Built in 1908, the Tocsin Graded School is located near Tocsin on 600E just north of U.S. 224. The structure is a great example of a restored school that now serves as a home. This is just one of many schools that are highlighted in the book, “The History of Wells County Schools 1837 –... Continue Reading →
Thank you to all of the volunteers who served as actors and speakers at the Craigville, My Town Talk and Oakland Cemetery Walk held in early October at the Wells County Historical Museum Annex. Some interesting stories and historical facts were shared about the Oakland Cemetery, Craigville, the railroad and community businesses and the families... Continue Reading →
The banners are up so it must be time for the Bluffton Street! Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped design, build and participate in our 1st Place Float Entry in the Bluffton Street Fair Parade. The float turned out great and everyone seemed to have fun. Great job and thanks.
On exhibit in July and August 2023 at the Bluffton City Hall entryway was the Wells County Historical Museum's "great hat mystery". It seems that these unique hats were donated a number of years ago and museum volunteers are working to identify what they were used for. They were made by the Henderson-Ames Company of... Continue Reading →
On Tuesday, July 25, at the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton, Doug Sundling was the main speaker on the flash flood in Wells County that was a major event for our community in 2003. Participants were also able to walk through a display (on exhibit at the library) of photos and share their own... Continue Reading →
Thank you to all of the visitors to the 2023 Ice Cream Social held on Sunday, July 16th. Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped with the event and the Old Fort "Model A" Club for bringing the antique cars. The visitors were able to view some really nice cars up close. Some... Continue Reading →
The authors of the the newly released book, "The History of Wells County Schools 1837 - 2022" were busy during the summer months speaking to various groups around the county. Authors, Marcia Hotopp, Connie Brubaker and Lynn Elliot take time for a photo at the Bluffton Optimist Club meeting. The trio of authors with members... Continue Reading →
The Historic Homes Walking Tour is back by popular demand on Sat. July 15, 2023. Enjoy a guided walking tour and view the outside of several homes in the downtown area along West Wiley Avenue, while learning historical facts about the homes and the city. Tours will be led by Jim Sturgeon, President of the... Continue Reading →
The Iris connection for Wells County Indiana came from E.B. Williamson and Mary Williamson who started the Longfield Iris Farm in 1918 located at the west edge of Bluffton. The Williamson's had a profound effect on the development of the Iris flower in the United States. Learn more about the work of the Williamson's and... Continue Reading →
Plans are underway for the Annual Ice Cream Social at the Wells County Historical Museum on Sunday, July 16, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Ice Cream, toppings and brownies will be served. A free will donation will be accepted. The Old Fort "Model A" Car Club will be will be attending the event so be... Continue Reading →
Wells County Historical Society and Museum 