2, 9, 16
Saturdays, December 3, 10, 17
Tours begin at 6 pm and run every 12 minutes until 9 pm
$16/adult ($14/adult member)
$13/youth ages 2–12 ($11/youth member)
$15/adult & $12/youth for groups of 15+ guests
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Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
This family friendly 90-minute walking tour takes you back more than
175 years ago to Prairietown where it’s the night before Christmas. Meet a
variety of characters in their homes and learn how new settlers to Indiana’s
frontier carried on their family traditions. Meet the Ullmans who are
celebrating Hanukkah. Discover who Belznichol is at the Golden Eagle Inn,
and then visit with the Curtis family to hear about Santa Claus and who he
might visit that night. A new visitor to Prairietown will surprise the
schoolmaster and add her own story about the holiday. Join Dr. Campbell at
his home for dancing and singing as he and his family ring in the holidays!
You can end your night by joining the rowdies outside around the bonfire
for a song or story. This program is recommended for ages 7 and older and is
ideal for guests who prefer a more structured program in the
evening hours.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
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Thursday, December 15, 6:30–10 pm
*$35 early bird tickets
Ages 21+
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Holiday Cheers
Tuesday–Sunday, January 13–March 12, 2017 • 6–9 pm
$65/adult ($60/adult member)
$60/*youth ($55/youth member)
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Enjoy an adults-only evening of hors d’oeuvres, wine, craft beer and
spirits, hosted by Conner Prairie Horizon’s Council, as you take a candlelit
stroll through 1836 Prairietown. Participate in historical sausage making
demonstrations, visit Doctor Campbell’s soiree, sample a historic German
Glühwein, and explore multi-cultural 19th-century holiday traditions.
Vendors include Tinker Coffee, Sunrise Baker, Cardinal Spirits,
Scarlet Lane Brewery, Taxman Brewing Company, McClure’s Orchard and
Smoking Goose. All ticket levels include entry into Conner Prairie, hors
d’oeuvres, tastings from all brewers, wineries and distilleries, and a
commemorative glass. *Early bird prices available through Nov. 28; tickets
increase to $40 on Nov. 29.
Ever wonder what people ate for dinner in the early 19th century, or how
they prepared the meal? Discover those answers firsthand when you help
prepare, serve and eat a candlelight feast straight from the pages of
19th-century cookbooks. Enjoy entertainment in the parlor and learn about
life in the 19th century from your costumed hosts, too. Wine and beer
options are available for an additional cost. *This program is recommended
for ages 10 and older.
Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling
317.776.6000.
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IT’S
PARTY TIME!
CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY
We’ll make it easy by providing the scenery, crafts and party space for
up to 20 guests (ages 2–12). In-season parties include private use of a
picnic pavilion, access to the grounds, discounted tickets for the
1859 Balloon Voyage (weather permitting; good during the length of
the party only), and a prairie-themed craft or scavenger hunt
worksheet for each child. Off-season parties include use of an indoor
party room with access to Create.Connect and Discovery Station along
with a prairie-themed craft for each child.
See birthday party pricing at connerprairie.org. To make your
reservations, please call Joellyn Young at 317.214.4468 or email
grouptours@connerprairie.org.
HAVE A GATHERING ON THE PRAIRIE
Whether it’s a family holiday gathering or a party to celebrate new
business in 2017 with your colleagues, book a private event space at
Conner Prairie.
See our rental spaces and pricing at connerprairie.org /Host-an-Event.
For more information, please call Kim Jones at 317.214.4481 or
kjones@connerprairie.org.
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GINGERBREAD HOUSE
COMPETITION ENTRY FORM
Entry Deadline: Friday, November 11 at 5 pm
Participant Name Name of Creation (How you would like your [group] name to appear.)
 Individual Youth (9–12) age:
 Scout Troop
 Individual Teen (13–17) age:
 Group
 Individual Adult (18 & up)
 Previous Adult Winner/Professional
CONTACT INFORMATION (if under 18, please provide parent’s contact information)
Parent Name (if applicable) Address City/State/ZIP Home Phone E-mail Cell How did you hear about the competition?
METHOD OF PAYMENT for $10 non–refundable entry fee
 Check enclosed (made payable to Conner Prairie)
 Charge to:
 MasterCard
Card #  Visa
 Discover
Exp. date  American Express
CVV code
Signature Printed Name (as it appears on the card) Billing Address (if different than above) City/State/ZIP MAIL YOUR COMPLETED ENTRY FORM WITH PAYMENT TO:
Conner Prairie, Attn: Gingerbread Village, 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers, IN 46038
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SPECIAL
Take advantage of these savings
before they expire.
THE APPLE STORE
10% OFF
YOUR PURCHASE OF
$10 OR MORE
Store hours: Tues.-Sun., 11 am-5 pm, or evenings during
Headless Horseman. One coupon per family. Good for
in-store purchases only. Offer expires October 31, 2016.
Code FG2016
CONNER PRAIRIE STORE
10% OFF
INDIANA 1816–2016
BICENTENNIAL MERCHANDISE
Just in time for the state’s December birthday, choose from a large assortment
including t-shirts, ornaments, mugs and books. Offer expires December 31, 2016.
Present this coupon at checkout to
receive discount. Offer not valid with
other promotions. Cannot be combined
with member discount.
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Conner prairie is counting on you!
It is only because of generous donations from supporters like you that we
can create new spaces like Treetop Outpost and offer a variety of
remarkable summer camps. These donations offset 60% of Conner Prairie’s
operating cost—which means affordable tickets and fun for everyone!
Visit connerprairie.org/support/donate to give today.