Family Weekend 2025 Open Houses
The Farm House Museum and Christian Petersen Art Museum are usually closed on weekends, so it's uncommon that all three University Museums locations are open on Saturday and Sunday afternoon in honor of Cyclone Family Weekend, October 11 and 12, 2025 only. Admission is always free, and donations are welcome. Regular hours vary by location.
Open to everyone! You don't need to be a student, parent, or alum to enjoy this adventure—all visitors are welcome during Family Weekend.
The $2 Museum Hop
Family Weekend, October 11-12, 2025
Three museums, two dollars, one perfect day
Complete the route and earn a special treat at the Farm House Museum! Discover all three University Museums locations in one afternoon.
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If you’re driving in, park at the Scheman Building. it's free!
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Visit the Brunnier Art Museum inside, open 1-4 PM. it's free!
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Hop on the #3 Campus CyRide at the "Lincoln Way at Beach Avenue Westbound" stop in front of Linden Hall. it's $1!
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Pull the yellow cord after Coover Hall to get off at Parks Library.
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Walk down Morrill Road to Morrill Hall.
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Visit the Christian Petersen Art Museum inside, open 1-4 PM. it's free!
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Meander the Anderson Sculpture Garden and enjoy Art on Campus sculptures as you walk 5 minutes across the beautiful quad to the Farm House Museum.
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Visit - and eat a treat - at the Farm House Museum, open 1-4 PM. it's free!
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Grab the #3 Campus CyRide at Bessey Hall. it's $1!
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Pull the yellow cord after Forker Hall to get off at "Beach Road at Linden Hall."
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Return to your vehicle and have a lovely rest of your day!
- Time spent: Approximately 22 minutes of bus time, 20 minutes of walking time, plus time spent in museums.
- Want to walk it all? It’s a scenic 1.7 mile (~40 minute) out-and-back between all three museums via direct routes.
- No cash? CyRide has a digital pass option through an app called Token Transit. You can purchase tickets through the app and show it to the driver when boarding. Current ISU students ride free.
- Confused about CyRide? Ask the driver for help in knowing where your stop is, at any time. They are happy to help!
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If you want to see a weekday museum-hopping itinerary or one which hits ALL exhibitions on campus, let us know!