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Conner Prairie, Fishers, IN

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Conner Prairie

13400 Allisonville Rd · Fishers, IN

Why you should go…

Conner Prairie is a living history museum on the White River in Fishers that preserves the 1823 brick home of William Conner. In 1836 Prairietown you join a recreated pioneer village and talk with its residents about 19th century Midwest life. You can also visit the Lenape Camp, climb the 4-story Treetop Outpost, and ride the tethered 1859 Balloon Voyage more than 350 feet up for a separate fee. Pharmaceutical executive Eli Lilly bought the property in the 1930s.

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  • #pioneer village
  • #balloon ride
  • #treehouse

Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

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