Swope Art Museum
The Sheldon Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, Indiana, United States, was originally funded by a bequest from Michael Sheldon Swope (1843–1929), a Civil War veteran and jeweler who lived in Terre Haute much of his adult life. Its story as a place to visit starts in 1942. Nearby, CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center (0 mi) leads the list.
A museum inside Terre Haute
You can stay in Terre Haute
Swope Art Museum is inside Terre Haute, which has 26 places to stay, so you won’t need a base farther out. Where to stay ↓
A day trip from Indianapolis
Indianapolis is about 71 miles east (straight-line). Where to stay ↓
Best months: Apr, May, Jun, Sep and Oct
April, May, June, September and October are the mild months, with highs of 66–84°. When to go ↓
Established in 1942
Swope Art Museum dates from 1942. About ↓
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Swope Art Museum
The Sheldon Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, Indiana, United States, was originally funded by a bequest from Michael Sheldon Swope (1843–1929), a Civil War veteran and jeweler who lived in Terre Haute much of his adult life. Planning for the art museum began on September 26, 1939, and the museum was officially open to the public on March 21, 1942. According to its mission statement, "The Sheldon Swope Art Museum collects, preserves and celebrates the best in American art with programs and exhibitions designed to engage, stimulate and educate those whose lives it touches; it enhances the culture and contributes to the economic development of the Greater Wabash Valley."
- Type
- Museum
- Established
- 1942
Lodging near Swope Art Museum
The closest lodging is in Terre Haute (26) and Harrison Township (10).
Compare 8 towns
| Town | From Swope Art Museum | Drive | Places to stay | People | Typical home | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terre Haute | in town | — | 26 19 hotels · 4 motels · 2 inns & B&Bs · 1 RV park | 58,764 | $116K | D |
| Harrison Township | in town | — | 10 6 hotels · 1 motel · 2 inns & B&Bs · 1 RV park | 49,277 | $106K | — |
| Honey Creek Township | 5 mi south | 10 min | 14 12 hotels · 2 motels | 17,354 | $181K | — |
| Lost Creek Township | 6 mi east | 10 min | 3 1 hotel · 1 motel · 1 campground | 11,305 | $222K | — |
| Otter Creek Township | 7 mi northeast | 10 min | 2 1 hotel · 1 inn or B&B | 9,001 | $162K | — |
| Riley Township | 8 mi southeast | 10 min | 2 1 lodge or cabins · 1 campground | 3,174 | $273K | — |
| Marshall | 16 mi west | 25 min | 5 4 hotels · 1 motel | 3,880 | $119K | B− |
| Jackson Township | 18 mi east | 30 min | 7 4 hotels · 1 motel · 1 lodge or cabins · 1 campground | 2,812 | $227K | — |
Getting there
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Also within reach
Places worth adding lie within 70 miles.
Big draw69 mi Stadium & arenaLucas Oil Stadium
70 mi Stadium & arenaGainbridge Fieldhouse
51 mi Stadium & arenaMemorial Stadium
62 mi LandmarkAmerican Football House
62 mi Stadium & arenaGies Memorial Stadium
31 mi State parkTurkey Run State Park
70 mi LandmarkSoldiers' and Sailors' Monument1in town MuseumCANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education CenterPhoto credits
Lucas Oil Stadium: Josh Hallett from Winter Haven, FL, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 · Gainbridge Fieldhouse: Durin at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Memorial Stadium: Durin at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 · American Football House: BanjoZebra, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Gies Memorial Stadium: T.J. Blakeman, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Turkey Run State Park: Daniel Schwen, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument: alexeatswhales, CC BY 2.0
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Quick answers on Swope Art Museum
Is Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute?
Yes. It’s inside Terre Haute, IN.
When is the best time to visit Swope Art Museum?
April, May, June, September and October, with highs of 66–84°.
How far is Swope Art Museum from Indianapolis?
About 71 miles east of Indianapolis, as the crow flies.
What is the closest airport to Swope Art Museum?
University of Illinois Willard (CMI), about 61 miles away. The nearest big hub is Indianapolis (IND), about 62 miles.
Where should I stay near Swope Art Museum?
Terre Haute (in town, 26 places to stay), Honey Creek Township (5 mi, 14 places to stay) and Harrison Township (in town, 10 places to stay).
Local tips in Terre Haute
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