In-person program
Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center
450 W. Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Friday, October 18, 2024
7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
(check in begins at 6:30 p.m.)
Guest: $30 | IHS Member: $25 | Indiana Medical History Museum Member: $25 | At the door (regardless of membership type): $35
(active account and sign-in required to receive member discount.)
Whodunit?
Step back in time to 1930s small town Indiana for a thrilling educational murder mystery event. Channel your inner detective as you become one of the first to secure the scene, take detailed notes, and interview potential witnesses to unravel characters, motive, and means. Dive into history of the area as you work to solve the case, identify suspects, analyze the crime scene, collaborate with the coroner, and uncover the truth.
Costumes are encouraged and attention to detail is essential in the race against the clock to crack the case. Win prizes for all subsequent correct detectives or teams.
A panel of IHS staff will be deciding who is the “best dressed” person or team; a prize is up for grabs for best costume, so dress to impress!
Join us for this unforgettable experience where history meets fun. Come see what all the fun and fuss is about.
In partnership with the Indiana Medical History Museum and Blind Owl Brewery
Frequently Asked Questions:
How does it work?
The game’s afoot at 7 p.m. where you will gather to be introduced to the basics of the crime you have to solve. Grab your clue packet and make your way around the History Center to determine whodunit by questioning witnesses and solving puzzles. The first team to unravel the mystery wins a prize. Subsequent teams with correct answers are entered to win awesome prize packs, with a chance to win the best costume award. At the end, the murderer and the motive will be unveiled to all, and winners will be announced.
What should I wear?
This year’s mystery is set in the early 1930s. Costumes are encouraged if you can move freely around the History Center. Please refrain from pulling out masks that fully cover your face, and refrain from bringing any real or replica weapons.
Do I compete by myself or as a team?
Either! You’ll decide when you turn in your answer card. Though we think sleuthing is more fun as a team.
Can I bring the kids?
Whodunit? is a live-action role-playing event with actors that encourages critical thinking in a historical setting to solve a real murder which may include blood, descriptions of violence, coarse language, illicit activities, and discussion of events not appropriate for younger children. This event is rated PG-13.
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PURCHASING TICKETS:
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