# Newfields Winter Art Museum Galleries & Clowes Pavilion > Place to go for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Newfields (Indianapolis Museum of Art), 4000 N Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46208 - Ages: All ages (Interactive family art spaces designed for ages 3–12; outdoor sculpture park for all ages) - Price: $20 adult admission; $13 youth (ages 6–17); Free for children 5 and under; Free general admission on First Thursdays - Organizer: Newfields - Official page: https://discovernewfields.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 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/newfields-winter-art-museum-galleries-and-clowes-pavilion--listing-18d0587fadc085d098ffd853 ## About Set amidst 152 lush acres along the White River, Newfields is Indianapolis's cultural anchor, encompassing the world-class Indianapolis Museum of Art. During January and February, families escape frosty temperatures into four floors of climate-controlled art galleries spanning classic masterworks, African textiles, modern design, and Asian ceramics. A favorite winter highlight is the sunlit Clowes Pavilion, featuring a sky-lit indoor courtyard courtyard where children can gaze up at glass canopies and discover Renaissance paintings. Young visitors are welcomed in the Star Studio and Family Art Carts, where museum educators provide hands-on drawing pads, color matching games, and tactile materials that encourage creative expression. Outside, bundled-up families can take crisp winter walks through the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park to interact with large-scale outdoor sculptures like 'Free Ride Home.' Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Completely ADA accessible with broad, elevator-served galleries, automatic doors, and smooth hardwood and terrazzo floors throughout all indoor wings. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated private nursing lounge located on Floor 1, comfortable seating scattered across gallery atriums, and clean family restrooms with changing stations. • Age Suitability: Welcoming all ages; hands-on family studio activities and interactive art discovery cards are tailored for ages 3 to 12. • Sensory Tips: Calm, contemplative indoor environment with soft lighting and quiet acoustic spaces; sensory-friendly kits with noise-reducing headphones available at guest services. ## Similar picks in Indianapolis - [Eiteljorg Museum Winter Western Art & Native American Family Workshops](https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/eiteljorg-museum-winter-western-art-and-native-american-family-worksho--listing-06ae72cbbdbb899b40bdb655) — Open on its own schedule · Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art · All ages · From $18 · checked Nov 5. 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