IN the Parks: Cathy Ferree, Indiana State Museum President

I am so excited for Season 3 where we'll be visiting the Indiana State Museum's 11 historic sites around the state. So many of these sites are just a stone's throw away from a state park, AND the historic sites were once managed by Indiana DNR. In this episode, we'll hear from Cathy Ferree, the president of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites. She shares her background, her passion for Indiana history, and why museums and historic sites are even more valuable today, especially for kids. I loved this conversation with Cathy! Be sure to plan a visit to the Indiana State Museum or any of the 11 historic sites. You can learn about hours, costs, and memberships on their website. Learn more about what to do at White River State Park and plan a visit. YouTube episodes are adapted from my podcast so are audio only but include pictures from the park. You can also listen on Apple or Spotify. Follow along on Instagram & Facebook @intheparksonline Interviews are from summer 2026 and have been edited for length and clarity. Any mistakes are my own. Hope to see you IN the Parks!