The Indiana State Museum is a wonderful place to explore Indiana’s science and culture. Constructed entirely of Indiana materials including limestone, sandstone, steel, brick and glass, the museum’s exhibit space covers 72,000 square feet, and the organization maintains a collection of more than 400,000 artifacts. From the soaring Governor Frank O'Bannon Great Hall showcasing Robert Indiana’s INDIANA obelisk to the 92 county sculptures built into the exterior, even the building itself is a work of art. The museum's collection began in 1862. The new building opened in 2002.