Programs


The Working Men’s Institute hosts a wide variety of adult and children's programs, lectures and workshops throughout the year.  The Friends of the WMI Lecture Series, children's story times, craft workshops and STEM activities are just a few of the diverse offerings that can be found at the Working Men’s Institute. Visit our calendar regularly to view our upcoming events.

Many of our past programs, including the Friends of the WMI Lecture Series are available for viewing.  Click here to view them in our Video Archives.

Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

 

Join Peggy Taylor for a six-week project, where you can learn to sketch flowers and plant forms while enjoying the gardens and green spaces of New Harmony! Funded by the Indiana Arts Commission, this program offers guided instruction as you observe, record, and draw inspiration from the beauty of Utopia.

No experience is required to attend this free class, and art supplies will be provided. Please call the WMI  to register for this event!

 

Thursday, September 11 - Sunday, September 14, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Sara Milonovich with Greg Anderson

Sara Milonovich with Greg Anderson

New Harmony music enthusiasts are in for an extraordinary experience with the upcoming performance by the celebrated singer, fiddler, and songwriter Sara Milonovich. Renowned for her enchanting fusion of indie alt-grass, folk rock, and American roots music, Milonovich will grace the stage at the WMI on Saturday, September 13th, at 7:00 p.m.

With a remarkable career that spans diverse musical genres and continents, Milonovich’s journey began at the tender age of four when she first picked up the fiddle. By the age of nine, she was leading her own band, and at twelve, she had already released her debut album. Throughout her illustrious career, she has had the privilege of performing alongside legendary artists such as Pete Seeger, Richard Shindell, Eliza Gilkyson, and Jim Gaudet and the Railroad Boys, further testament to her artistic versatility and talent.

Joining Milonovich for this evening of musical artistry will be Greg Anderson, her accomplished guitarist, producer, and fellow bandmate from the noted group Daisycutter. Anderson himself carries an impressive musical pedigree, having collaborated with a multitude of distinguished artists, including Eileen Ivers, Cry Cry Cry, Cathie Ryan, Doctor Nerve, and The Klezmatics.

The concert will take place in the Maclure Room, creating an inviting atmosphere conducive to an engaging musical experience. Given the limited seating available, attendees are strongly encouraged to arrive early to ensure they do not miss this exceptional opportunity to witness a night of extraordinary music.

 

Saturday, September 13, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

 

Join Peggy Taylor for a six-week project, where you can learn to sketch flowers and plant forms while enjoying the gardens and green spaces of New Harmony! Funded by the Indiana Arts Commission, this program offers guided instruction as you observe, record, and draw inspiration from the beauty of Utopia.

No experience is required to attend this free class, and art supplies will be provided. Please call the WMI  to register for this event!

 

Thursday, September 18 - Sunday, September 21, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Board of Trustees Meeting

Board of Trustees Meeting

Monthly Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, September 18, 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
FWMI Book Sale

FWMI Book Sale

Discover a vast selection of gently used books, movies, audiobooks, and more for all ages and interests. This includes both adult and children’s fiction and nonfiction, as well as hardcover and paperback editions.

Saturday, September 20, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
FWMI Book Sale

FWMI Book Sale

Discover a vast selection of gently used books, movies, audiobooks, and more for all ages and interests. This includes both adult and children’s fiction and nonfiction, as well as hardcover and paperback editions.

Sunday, September 21, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Inner Vision Part 2: Jungian Insights in Popular Culture

Inner Vision Part 2: Jungian Insights in Popular Culture

 

Carl Jung’s groundbreaking ideas are not just confined to psychology textbooks—they live and breathe in the culture around us. From dream interpretation to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, from popular books and mindfulness practices to the stories on our movie screens, Jung’s influence is woven into our everyday language and imagination.  His ideas are developed straightforwardly in fantasy content, storytelling, alternative spirituality, self-help and recovery communities.

This program will explore how Jungian principles surface in surprising ways, with special attention to three films and their central characters: The Truman Show (1998), American Beauty (1999), and John Huston’s 1956 adaptation of Moby Dick. Each provides a powerful lens for understanding shadow, archetypes, individuation, and the quest for meaning. We’ll also look at the enduring popularity of the Myers-Briggs and its roots in Jung’s theory of psychological types.

Join us for a lively, accessible discussion that brings Jung’s insights into focus through the lens of modern culture and timeless storytelling.

Note: You do not need to have attended Part One, but to feel prepared for the event, it would be helpful to watch the movies and take the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.

 

Wednesday, September 24, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Pre-School Storytime For Ages 3-5

Pre-School Storytime For Ages 3-5

Each Thursday morning, Tamara Allison will read a story and engage in educational activities.

Thursday, September 25, 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

 

Join Peggy Taylor for a six-week project, where you can learn to sketch flowers and plant forms while enjoying the gardens and green spaces of New Harmony! Funded by the Indiana Arts Commission, this program offers guided instruction as you observe, record, and draw inspiration from the beauty of Utopia.

No experience is required to attend this free class, and art supplies will be provided. Please call the WMI  to register for this event!

 

Thursday, September 25 - Sunday, September 28, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Pre-School Storytime For Ages 3-5

Pre-School Storytime For Ages 3-5

Each Thursday morning, Tamara Allison will read a story and engage in educational activities.

Thursday, October 2, 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

Join Peggy Taylor for a six-week project, where you can learn to sketch flowers and plant forms while enjoying the gardens and green spaces of New Harmony! Funded by the Indiana Arts Commission, this program offers guided instruction as you observe, record, and draw inspiration from the beauty of Utopia.

No experience is required to attend this free class, and art supplies will be provided. Please call the WMI  to register for this event!

Friday, October 3, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

Utopian Vision: Creating a Nature Journal

Join Peggy Taylor for a six-week project, where you can learn to sketch flowers and plant forms while enjoying the gardens and green spaces of New Harmony! Funded by the Indiana Arts Commission, this program offers guided instruction as you observe, record, and draw inspiration from the beauty of Utopia.

No experience is required to attend this free class, and art supplies will be provided. Please call the WMI  to register for this event!

Friday, October 10, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Community Events


While you can easily fill an entire day or even a weekend here at the Working Men’s Institute, there’s much more to do in idyllic New Harmony, Indiana.  Look here to see a calendar of upcoming events and learn more about other places to visit while you’re in town.