Conner Prairie Treetop Outpost

Located in Conner Prairie’s interactive history park, this four-story structure and supporting architectural vignettes are designed to connect youth with the natural environment. As Indiana’s first Smithsonian affiliate, the Conner Prairie leadership desired to create a new outdoor exhibit to enhance the 1836-era themed Prairietown experience. The concept seemed simple: create a four story tree outpost in the forest with the idea of incorporating archeology, craft-making, and musical experiences, with nature as the foundation for these experiences.