Rhythm Center Indianapolis: Things to do in Indiana

Update — Oct 28, 2026: Rhythm! Discovery Center is temporarily closed. A burst pipe flooded the museum in December 2022, and the Percussive Arts Society is finding it a new home — no reopening date has been announced yet. The hours below are from our visits while it was open. We'll update this post the moment it's back — in the meantime, you can see the collection online at rhythmdiscoverycenter.org.

Field Trip Idea Downtown Indianapolis: Rhythm Discovery Center


The Rhythm Discovery Center in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana is an awesome thing to do with family or for a school field trip. If you are visiting Indiana on vacation or for the Indianapolis 500 Race, don't miss this gem. The rhythm museum is across from Circle Center Mall and next to Weber Grill. Relax and spend a few hours here.


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We are members, so we've visited several times. You can practice your drum skills without buying drums! It's a great place to take out of town guests. Membership options include a plus two. This is a hands on museum! You can touch it! Above, is the drum circle, don't be shy, sit down and try your hand at tom toms or bongos. If you see others sitting there, it's okay- you're encouraged to join the circle.


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Be as loud as you want! They offer free earplugs at the ticket desk. There aren't usually tour guides. As you walk through the Rhythm Discovery Center, you'll see the history of drums and rhythm instruments. Be sure to play the gongs in the front entry, the electric drum synthesizers throughout the main space, and don't miss the sound proof drum rooms where you can play the snares and cymbals.



Field Trip Ideas Indianapolis: Rhythm Discovery Center



Rhythm Discovery Center Hours and Admission: (From our visits before the closure: The center is opened most days from 10-5, Sundays 12-5, and closed on Tuesdays.) Check the website for special events and closings.


Tip:  Buy a membership. If you have a big family, it's cheaper than the individual ticket rate.


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Lora is an Indiana elementary art teacher sharing easy art lessons for kids and one-tank Midwest road trips. She is the creator of Kids Creative Chaos and Director of The Play Connection.