Children's Museums
Taylor Center of Natural History
📍 12308 Strawtown Ave, Noblesville, IN 46060🌐 www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov/1954/Strawtown-Koteewi-Park-and-The-Taylor-Ce
🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 1–5 PM |
About Taylor Center of Natural History
Taylor Center of Natural History is a children's museum in Noblesville, IN. The Koteewi Trace is a replicated Native American village site with life-sized structures that visitors can explore, offering hands-on experience of 1200-1400 A.D. occupation periods. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 24 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Best For
- All ages
- Location
- 800-acre Strawtown Koteewi Park with 9+ miles of trails
- Highlights
- Native American artifacts, mock archaeology dig, replicated village site, aerial treetop trails, archery, horseback riding
- Hours
- Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm
💡 Did You Know?
- The Koteewi Trace is a replicated Native American village site with life-sized structures that visitors can explore, offering hands-on experience of 1200-1400 A.D. occupation periods
- The museum features a mock dig site that allows visitors to participate in hands-on archaeology learning, combining education with interactive exploration
- Native American artifacts in the collection span the 1200-1400 A.D. period and include arrowheads, pottery, and human remains from archaeological discoveries
- The facility integrates natural history education with outdoor adventure activities including aerial treetop trails, archery, horseback riding, canoeing, and seasonal snow tubing
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan to spend time at both the Taylor Center museum and the adjacent Koteewi Trace replicated Native American village—they're just a short walk apart and offer complementary experiences that deepen understanding of local history.
- Bring young children (infants and toddlers) on indoor play days—the museum's interactive features like the bear rug, animal pelts, and sensory exhibits (turtle tanks, frog sounds) are engaging for babies and crawlers without requiring long attention spans.
- Check the Calendar before visiting for seasonal programming and special events focused on Native Americans, stargazing, and nature hikes—these programs add educational depth beyond the permanent exhibits.
- If planning to fish at Koteewi Lake, remember to bring a valid Indiana fishing license—it's required and not available on-site.
- Visit for a peaceful outdoor experience away from city crowds—the combination of hiking/biking trails, peaceful park setting, and mock dig site makes it ideal for families wanting nature exploration alongside history learning.
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