“From Dark Pages” progressive mystery play

As far as we know, H.G. Wells, Jack the Ripper, Shakespeare’s Three Crones, Frankenstein’s Monster, Queen Victoria, Ophelia from Hamlet, and Arthur Conan Doyle never encountered one another at the Morris-Butler House—or any house for that matter. That’s one reason people have found From Dark Pages such a delightful piece of macabre Victorian fantasy.

LEARN MORE through Friday, October 31 6:30 p.m.  –  10:30 p.m. (240 minutes of caring)

Pinkies Up: Modern Etiquette for Kids

Just in time for the holidays, bring your child to the Morris-Butler House to learn about table-manners and thank you note-writing! During our three week course, children will learn how to eat a variety of foods, make introductions, write thank you notes, and behave in various public situations!

LEARN MORE through Saturday, November 15 10:00 a.m.  –  12:00 p.m. (120 minutes of caring)

Alice in Wonderland Novel Tea

Bring your copy of Lewis Carroll's classic tale, Alice in Wonderland, to the Morris-Butler House for an afternoon of literature, tea, and fun! We'll discuss the novel, the author's unique life, and learn about the girl who inspired the book loved the world over with IUPUI English professor, Steve Wolcott, while enjoying a delicious Victorian tea.

LEARN MORE 1:00 p.m.  –  3:00 p.m. (120 minutes of caring)

Children's Etiquette Tea

Miss Manners would be proud! Children ages 7-12 attend a tea party and learn about proper etiquette.

LEARN MORE 1:00 p.m.  –  3:00 p.m. (120 minutes of caring)

Volunteer: Conscious Consuming Discussion Series

Conscious Consuming recently launched a discussion guide on their website to make it easy to host local green living discussion groups.

LEARN MORE through Sunday, May 31

Volunteer: Heart in Education Teacher Outreach

Heart in Education Teacher Outreach is a non-profit organization that provides professional support and guidance to educators working in Honduras. Groups of Indianapolis teachers bring teacher & student supplies to Honduras during one week teacher outreach missions.

LEARN MORE through Tuesday, September 8

Volunteer: The Julian Center

As a community-based organization, The Julian Center welcomes your involvement in improving the lives of women and children in central Indiana. You can volunteer your time and talents to support our programs, or even explore opportunities for employment with us.

LEARN MORE through Wednesday, December 31

Victorian Holiday Tea

Learn how families celebrated the winter season and how many of today’s Christmas traditions became popular in the Victorian era at an event guaranteed to usher in a meaningful holiday season.

LEARN MORE through Saturday, December 20 2:00 p.m.  –  4:00 p.m. (120 minutes of caring)

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