Unveiled by Indiana’s soybean farmers at the 2013 Indiana State Fair, the Glass Barn is the premier destination for educating Hoosiers about farming.
The Glass Barn program is funded through Indiana’s soybean checkoff.
Using engaging displays, games and programs, it allows visitors to learn about farming, farmers’ connections with the land, and the technology they use everyday. The Glass Barn is open to the public each year during the Indiana State Fair and for field trips year-round.
Volunteer at the Glass Barn
We are so thankful for our Glass Barn volunteers for making this year’s fair even more special. We will send out information about volunteering at the next state fair in 2026.
Soy Market
Try your hand at this grocery-style game to find all the soy-based shopping items.
Live Farmer Chats
Farmer chats take place each day during the State Fair at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Meet the Indiana Farmers
Combine Simulator
Climb aboard a life-sized combine and virtually harvest soybeans in our Glass Barn Combine Simulator!
Photo Booths
Get a fantastic snapshot with an awesome backdrop to cherish forever.
Soy you think you can farm?
The video game, “Soy You Think You Can Farm,” teaches visitors about agriculture from planting to harvest.
Click here to play the gamePlay BeanGo
Take a peek inside the Glass Barn
Funded with Indiana soybean checkoff dollars.
Glass Barn General Information
Address
1202 East 38th Street
Indianapolis IN, 46205
Hours
9am – 9pm during the state fair
Contact
Email: glassbarn@indianasoybean.com
Phone: 317-347-3620
Field Trip
The Glass Barn is open year-round through Field Trips Only to educators and their classes. Click here to sign up your class. Email The Barns at thebarns@indianastatefair.com to sign your class up or questions call 317-927-7568.
Volunteer at the Glass Barn
Click here to volunteer for a 4-hour shift
You’ll receive: free admission to the State Fair, free meal coupon, Bean Team shirt, parking pass.