​Huntington County Historical Museum

 

 

Visitors trace the history of Huntington County from prehistory, Miami Indian and French Voyageur period, Canal era and pioneer settlement to today.  In 1999 the museum was relocated from the fourth floor of the Courthouse to its present location, with over 8,000 square feet of exhibit space.  The building is handicapped accessible, with ample parking.

 

In 2009-10, over 400 Huntington County students learned to appreciate their heritage through school tours.  Groups and clubs schedule their meetings to include a guided tour of the museum. Tours are always welcome!

 

Support for the museum comes from memberships, newsletter advertising, visitor donations, and the Huntington County Commissioners.  The Historical Society was organized in 1925 and incorporated in 1985.

 

Interesting programs are offered to the public on the 3rd Wednesday of March, May, July, Sept., Nov., and Dec.  Programs begin at 7:00pm at the Museum, and feature some aspect of local history.  All programs are free and open to the public.

 

Treasures of the past are on display in the newly-enlarged museum building.  Visitors enjoy viewing the 1940s farm house, a drug store soda shop, a Victorian parlor, business, sports and war memorabilia.  Of special interest is a “Mural of Memories”, created by local artist Robert Fettinger, and an HO gauge model of the Erie Railroad. Special exhibits are added throughout the year.