First Thursday

Experience all that Newfields has to offer on the first Thursday of every month. Enjoy the Indianapolis Museum of Art and The Garden, live musical performances, and open studio hours and gallery conversations. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime Member, First Thursdays are the perfect opportunity to discover something new and have an exceptional experience with art and nature. 

On this day, general admission is flexible—you choose how much (or how little) to pay. Donations support programs like First Thursday and the care of our art collection and garden, as well as education programs, community engagement initiatives, and more. 

October 2, 2025 | 10 AM–5 PM 

Fifty years ago, Robert Indiana’s iconic LOVE statue was acquired by Newfields, and the rest is history. For this First Thursday, you’ll have an opportunity to get your photo taken in front of the statue, enjoy a live cello performance, and learn more about the print that inspired the statue.  

• 10 AM–Noon | LOVE Photo Opportunity | Floor 2 

• 10:30 AM–12:30 PM | Garden Exploration Cart | The Garden  

• 11:30 AM | Artful Conversations | Meet at the LOVE sculpture | Floor 2 

• 11:30 AM–3:30 PM | Open Studio | Studios 1 & 2 | Floor 1 

• 12:30 PM–4 PM | Open Print Study | Print Study Room | Floor 1 

• 1–1:30 PM | Nature Story Time | Stout Reference Library | Floor 1 

• 1–1:30 PM | Docent-led Tour | Meet at the top of the escalator in Efroymson Entrance Pavilion | Floor 2  

• 1:30 PM | Artful Conversations | Meet at the LOVE sculpture | Floor 2 

• Noon–2 PM | Live Music by Jose Martinez | Floor 2 

• 2–4 PM | Garden Exploration Cart | The Garden 

• 2–4PM | Know Your Art with IMA Conservation | Floor 3 Balcony 

• 2:30–3 PM | Docent-led Tour | Meet at the top of the escalator in Efroymson Entrance Pavilion | Floor 2

• 3–4 PM | Garden Guide Tour | The Garden 

• 1–5 PM | Stout Reference Library open | Floor 1