Indiana State Museum Foundation

Located in White River State Park in the heart of Indianapolis, the Indiana State Museum is a wonderful place to find everything you never expected. Whether you are a visitor to the state or a life-long Hoosier, this world-class institution will allow you to explore Indiana’s past, present and future through artistic, cultural and scientific exhibits. Starting with the birth of earth and tracing Hoosier history into the 21st century, the museum offers an eclectic and ever-changing adventure.

The museum features large murals painted by Karen and depicting ancient life found in Indiana.

Ordovician Marine Environment
© by Karen Carr

Silurian Marine Environment
© by Karen Carr

Indiana Devonian Marine Mural
© by Karen Carr

Indiana Mississippian Marine Environment
© by Karen Carr

Mississippian Marine Environment shark detail
© by Karen Carr

Pennsylvanian Coal Forest
© by Karen Carr

Indiana Carnivore Lair
© by Karen Carr

Indiana Carnivore Lair, jaguar detail
© by Karen Carr

Indiana Mastodon Bog Scene
© by Karen Carr

Indiana Peccary and Dire Wolf Mural
© by Karen Carr

Indiana Peccary Cave, dire wolf detail
© by Karen Carr