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Homeschool days and rates, free passes, educator discounts that include homeschool teachers, curriculum swaps, book sales and daytime library programs. Every card links to the venue's, store's or library's own page.

9homeschool days & homeschool rates
2free with a library card
2educator discounts that include homeschool teachers
4library programs

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How this list works. We copy details from each venue's, store's or library's own page and show the date we last checked. Cards marked "Also on our Indianapolis page" are the same listings as on our main Indianapolis page, shown here so you don't have to hunt for them. For discounts we only list stores whose own policy names homeschool teachers, and we note the proof they ask for. Stores can change their rules at the register, so check before you buy. We are not affiliated with any venue or store here.

🎟️ Homeschool days, discounts & free passes (13)

Museums, parks and nature sites with homeschool days or homeschool rates, free passes you can borrow with a library card, and stores whose own policy says their teacher discount includes homeschool teachers.

Homeschool days & homeschool rates (9)

Homeschool class: Chemistry in Nature

Also on our Indianapolis page
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

A 90-minute hands-on homeschool class at the Children's Museum exploring the chemistry behind the natural world. Adults must register too.

  • Ages: Best for ages 6–10
  • Cost: $21 per nonmember youth; $16.50 per member youth (museum admission not included for nonmembers)
  • When: Thu Nov 19, 2026 (morning or afternoon section) · 9:30–11 a.m. or 1–2:30 p.m.

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Source: The Children's Museum of Indianapolis: Homeschool. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Homeschool class: Winter Exploration

Also on our Indianapolis page
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

A 90-minute hands-on homeschool class at the Children's Museum all about winter science. Adults must register too.

  • Ages: Best for ages 6–10
  • Cost: $21 per nonmember youth; $16.50 per member youth (museum admission not included for nonmembers)
  • When: Thu Dec 10, 2026 (morning or afternoon section) · 9:30–11 a.m. or 1–2:30 p.m.

See the full card on our Indianapolis page →

Source: The Children's Museum of Indianapolis: Homeschool. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Free with a library card (2)

Free museum passes with a Hamilton East Public Library card

FreeAlso on our Indianapolis page
Hamilton East Public Library

Borrow a pass to the Indiana State Museum, the Eiteljorg Museum or the Indiana Historical Society from the reference desk at either branch.

  • Ages: All ages
  • Cost: Free with a library card
  • When: Five-day checkout, first come, first served · Not listed on source

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Source: Hamilton East Public Library: 12 Ways to Use Your Library Card. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Indianapolis Public Library Homeschool Collection & group field trips

FreeAlso on our Indianapolis page
Indianapolis Public Library

A growing collection of curriculum and textbooks chosen for homeschool families, browsable at Central Library and select branches; anything in it can be put on hold to any branch. Homeschool groups can also schedule field trips, tours and programs in the Learning Curve at Central Library.

  • Ages: All ages
  • Cost: Free with a library card
  • When: Year-round · Not listed on source

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Source: Indianapolis Public Library: Homeschool Services. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Educator discounts that include homeschool teachers (2)

Michaels: 15% teacher discount

Educator discount
Area: Michaels stores in the Indianapolis area, and online

Michaels' own policy lists "teachers who work in ... home schools" under who qualifies for its 15% teacher discount. Many items are excluded (for example clearance, books, classes and some brands), so check the list on the policy page.

  • Ages: For the parent-teacher
  • Cost: Free to join (Michaels Rewards)
  • When: Year-round
  • Proof needed: Verify as a teacher in Michaels Rewards (checked by a third-party service) with a document showing your name, your school or organization, and your status. Michaels says a valid educator ID lets you make 3 purchases while verification finishes.
Source: Their own page (michaels.com) · Michaels teacher discount page. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Apple: education pricing

Educator discount
Area: Apple Store online and Apple Stores in the Indianapolis area

Apple's Education Sales Policy says any K-12 employee is eligible for education pricing, "including homeschool teachers."

  • Ages: For the parent-teacher
  • Cost: Education prices (vary by product)
  • When: Year-round
  • Proof needed: Apple may ask for extra qualifying information before it accepts an order, and it audits education purchases, so keep documents that show you homeschool. Yearly limits apply (for example one MacBook and two iPads per year).
Source: Their own page (apple.com). Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

📚 Library programs (4)

Library programs just for homeschool families.

Library programs (4)