Eclipse Show at Koch Planetarium
Our eclipse-oriented planetarium show further demonstrates the underlying conditions which combine to produce solar and lunar eclipses. Hosted by the staff of our planetarium and using our Digistar graphics projection system, in the eclipse production visitors will see first-hand the geometry that makes a solar eclipse possible. A realistic simulation of the eclipse is included in the show. Admission to our eclipse planetarium show, or any full-dome movie, in our theater is complimentary with Museum admission.
GLVC Swim & Dive Championships
The 2024 Great Lakes Valley Conference Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Championships returns to the Deaconess Aquatic Center in Evansville, Indiana, for the 11th editions of the annual events, Feb. 6-10, and is the second time the postseason meet has been held at this venue.
Come From Away
On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us all. This stirring and inspiring musical takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of the small town in Newfoundland that opened their homes to 7,000 stranded travelers on 9/11. During that fateful week, cultures clashed and nerves ran high—but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Celebrate the best of humankind and the best in all of us at COME FROM AWAY
USI International Food Festival
The University of Southern Indiana International Club and Center for International Programs will host the annual International Food Expo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, February 16 in Carter Hall, located in University Center West on campus.
Back to the 80's with EPO
Back to the 80's is a power packed evening of the decade’s #1 hit songs, including The Power of Love, Time After Time, Material Girl, I Wanna Dance with Somebody, Higher Love, Addicted to Love and many others. Featuring the music of such 80's iconic stars as Madonna, Debbie Gibson, Huey Lewis & The News, Phil Collins, Billy Joel, Joe Cocker, and others, Back to the 80's contains all new arrangements by Grammy-winner Jeff Tyzik and features three incredible vocalists; Paul Loren, Brie Cassil and Colin Smith.
Free student and children tickets are available beginning Feb 5. Adult tickets starting at just $30 are available now!
Black History Month Unity Concert
Join us for an inspiring and uplifting performance of The Black History Month Unity Choir concert, under the direction of Rev. James Hamler.
Cirque Zuma Zuma at Henderson Fine Arts Center
For over 15 years, the Zuma Zuma Acrobats have redefined audience perceptions of African acrobatics. Their exciting performances started in Kenya, later leading to tours across Europe and Australia before coming to the United States in 2003.
Experts at precision, tumbling, somersaulting, and gymnastics, the acrobats intrigue audiences with amazing displays of flexibility, and control!
The Zuma Zuma Acrobats have been featured in the Steve Harvey 30 Seconds of Fame show and on America’s Got Talent!
Family Free Days with African American Museum at Wesselman Woods
Continuing our newest tradition, Wesselman Woods will be open for free the last Saturday of each month in 2024.
Visit us and enjoy over 4 miles of trails, the 5-acre Welborn Baptist Foundation Nature Playscape, the Arwood Family Treehouse (coming soon!), and the Bernhardt Family Bird Sanctuary.
NEW for 2024: FREE YOGA SESSIONS AT FREE SATURDAYS!
Brought to us by Velocity Fitness. Enjoy a 45-minute session of yoga for free each Family Free Day beginning at 11 AM.
Also new this year, Wesselman Woods will host our "Nature's Greatest Sight" eclipse festival partners at the Nature Center for special multicultural community days!
February 24 will be African American Museum Day in partnership with the Evansville African American Museum.
Our friends at the EVPL will also be in attendance with eclipse-themed activities and the Vanderburgh County Health Department will have an information booth.
