# Festival of Trees at Indiana Historical Society > Event for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Nov 13 – Jan 2 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Where: Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, 450 W Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN 46204 - Ages: All ages (Children under 5 free) - Price: $15 adults, $5 youth (ages 5-17), free for children under 5; members free - Organizer: Indiana Historical Society - Official page: https://indianahistory.org/events/festival-of-trees/ - Last checked: Sat, Nov 7 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/festival-of-trees-at-indiana-historical-society--listing-a1cbb148852c9afc2a118da2 ## About The Indiana Historical Society's annual Festival of Trees fills the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center with an astonishing winter wonderland of more than 80 elaborately decorated holiday trees. Standing proudly in the central Eli Lilly Hall is the 30-foot centerpiece evergreen, glowing with thousands of twinkling lights. Each unique tree is custom-designed and decorated by local businesses, cultural institutions, and non-profit organizations, featuring themes ranging from historic Indiana landmarks to whimsical childhood storybooks. Families can participate in a cheerful scavenger hunt to find hidden elf ornaments tucked throughout the trees, meet Santa Claus for festive keepsake photographs, and sing along to classic holiday carols with Cole Porter piano performers. The Stardust Café offers hot apple cider, gourmet holiday cookies, and lunch options overlooking the Central Canal. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Fully accessible facility with wide marble hallways, ramps, and spacious elevators connecting all four tree-filled exhibition levels. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Mother's nursing room located on the first floor near the Cole Porter Room; family restrooms equipped with changing tables on every floor. • Age Suitability: Welcoming and engaging for all age groups, from toddlers spotting elf figurines to grandparents admiring artistic tree themes. • Sensory Tips: Calm, indoor daytime climate; natural ambient lighting from canal-facing atrium windows; gentle acoustic caroling without loud speakers. ## Similar picks in Indianapolis - [A Christmas Carol at Indiana Repertory Theatre](https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/a-christmas-carol-at-indiana-repertory-theatre--listing-ed9fcafa1af3566490c2369d) — Nov 20 – Dec 24 · 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Indiana Repertory Theatre · Ages 4–99 · From $28 · checked Nov 5. 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