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 →

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

Check out the photos below and stop by the museum to learn more.

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: