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.

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, August 14, 10:30 am - 11:00 am
New Harmony Farmers and Artisans Market Presented by the WMI

New Harmony Farmers and Artisans Market Presented by the WMI

Experience the journey from farm to table and heart to home where each product is crafted with care. Discover the bounty and artistry of some of  New Harmony’s finest crafters and farmers at our market, where quality and creativity come together!

Saturday, August 16, 9:00 am - 12:00 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, August 21, 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Board of Trustees Meeting

Board of Trustees Meeting

Monthly Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, August 21, 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
New Harmony Farmers and Artisans Market Presented by the WMI

New Harmony Farmers and Artisans Market Presented by the WMI

Experience the journey from farm to table and heart to home where each product is crafted with care. Discover the bounty and artistry of some of  New Harmony’s finest crafters and farmers at our market, where quality and creativity come together!

Saturday, August 23, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Pencil Workshop with Stanley Campbell

Pencil Workshop with Stanley Campbell

Learn the fundamentals of pencil drawing in a supportive and engaging environment with Posey County Historian Stanley Campbell. This workshop provides ample opportunity for hands-on practice and personalized feedback.

Saturday, August 23, 10:00 am - 12:00 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, August 28, 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Kiwanis Story Time

Kiwanis Story Time

Janet Lorence will be reading The Very Quiet Cricket by Eric Carle. A complimentary copy of the book will be provided to each registered child. To register, please call 812-682-4806 or e-mail librarian@workingmensinstitute.org or director@workingmensinstitute.org

Thursday, August 28, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
New Harmony Farmers and Artisans Market Presented by the WMI

New Harmony Farmers and Artisans Market Presented by the WMI

Experience the journey from farm to table and heart to home where each product is crafted with care. Discover the bounty and artistry of some of  New Harmony’s finest crafters and farmers at our market, where quality and creativity come together!

Saturday, August 30, 9:00 am - 12:00 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 4, 10:30 am - 11:00 am
New Harmony Farmers and Artisans Market Presented by the WMI

New Harmony Farmers and Artisans Market Presented by the WMI

Experience the journey from farm to table and heart to home where each product is crafted with care. Discover the bounty and artistry of some of  New Harmony’s finest crafters and farmers at our market, where quality and creativity come together!

Saturday, September 6, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
NHGCA presents: Shauta Marsh of Big Car Collaborative: Social Alchemy Project

NHGCA presents: Shauta Marsh of Big Car Collaborative: Social Alchemy Project

Drawing from the ‘Social Alchemy Project’ — a multi-year project linking New Harmony, Indiana, with Big Car Collaborative, Indianapolis’ premiere contemporary art space— Marsh will describe her approach as a curator and arts organizer to utopian art practice and describe the genesis of this partnership, as well as the ways it has evolved. The project has spanned a series of conversations in New Harmony and has produced exhibitions of local artists in Indianapolis, including Docey Lewis, Laura Foster Nicholson, and more, with Ben Nicholson’s exhibit forthcoming at the Indianapolis art gallery in the exhibition year 2026/27.

Shauta Marsh is the Co-Founder and Director of Programs & Exhibitions at Big Car Collaborative, where she co-leads initiatives focused on restorative spaces and urban-rural relationships. As a social practice artist, curator, and writer, she produces the Social Alchemy radio programs on 99.1 WQRT LP in Indianapolis and develops public art projects through Big Car’s Spark program.

Specializing in community memory and mythology, Shauta has curated over 50 exhibitions featuring artists like Carlos Rolón and LaToya Ruby Frazier. Her presentations last about 40 minutes, followed by a Q&A session.

Sunday, September 7, 2:00 pm - 4:00 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.