The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is getting a Ferris wheel.
In honor of the museum’s 100th anniversary, a 110-foot tall Centennial Ferris Wheel will make its debut on March 15, 2025. The 12-story tall Ferris wheel, which is one of the biggest portable Ferris wheels in the country, will give families and museum guests a bird’s-eye view of the museum campus, downtown skyline and surrounding areas through Nov. 2, 2025, according to a press release.
“Ferris wheels have a unique appeal that combines nostalgia, panoramic views and a sense of excitement,” Jennifer Pace Robinson, president and CEO of the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, said in a statement. “Throughout our Centennial year, we are celebrating 100 years of sparking memories, wonder and dreams. We are excited to add this unique experience that will offer families a chance to do all three!”
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is partnering with Riley Children’s Health, Old National Bank, Ice Miller LLP and The Heritage Group to bring this experience to Indianapolis in honor of their 100th birthday year.
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The Ferris wheel will be placed in the northwest portion of the “Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience” and operate during the museum’s normal business hours and special events. An additional ticket — which costs $6 for members and $8 for nonmembers — will be required to ride the Ferris wheel.
The Ferris wheel includes 24 gondolas, each seating up to six people. Accessible gondolas are also available for wheelchair users. A typical ride on the Ferris wheel lasts approximately seven to eight minutes.
The Children’s Museum is leasing the Ferris wheel from Ride Worx, a company providing rides and experiences for the Brookfield Zoo in Chicago and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, March 15-Nov. 2, 2025. For more information, visit childrensmuseum.org.
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Chloe McGowan is the Arts & Culture Reporter for the Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper. Originally from Columbus, OH, Chloe graduated with a degree in journalism from The Ohio State University. She is a former IndyStar Pulliam Fellow, and her previous work includes freelancing for Indy Maven, Assistant Arts & Life Editor for The Lantern, and editorial assistant at CityScene Media Group. Chloe enjoys covering all things arts and culture — from local music, visual art, dance, theater and film, as well as minority-owned businesses. In her free time, Chloe enjoys reading, cooking and keeping her plants alive.
