Winterlights arrives at Newfields in time for the holidays
True story: We have been scouring the social media feeds coming out of Newfields - the newly-branded art and nature park campus located at 38th and Michigan Roads which houses the Indianapolis Museum of Art - for weeks. WEEKS we tell you. Why?
Winterlights.
This brand new holiday tradition channels what we've already seen popping up around Indy for the past couple years: Lights. Downtown Indy's Circle of Lights - the tall "tree" surrounding Monument Circle. Lights at the Brickyard, the drive-thru holiday experience at IMS. The Reynolds Farm Equipment John Deere free Christmas lights display in Noblesville.But in slight contrast to its predecessors, Winterlights by Newfields joins the holiday scene with a slightly different focus: Lights used in a beautifully intricate light form to enhance an already-gorgeous setting. We had the chance to sneak peek it yesterday evening and are spilling some details...
More from the official press release:
This winter, begin a new tradition at Newfields with Winterlights, a curated outdoor lights experience from Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. This dazzling nighttime experience will run nightly {except Mondays*} at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. throughout the season.
Explore The Garden at Newfields as never before with more than one million multi-colored lights and 80 foot trees wrapped to the ends of each tiny branch. Breathe in the crisp, winter air filled with the scent of evergreens and campfires. Marvel at the choreographed Landscape of Light on the Lilly House lawn and stroll garden pathways, nestled amongst trees glowing with color. Listen to your favorite seasonal songs as lights dance to the music.
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While strolling through Winterlights, indulge in a warm cup of hot chocolate or apple cider—with spiked options available for adults—and a special Newfields beer from Taxman Brewing Company. Warm your hands by the fire and make your own s’more provided by local Girl Scouts, or continue your journey with treats to go.
Winterlights will continue some of the IMA’s most beloved holiday traditions. At its heart will be the historic Lilly House, filled with sparkling decorations and beautiful floral displays that continue the Christmas at Lilly House tradition started in 1971. Karl Unnasch’s whimsical 50-foot-tall tree of toys, Playtime in Indy, returns in a brand new location surrounded by giant Whimsy Trees, perfect for a family photo. Every Tuesday in December, Santa Claus will join in the fun with a special appearance.
“We are so excited to welcome everyone to Winterlights,” said Jonathan Wright, The Ruth Lilly Deputy Director for Horticulture and Natural Resources. “After traveling the world to see the best of the best, we’ve reimagined and expanded our annual celebration of the season into a spectacular and glowing tribute to The Garden and, especially, our towering, historic trees. There’s never been anything like this in Indiana before.”
Important know-before-you-go details:
Bundle up! This stroller-friendly event is hosted almost entirely outdoors.
Restrooms are located inside the Indianapolis Museum of Art, Lilly House and Greenhouse.
Winterlights will run twice nightly at 5 and 7pm throughout the holiday season.
COST: Tickets at the door are at $25/public adult and $20/member adult. OR save 20 percent by purchasing your tickets online and ticket prices drop to $20/public adult and $15/member adult. Youth ages 6-17 are $13-17/at door; $8-12/in advance.
Kids 5 and under are FREE.
ALSO: Member preview pricing {$10/member} has been extended through Thanksgiving!
During the run of Winterlights, The Garden and IMA Galleries at Newfields will close at 4 p.m. daily. The Museum & Garden Shop and The Café will remain open throughout the evening.
For more information visit discovernewfields.org/winterlights
