If you have visited some of the buildings at Ouabache State Park in Wells County, you probably noticed the beautiful stone fireplaces. All of the buildings have the original fireplaces that were built by the CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps.) boys 90 years ago! The workers hand placed the stones and were very creative in the... Continue Reading →
Thank you to all of the visitors who voted for their favorite trees at the "Christmas in the Mansion," held over four weekends during November and December, 2025 at the Wells County Historical Museum in Bluffton. Over 1000 ballots were submitted by visitors listing their choice of the top three trees from the 37 decorated... Continue Reading →
The Wells County Historical Society would like to thank all of the individuals and businesses who contributed to making the 2025 “Christmas in the Mansion” a beautiful place to visit during the holiday season. Thank you to all of the volunteers who assisted in hosting the visitors to the museum. Thanks also to the volunteers... Continue Reading →
Here are more trees (#'s 19 - 37) that were on display at the Christmas in the Mansion. Be sure to check them out. Tree # 19 - Niche in the Back Hallway to Basement. Blue Poppy Designs by Tamara Tyree & Teresa Beck. Tree # 20 - Back Hallway Display Display Case Ledges. TJ's... Continue Reading →
A special preview of the recently released history book, "Craigville, Indiana" was held on November 20, 2025 at the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton. Local historian and author of the book, Alan Daugherty shared several stories from the 398 page book and thanked the AdamsWells Internet Telecom for sponsoring the printing of the book.... Continue Reading →
Lancaster Park and the Bluffton Parks Department were honored to welcome the Lancaster Central Class of 1964 back to the new Lancaster Park in September 2025 —their old stomping grounds filled with so many memories. In true Lancaster spirit, they came together to gift the community a beautiful new sign sharing the history of the... Continue Reading →
Our local history series begins on September 24, 10:00am at the Wells County Historical Museum with Alan Dougherty speaking about the Civilian Conservation Corps and the impact it had at Ouabache State Park. The Senior Snippets is part of the Bluffton Parks Department program. The series is free and advance registration is appreciated by call... Continue Reading →
Thank you to everyone who helped make the "Walking Tour of Downtown Bluffton Churches" held on Thursday, August 21, 2025 a success. Jim Sturgeon, Tour Guide and President of the Wells County Historical Society and Museum is shown explaining some history at the Bluffton First Methodist Church. The First Reformed Church of Bluffton located at... Continue Reading →
Thank you to everyone who attended the July 20, Ice Cream Social. Everyone enjoyed the ice cream and brownies. We also served up some root beer floats that were very popular. Many of the people attending the event also walked through the museum to see some of the new exhibits. A few owners of antique... Continue Reading →
Thank you to the Wells County Genealogy Society for hosting the July 19th program. The featured speaker was Craig Leonard who shared information on "The Story of W.A. Kunkel and the Oil Boom".
Wells County Historical Society and Museum 