Newfields Together
We are committed to being a place where everyone feels welcome, valued, and represented. Creating an accessible experience for all is a vital part of our culture, our purpose, and our mission.
Strengthening our connection with the people of Indianapolis is a key priority. We’re committed to sharing our progress, listening to feedback, and building lasting relationships with our community.
Our Mission
To enrich lives through exceptional experiences with Art & Nature
Stewardship
We continually strive to create a vibrant Newfields for current and future generations. We accomplish this with a sustainable financial model, a well-maintained campus, well stewarded collections, and environmentally-responsible business practices.
Inclusivity
We welcome all audiences and ideas. Our programming is designed to be thoughtful and accessible to everyone in our community, and we create opportunities for individuals and businesses through our hiring and procurement practices.
Service
We believe the guest is our first priority. We treat each visitor, member, volunteer, employee, and donor as an individual, and personalize our guests’ experiences.
Excellence
We are committed to offering the finest in nature and the arts. Through innovation and excellence, we consistently aim to exceed the expectations of our guests, employees, volunteers, and donors.
Key Community Programs
First Thursdays
Experience all that Newfields has to offer on the first Thursday of every month, when general admission is flexible—you choose how much (or how little) to pay, including $0—and enjoy the Indianapolis Museum of Art and The Garden, live music, open studio hours, and gallery conversations, all while supporting programs, collections, and education initiatives.
Partner Ticket Distribution
Newfields has distributed more than 25,000 free tickets to partner organizations for General Admission and special events including Spring Blooms, Harvest and Winterlights as it works to reduce financial barriers and increase access.
Community Access
Newfields offers free-admission days, memberships with partnering organizations, and special discounts to ensure everyone can experience all that our campus has to offer, inside and out.
Permanent Collection
Newfields is actively acquiring works from all backgrounds to ensure our permanent collection reflects everyone and the full spectrum of art history.
Future Programs
From seasonal festivals such as Harvest and Winterlights to the Summer Nights Film Series and Art in Bloom, Newfields is collaborating with new organizations, experts and artists that offer unique voices and contributions.
