American Super Heroes Museum - 20 W. Louisiana St. 317-687-1938. Indy's newest museum is all about Batman and Super Man! Owned by an Indiana native who is one of the world's foremost collectors of both super heroes memorabilia, it's a fun way to spend a few hours checking out new and old goodies. They have almost the entire collection of Super Man outfits (from tv to film, the black and white ones are really cool!) and the Batmobile from the 1996 Batman movie, and even the Batboat from 1966 is there too. The weirdest thing is the death mask of George Reeves...creepy!! Super fun and super unique. $5 for admission, $3 for seniors, children under 8 are free.

Children's Museum of Indianapolis - 3000 N. Meridian St. 317-334-3322. This museum is the largest children's museum in the world. In March 2006, it unveiled the Dale Chihuly's largest blown glass exhibit, Fireworks of Glass. It is a glass sculpture that rises 43 feet tall. Among the many ways to spend time in the museum, dig for "dinosaur fossils", catch a planetarium show, explore a log cabin from the 1800s, or ride the carousel. There are also temporary exhibits to check out as well. Admission to the museum is charged, but they do have a few days on the calendar for which admission is free. Also, Target sponsors free family nights on the first Thursday of every month, 4-8pm. Carousel rides extra.

Indiana State Museum - 650 W. Washington. 317-232-1637. The state museum's new home is one of the most beautiful in the country. Learn about the beginnings of Indy - from dinosaurs and fossil finds to the Civil War, World War II and so forth. Explore a hall dedicated to famous Hoosiers, enjoy the IMAX theatre, special events, and walk the grounds of White River State Park exploring the sculpture garden dedicated to the counties of Indiana. A must see. There is an admission charge to see the museum and IMAX, however you can get a combo deal as well. The museum is $7 (adults), $6.50 (senior), and $4 for children.

National Art Museum of Sports - 850 W. Michigan St. 317-274-3627. One of the largest collections of sports themed arts in the world. Check out over 800 pieces of art about over 40 different sports. Artists featured include Winslow Homer, LeRoy Neiman, Odgen Pleissner and more. Free.

Museum of Miniature Houses - 111 E. Main St, Carmel. 317-575-9466. This is a rare find, a museum that caters specifically to miniature homes, room boxes and vingnettes. They also have a gift shop and a children's play area. Very unique. $4 for adults, $2 for children. About 20 minutes from downtown Indy.

Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art - 340 N. Senate. 317-63-IMOCA. A coalition of local arts have come together to put together this beautiful masterpiece of galleries featuring regional, national and international modern art exhibits. Gallery is free, donations are accepted.

Indianapolis Firefighters Museum & Historical Society - 748 Mass. Ave. 317-262-5161. Learn about the founding and history of Indy's firefighters, check out the antique hand pumper, horse drawn fire cart, horse drawn steam pumper and more. Also be sure to visit the Indy Firefighters Memorial too. Free.

Crispus Attucks Museum - 1140 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. 317-226-2432. Located inside of Crispus Attucks school, this museum celebrates Indy's African American heritage with art galleries, school history, and student achievement.

Indiana Medical History Museum - 3045 W. Vermont St. 317-635-7329. Located in the old pathology building on the grounds of the now closed Central State Hospital - an ex-mental hospital that serviced Hoosiers for years, and might be haunted. It's the oldest pathology building in the country and is in the National Register of Historic Places. The museum offers a tour that shows off crazy medical equipment, preserved medical specimens, and so forth. Quite creepy, chilling and fascinating. $5 for adults, $4 seniors, AAA gets a discount, students under 18 are $1.

James Whitcomb Riley Home & Museum - 528 Lockerbie St. 317-631-5885. Visit the home where this legendary poet and author lived out the last half of his life. Riley wrote 'Little Orphan Annie.' The home has been featured in Architectural Digest and is considered one of the finest preserved Victorian homes in the country. Take a tour and see his belongings, antiques collection and history.

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art - 500 W. Washington St. 317-636-WEST. The museum is the only one of it's kind in the Midwest. It features artists such as T.C. Cannon, N. C. Wyeth, Andy Warhol, Georgia O’Keeffe, Allan Houser, Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and Kay Walkingstick. Located within White River State Park, check into a park pass for admission to all 7 of the park's attractions. Admission charged.

President Benjamin Harrison Home - 1230 Delaware St. 317-631-1888. So far, Indy's only president, serving one term (1889-1893). Take a tour of this Civil War hero's home, this beautiful 1875 home built in the Italianate Victorian school. It's three stories, and filled with antiques, art, political memorabilia and personal artifacts. The carriage house in the back features a First Ladies exhibit. Throughout the year they have fun events, that often include amazing renactors, performing as Indiana historical figures. They also host Victorian murder mystery tours, a naturalization ceremony and the always fun croquet tournament.

Indianapolis Museum of Art - 4000 Michigan Rd. 317-923-1331. Recently reopened following a multi-million dollar renovation it's one of the most beautiful buildings in the country for fine art. It's one of the oldest art museums in the country, being founded in 1883, boasting over 50,000 pieces of a art and an amazing public art library. Exhibits include Contemporary Art, European Art, Asian Art, African Art and more. Rotating and travelling exhibits are abundant. Experience hands on exhibits where you can create your own art, walk the amazing grounds exploring the sculptures, gardens and homes, shop at the museum store and eat and drink at the IMA Cafe and Wolfgang Puck's namesake restaurant (this is the city he got his US start in). General admission to the museum is free, though they may charge for special exhibitions. On Thursdays and Fridays from 5-9pm, the museum has a special "happy hour" for hip and artsy socialites at Puck's featuring cocktails and hor'dourves.

Conner Prairie Living History Museum - 13400 Allisonvile Rd., Fishers. 317-776-6006. Settled in the 1880s, Conner Prairie is an Indiana tradition for the young and old learning about Indiana living 'back in the day.' With volunteers dressed in period-costume year round you are able to experience every aspect of the way of life - from blacksmithing to cooking, games and schooling, farming and church. Start at the modern museum learning about the science and anthropological history, then head to the living history museum featuring authentic buildings from the 1880s. Current exhibits involves Native American regional language sponsored by History Channel. In the summer the grounds feature 'Symphony on the Prairie' where one can picnic in the evening and enjoy live classical and pops performances. Halloween features haunted hay rides and the Holiday season includes dinners, candlelight tours and other celebrations. Restaurants on hand and a gift shop too. Parking is free. Admission is $11 (adults), $10 (seniors), $7 (youth 5-12) and free (youth 4 or under).

Indiana Historical Society - 450 W. Ohio St. 317-232-1882. An amazing place to visit for those interested in the people and places that make up every bit of Indy. Featuring a state-of-the-art research library, music room, film viewing room, gift shop and cafe. Special events include "A Century of Black Film," "Hoosiers In Hollywood" and "The Faces of Lincoln." Located snugly on the White River Canal. Free.