The panel will include YA authors, an educator, and an ACLU representative. Attendees will gain a better understanding and awareness of the attacks on free speech through the restriction of books. Come listen, learn, and walk away with effective arguments to defend free speech and the circulation of books. The use of book bans in […]

Join us at the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library for a one-of-a-kind event celebrating the renowned author Kurt Vonnegut. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting acquainted with his writings, VonnegutFest 2023 promises an unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in the world of Vonnegut as you engage with fellow fans! Our day begins with pay what you […]

On January 26th, celebrate 15 years of KVML being an official Indiana nonprofit organization! Woo hoo! Enjoy free admission to the museum during the day and a free copy of Jess Walter's The Cold Millions if you sign up an NEA Big Read event. In the evening, party with us like we're on Tralfamadore with food, […]

Join the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library, Indiana Landmarks Black Heritage Preservation, IUI Arts and Humanities Institute, and Indiana Remembrance Coalition to discuss black labor with A’Lelia Bundles, Britt Redd, Jakobi Williams, James English, Eunice Trotter, and others.

KVML and Indy Reads invite you to a book discussion on The Cold Millions by Jess Walter, as part of KVML's NEA Big Reads programming. Secure your spot now and score a FREE copy of the book if you don't already own one – because great stories are meant to be shared!

Join us as KVML partners with The Eugene V. Debs Museum as part of our NEA Big Reads programming, offering profound insights into the historical backdrop of The Cold Millions, a novel by Jess Walter. Immerse yourself in the fascinating stories of local and global labor rights movements, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of […]

"The Earthlings behaved at all times as though there were a big eye in the sky—as though that big eye were ravenous for entertainment.” - Kurt Vonnegut, The Sirens of Titan On April 8th at 3:06 P.M., Indianapolis will be shrouded in darkness for three and a half minutes during the The Great American Eclipse. […]

You'll be seeing polka dots and moonbeams at our inaugural speakeasy event at KVML's Bokonon Lounge! You'll be unstuck in time back to Indiana Avenue in 1922. Come dressed in your 20's best and join us for a roaring evening of music, comedy, food, specialty drinks. Early bird tickets are on sale until the end […]

KVML and Carmel Clay Public Library invite you to a book discussion on The Cold Millions by Jess Walter. Secure your spot now and score a FREE copy of the book if you don't already have one – because great stories are meant to be shared!