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.

Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
Thursday, October 17, 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
STEM Story Time
WMI Events

STEM Story Time

Get ready for an exciting session with Tamara Allison as she shares a captivating STEM-related story and leads fun-filled and creative activities. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have a blast while learning!

Thursday, November 7, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FWMI Lecture Series-Zach Garcia
Friends of the Working Men’s Institute

FWMI Lecture Series-Zach Garcia

Wesselman Woods: A Beacon of Hope for the Future.

Zach is a native of Northwest Indiana. He joined Wesselman Woods in 2019 and in January 2022, he became Executive Director.
He is a UW-Michigan and Yale School of Environment graduate. He served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Nepal for three years. Zach has a son. They have a beagle, a papillon, tarantula, and bees at home.

Thursday, November 14, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
Thursday, November 21, 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
***CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING***

***CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING***

The Working Men’s Institute will be closed tomorrow, November 28th to celebrate Thanksgiving. Our services resume Friday, November 29th at 10:00 a.m.

Thursday, November 28, All Day
Christmas Open House
WMI Events

Christmas Open House

Join us for our annual Christmas Open House! There will be food, music, and fun for all ages.

Friday, December 6, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
Thursday, December 19, 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
***CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS***

***CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS***

As the day of rest draws near, we prepare to close our doors on the eve of December 24th, allowing our hardworking team to indulge in a well-deserved respite. Fear not, for our diligent efforts shall resume with fervor at 10:00 a.m. on December 26th. We wish to express our heartfelt gratitude for your steadfast patronage, which fuels our commitment to excellence.

Tuesday, December 24 - Wednesday, December 25, All Day
***CLOSED FOR NEW YEARS EVE***

***CLOSED FOR NEW YEARS EVE***

Our staff is taking a breather on Tuesday, December 31st to ring in the New Year. We’ll be back in action at 10:00 a.m. sharp on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Tuesday, December 31 - Wednesday, January 1, All Day
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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.