Conner Prairie is a beautiful place. Our children are so consumed with electronics these days. It's good to show them that our country has not always been technical. Seeing the history of how things were appreciated from simple tasks. Love it
This is an old timey town that is fun and interesting, nice to go in the summer, sort of laid back but live animals there so I liked it
I took my now grown sons here a few times whole they were younger, and have such great memories. We took our grandson who is only 3 years old, but it was a beautiful fall day to walk around the paths, see the animals, meet the artisans dressed in period clothing. It's still the wonderful place it was 25 years ago...can't wait to go back on several occasions as our grand kids grow!
The interactive room was captivating for our grandchildren. There were displays of inventions made by Indiana natives with the ability for children to create scenarios that might captivate their imagination. The 4 year old was as engaged as the 8 year old and the engineer parents were in their glory! We spent several hours there and then moved on to a room where the kids could build "forts" with fabric and posts that resembled the ones the grandparents had built using a blanket over the card-table a half a century ago! This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to explore, let out steam, and experience educational displays that are "fun". Because we visited in January, the outdoor section was not open, but we can't wait to return in the future. I would highly recommend families in the vicinity join as members. It would be a sound investment with the ability to participate in special events and to visit for shorter periods of time than you might if you only paid for the one visit. A great museum!
A great experience back in time. Midwest America during a time without the internet. Helping one another, learning a trade...This is a great place for a new experience of the old world (100 - 200 years back in time). Learn to make a fire without matches or a lighter. Caring for one another took a lot of time and collaboration. You can experience it here.
Conner Prairie has the distinction of being a Smithsonian affiliate. It is a truly interactive history experience. There is something for every age, from hearthside suppers you help prepare, to the animals, costumed interpreters, and participating in village life. Just remember to check your 21st century at the door. The interpreters will be bewildered by references to cell phones and even to the names of modern countries. The only downside is that one should exercise good judgment when it's hot out, as there isn't much relief available.I have visited multiple times with family and friends.
We decided to make use of a 3 day weekend and spent the day at Conner Prairie. We had been previously but years ago. Both of our kids 10 and 14 had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the experience. There are a ton of different activities for the kids and we were a bit rushed at the end of the day to get everything in. Everyone that they had questions for was patient and truly took the time to answer them and make sure that they understood.Lunch was good on the grounds and the caramel apples and cider next door were fantastic.Definitely a good trip.
Conner Prairie is a hidden treasure. I'm fortunate to live in Fishers and be able to enjoy it many times during the year. After my first visit four years ago, I have purchased a membership each year. No matter how often I go there's always a new experience. The 'residents' of Prairie Town share their stories. The baby animals are always entertaining. I recommend visiting when the outdoor activities are open.
We've been members at Conner Prairie for several years. They have events throughout the year. It's educational and makes for a great afternoon outing for the family.
Great interactive history park - beautiful grounds - costumed interpretators are very knowledgeable and they stay in the 1836 period.