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 →

View of the Wabash River, west of the White Bridge (located 2 miles east of Bluffton) looking to the west. Photo taken 6-4-2023.

Volunteers were busy at the recent Wells County Senior Expo selling the recently released book, the History of Wells County Schools. The newly released book, History of Wells County Schools is now available for $50.00 at the museum during normal hours or by e-mailing: mchotopp@gmail.com

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Each winter more than 30 trees are decorated around the museum for the Christmas season. Visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorites. Don't miss your chance to see the museum decorated for the holiday!Here are the 2019 entries:

Each year the Wells County Historical Society hosts a Cemetery Walk, bringing former county residents to life and bringing attention to the cemeteries those people are buried in. Here are some photos from the 2019 Cemetery Walk, which was held at Murray Missionary Church and highlighted St. Paul, Friends, Old Rockcreek, Emanuel, Sparks, Spider Hill... Continue Reading →

In June 2018, the Wells County Historical Society accepted a Civil War-era cannon that was on the county courthouse plaza for years. It was relocated due to the plaza construction project that was completed in late 2019.Below are photos and a Facebook video from the event.

In addition to our annual or special events, we routinely host speaker events and school tours. Below are some photos of past speakers and ice cream socials.

Donations are greatly appreciated. The funds help keep the museum operating for your enjoyment. We have donation collections in the museum and we accept donations via mail. Below are some other ways to donate. Let us know if you have any questions.