About

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.

More than 400 Huntington County students annualy visit to learn about their heritage through school tours.  Groups and clubs schedule their meetings to include a guided tour of the museum. Tours are always welcome!

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.

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.

Mission & Vision

The Huntington County Historical Society, Inc. is a non-profit organization, whose purpose is to collect, preserve, interpret and promote interest in the history of Huntington County.  The Society presents its collection to the public through exhibitions, educational programs and publications.  The museum and meetings are open to the public on a regular basis without regard to race, creed or national origin.  Information concerning Huntington County’s history will be further disseminated through special tours, seminars, historical markers and demonstrations.  Special emphasis will be given to establishing a cooperative educational program with the local public and parochial schools.  We will endeavor to seek the widest possible involvement of people interesting in the history of Huntington County and in our mission.

Staff

Barb Rupley, Director

Huntington native Barb Rupley is the director of the Huntington County Historical Museum.