2018 FACT SHEET Spanning more than 1,000 wooded acres in Central , Conner Prairie welcomes more than 400,000 visitors of all ages annually. As Indiana’s first Smithsonian Institute affiliate, Conner Prairie offers various outdoor, historically-themed encounters and indoor experiential learning spaces that combine history and art with science, technology, engi- neering and math to offer an authentic look into history that shapes society today.

Founded in 1934 by Eli Lilly, the of- Norman Burns Rich Thrapp NEW IN 2018 President, CEO Board Chairman fers seven outdoor destinations, five of which are historically themed, and two indoor exhibits that Fort at Treetop Outpost is the latest combine history and art with science, technol- addition to our popular Treetop Outpost area. ACCOMPLISHMENTS ogy, engineering and math. The museum also Drawing inspiration from a wilderness outpost, • Indiana’s first Smithsonian features a retail store. this all-new play structure is a place where kids Institute affiliate Conner Prairie offers special programming and families can unlesh their wild side and be • Earned a national exhibit for toddlers and preschool-age children, a series active while enjoying nature. excellence award from of week-long summer day camps for youth, a We also debuted areas and activities that the American Alliance robust youth volunteer program and special focus on two of our greatest assests - our land of adult programming, including culinary events and the . Nestled in the trees beside • Voted one of the 10 Best and skill-building classes. Treetop Outpost is our new Nature Amphithe- Museums in Indiana by Visit Conner Prairie stages a host of community ater that features a covered stage for nature Indiana special events throughout the year, including chats, performances and storytelling that high- • Named as one of the 20 Best Headless Horseman, Follow the North Star, light the richness of the natural world around us. Places to Spot Fall Foliage in Passport to Hi-Tech, and Festival of Machines. Just around the corner is our new White River America by Reader’s Digest Symphony on the Prairie welcomes thousands of Overlook, which will offer an unprecedented • Named one of the most- guests each season to a summer concert series view of the river and its graceful bend around visited outdoor museums in performed by the renowned our prairie. the U.S. by Education.com, Symphony Orchestra. Ancestry.com, Family Living The museum also features unique spaces for Magazine and Outdoor catered corporate events, meetings, weddings, History Museum Forum family outings and more. PLACES TO EXPLORE 2018 AT A GLANCE House ECONOMIC IMPACT Enter one of Indiana’s first brick homes • $10.1 million economic impact where you will discover the story of William on city of Fishers, Ind. Conner and how Indiana’s history changed at Conner Prairie. • $25 million economic impact on Hamilton County, Ind. 1836 Prairietown • $44 million economic impact Go back and join a bustling community on state of Indiana where people, animals, objects and daily routines are exactly the same as they were EMPLOYMENT many years ago. • 92 full-time employees • 53 part-time employees 1859 Balloon Voyage • 222 seasonal employees Soar high above Conner Prairie in a helium-filled, tethered balloon and learn ATTENDANCE how manned flight moved from dream to • 402,261 total attendance reality. • 280,121 daily visitors • 122,140 Symphony on 1863 Civil War Journey the Prairie attendees Immerse yourself in Hoosier life during • 56,678 visits by students, the Civil War and enlist to help defend the teachers and chaperones state from Confederate Gen. John Hunt on school field trips Morgan and his raiders. • 2,317 youth attended summer day camps River Crossing

Inside 1863 Civil War Journey, children ages MEMBERSHIP 2-10 can get wet and explore indoor and outdoor play areas and activities, including • 7,704 member families boats, Civil War dress-up time, climbing • 36,756 adults and children areas and water play. • 97,356 visits by members • $794,384 in income generated Animal Encounters through membership sales Step inside the barn of a real working farm. Feed, pet and play with livestock while FINANCIALS learning from their caretakers. • $2,848,348 total annual and capital support Lenape Indian camp • $838,270 from individual Live like a Lenape Indian. Toss a tomahawk, giving climb inside a wigwam and try your hand • $1,169,199 in corporate sup- at fur trading. port • $627,000 in foundation giving Treetop Outpost • $213,879 in government Explore a four-story tree house surrounded support by fun, interactive exploration areas all nestled in the woods near the White River. SUPPORT • 456 total volunteers Create.Connect • 40,925 combined hours that Design a new invention. Fly a plane. Create volunteers gave an electrical circuit in this fun, changing indoor exhibit that celebrates Indiana innovation. – Unaudited statistics released in January 2019

Discovery Station and Craft Corner Create, climb, explore, play and pretend in a one-of-a-kind play area perfect for children OUR MISSION Follow Conner Prairie on these social networking sites. up to age 8 that’s open year-round. Conner Prairie is a unique his- toric place that inspires curiosity Conner Prairie Store and fosters learning by provid- The Conner Prairie Store offers unique Conner Prairie ing engaging and individualized gifts, old-fashioned candy, toys, games, 13400 Allisonville Road Fishers, IN 46038 experiences for everyone. jewelry and more. (800) 966-1836 connerprairie.org