Indiana State Museum opens 'Indy A to Z' exhibit

The display will explore the Indianapolis experience, covering 26 topics based on letters of the alphabet.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Indiana State Museum is opening a new interactive exhibit called 'Indy A to Z' on Friday, February 27. The exhibit will use the alphabet as a framework to explore the sights, culture, and personalities that make Indianapolis unique, featuring 45 different artifacts and exhibits. Visitors will be able to discover the city's history, sports, racing heritage, neighborhoods, and even some of its more notorious figures and stories.

Why it matters

The 'Indy A to Z' exhibit aims to give visitors a deeper appreciation for Indianapolis and help them 'find wonder and fall in love with Indy.' As a seasonal exhibit at the Indiana State Museum, it reflects the institution's efforts to preserve the city's past and inspire future generations about its history and culture.

The details

The 'Indy A to Z' exhibit will be an immersive experience that 'spells out the charm of the Circle City.' Curators worked with local educators to develop the 26 topics, each represented by a letter of the alphabet. Exhibits will cover everything from the city's sports fans ('Cheer'), racing history ('Vroom'), and almost 500 neighborhoods ('Ours'). Visitors will also get to share their own Indy stories in a digital booth. The exhibit will feature artifacts, photos, and interactive displays highlighting both celebrated and infamous aspects of Indianapolis's past.

  • The 'Indy A to Z' exhibit opens on Friday, February 27, 2026.
  • The exhibit will be open through June 28, 2026.

The players

Indiana State Museum

A museum in Indianapolis that preserves the history and culture of the city and state.

Brian Mancuso

The Chief Officer of Engagement at the Indiana State Museum, who led the development of the 'Indy A to Z' exhibit.

Kim Thomas

The Chief Human Resources Officer at OneAmerica, a sponsor of the 'Indy A to Z' exhibit.

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What they’re saying

“'Indy A to Z' looks at the city in a really interesting way using the alphabet as a framework. We want people to come away with a deeper appreciation for the city. We want people to find wonder and fall in love with Indy.”

— Brian Mancuso, Chief Officer of Engagement (wishtv.com)

“For nearly 150 years, our company has been proud to call Indiana home. Supporting the museum — an institution that preserves our past and inspires future generations — reflects our deep commitment to the history, culture, and continued growth of our state.”

— Kim Thomas, Chief Human Resources Officer (wishtv.com)

What’s next

The 'Indy A to Z' exhibit will be open at the Indiana State Museum through June 28, 2026.

The takeaway

The 'Indy A to Z' exhibit at the Indiana State Museum offers an immersive and interactive way for visitors to discover the rich history, culture, and charm of Indianapolis. By using the alphabet as a framework, the exhibit highlights both the celebrated and lesser-known aspects of the city, aiming to deepen appreciation and inspire wonder about the 'Circle City.'