Museums Around The Bend
History comes alive around South Bend and Mishawaka at several museums. Take the time to explore their exhibits for a closer look at the area's roots. The Bend is also home to several art museums and prehistoric experiences. Check our listings below for your adventure.
Explore the Past
Studebaker National Museum
Local history, presidential lore and automotive progress combine at Studebaker National Museum.

Indiana Dinosaur Museum
Stepping into the Indiana Dinosaur Museum is to go back through 1.9 billion years of history. Located in South Bend near the South Bend International Airport, the museum…

Events
100th St. Joseph County 4-H Fair
Join us to celebrate our 100th fair! We have 9 days of affordable family fun planned & cannot…
Bingo with Cats!
Cats and Bingo - what more do you need? A fun-filled hour of several rounds of Bingo IN our cat…
Blood on the Clocktower Game Night
Join us for a night of murder-mystery, deception and fun! This game night is completely free! There…
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks
City and Campus: Rediscovering Lost Landmarks Raclin Gallery of Notre Dame History December 7, 2024…
Flora and Fauna: Mark Ghyselinck CSC and Julie Neises
Fire Arts invites the public to an exhibit by Impressionist artist Mark Ghyselinck CSC, and sculptor…
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks
Freshwater Fury: Great Lakes Shipwrecks June 7 - December 31, 2025 This year marks 50 years since…
Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses
Lifting the Roof: The World of Dollhouses June 22, 2024 – August 10, 2025 Changing Gallery…
Old-Timey Music Session
Join us at Fid's as local musicians gather around the Hearth to play Old-Timey Music!
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks by Richard Alfieri
ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY! JULY 1, 2025 AT 7:30 PM AT ACTING ENSEMBLE ON THE AVENUE! This scathing dark…
South Bend Farmers Market
South Bend Farmers Market. Enjoy a wide variety of regional vendors of seasonal produce, baked…
Tours of the Morris Performing Arts Center
Step behind the Morris curtain .... You may have seen a concert or Broadway show at the Morris…
Werewolf Night at The Well
Welcome to our next game night! This event's theme is Ultimate Werewolf! We have played and learned…
Wood Window Restoration 101
Event Description: Expert window restorers, Adam Toering and Elicia Garske, cover the basics of wood…
Yoga in the Garden
Join us for a free guided yoga session! Unwind while connecting with nature in the garden…
Fitness Bootcamp
Get moving every Wednesday from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Howard Park! Fitness Bootcamp features…