# Strawtown Koteewi Park Autumn Prairie & Enclosure Walk > Place to go for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Dates: Starts Sat, Nov 28 - Where: Strawtown Koteewi Park & Taylor Center of Natural History, 12308 Strawtown Ave, Noblesville, IN 46060 - Ages: All ages (Historic Native American village replicas, archaeological museum, and prairie trails) - Price: Free park admission and free admission to the Taylor Center of Natural History - Organizer: Hamilton County Parks and Recreation - Official page: https://www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov/facilities/facility/details/Strawtown-Koteewi-Park-11 - 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/strawtown-koteewi-park-autumn-prairie-and-enclosure-walk--listing-465eef70737058bffb896c17 ## About Covering 800 rolling acres along the White River in northern Hamilton County near Noblesville, Strawtown Koteewi Park is the largest park in the county system and a site of profound archaeological and natural significance. The park preserves ancestral Native American village sites dating back hundreds of years, interpreted at the Taylor Center of Natural History. During Thanksgiving week, families walk along scenic paved and crushed-limestone trails winding through restored tallgrass prairie fields glowing golden in the autumn sun. The park features an authentic life-size replica Native American straw-bale and thatch village enclosure, archaeological discovery exhibits, an archery range, and equestrian trails. It provides an exceptional educational outdoor outing blending cultural history with late-fall prairie ecology. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: The Taylor Center grounds, prehistoric village replica, and primary prairie trails feature smooth crushed stone and pavement suitable for strollers. • Nursing & Rest Spots: The Taylor Center of Natural History provides modern, heated family restrooms with diaper changing counters and indoor educational sitting lounges. • Age Suitability: Engaging for all ages; school-age kids and teens love the archaeology exhibits and historic village replicas, while toddlers enjoy wide open prairie trails. • Sensory Tips: Wide open horizons and tranquil prairie breezes create a serene, uncrowded environment with natural outdoor acoustics and expansive sky views. ## Similar picks in Indianapolis - [Noblesville Forest Park Autumn Miniature Train & Carousel Stroll](https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/noblesville-forest-park-autumn-miniature-train-and-carousel-stroll--listing-a6e38c5cc4a509a3ccf07a78) — Open on its own schedule · Forest Park & Forest Park Carousel, Noblesville · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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