1859 Balloon Voyage
March 31-October 31
Feel the excitement build as the future of manned flight becomes real at Conner Prairie's 1859 Balloon Voyage! Learn about the inspiration behind this experience by visiting the Flight School and strolling through the Lafayette, IN 1859 exhibit. Top it off with a flight 350 feet above the prairie with breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Learn more about this piece of Indiana history here and in person.
1859 Balloon Voyage Junior Aeronaut Adventure
Become a Junior Aeronaut and learn to fly the balloon with one of Conner Prairie's certified pilots! You'll learn to read instruments, determine weather conditions and control the balloon. Then you'll take a flight and help to fly! At the end of the flight, you'll have earned your Junior Aeronaut certificate with wings. $5 (does not include cost of 1859 Balloon Voyage ticket; sold separately).
Ticket & Coupon Info & What to Expect
