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Visitor tip
Use the research library by appointment to dive deep into local history topics like architect E. Hill Turnock's historic homes or your property's backstory. The collection is searchable through Elkhart Public Library catalog, and document copies cost only 10 cents each.
Visitor tip
Bring young children (ages 3-5) to the Curiosity Club programs like the Mail-themed activity ($4/child) for hands-on engagement, or visit during regular hours to find interactive elements set up at kids' eye level in each gallery room.
Visitor tip
Access the historic image collection through Indiana Memory online before or after your visit to research specific photos or people from Elkhart County's past and extend your learning experience.
About Elkhart County Historical Museum
Collections of local artifacts. Museum tracing Elkhart County heritage with a wide range of historical objects, photos & archives.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Admission
- Free
- Hours
- Tuesday-Saturday, 9 AM-5 PM
- Main Exhibits
- Crossroads of Elkhart County, Our Waters, Civics in Action
- Collection Size
- 30,000+ artifacts spanning 12,000 years
What visitors say
What a wonderful place to have for the city! We are purchasing a home that was designed by E. Hill Turnock in 1913. We were able to come view the Turnock project and the various other homes he designed. Everyone was very friendly and…
This is an amazing place to visit! So many interesting things to see!
Very large collection of artifacts. Special ways for kids to engage set up in each room at their eye level or near the floor. Impressed!
From 89 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The museum houses over 30,000 artifacts in its collection, with a research library available by appointment that is searchable through the Elkhart Public Library catalog
- Historic image collection is searchable through Indiana Memory, providing public access to regional archival materials
- The museum features a historic auditorium available for rent, indicating significant architectural heritage worth preserving
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