Thank you to everyone who attended the recently held Wells County Genealogy Society meeting and carry-in lunch. During the meeting the group heard reports on the fall Cemetery Walk scheduled for Oct. 5, 2025 and progress on the 2nd half of the deed book. The cemetery walk will feature the Old Bluffton Cemetery. The group... Continue Reading →
Thank you to Beth Steury who was the guest speaker at the recent Wells County Genealogy Society meeting held at the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton. Beth's topic was "Interpreting the Results on Your DNA Tests." She also shared some of her personal stories in which she used the DNA results to solve family... Continue Reading →
The Wells County Genealogy Society will meet on Saturday, January 18, 10:00am at the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton. Beth Steury, well known area genealogist and author will be speaking on the topic of "Interpreting the Results on Your DNA Tests." Membership forms will be available for those who wish to join the genealogy... Continue Reading →
Thank you to all of the visitors who voted for their favorites trees at the 2024 Christmas in the Mansion recently held over four weekends in December. The First Place goes to tree #5, located in the first floor, West Room, north corner and was decorated by 2020 Custom Molded Plastics. The Second Place was... Continue Reading →
The stained glass of Lady Justice is proudly displayed above the judges bench in the Wells County Circuit Court where author, Stephen Terrell retold the story of the murder of Melvin Wolfe by John Terrell in the very same courtroom where the trial was held. The above photo is from the November 27, 2024 Bluffton... Continue Reading →
The Wells County Historical Society would like to express it's gratitude to the individuals and businesses who contributed to making the 2024 "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... Continue Reading →
Emmanuel Church located at 2115 N. 500 W. north of Rockford in Rockcreek Township of Wells County is scheduled for demolition. Like many country churches across rural America, as their membership declines, the followers combine with other churches leaving behind a building that will slowly begin to fall into disrepair and will eventually need to... Continue Reading →
A successful Holiday Open House Celebration for "Perfect Harmony" was held in the beautiful renovated church formerly known to many as St. Paul's Church. The event was be held December 14 and 15, 2024. Visitors were able to tour the former church and meet the event hosts Tracy Hardesty-Goetz and Courtney Rohr-Tracey. The church is... Continue Reading →
"Christmas in the Mansion" continues each weekend at the Wells County Historical Museum. Enjoy browsing through the historic mansion and viewing the 29 decorated trees, each to a different theme. You can even vote on your favorite tree. Dates include: Nov. 30, Dec. 1, 7, and 8, 2:00 - 5:30pm. Dec.14, 10:00am - 5:30pm during... Continue Reading →
Enjoy the sounds of holiday music during the "Christmas in the Mansion" at the Wells County Historical Museum. Three talented pianists will share their talents on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2-5pm, Arleen Stoller; Saturday, Dec. 14, 2-4pm, Kenny Steffen; and Sunday, Dec. 22, 2:30-5:00pm, Karen Carpenter. Nearly 30 decorated trees are available for viewing. Nearly 30... Continue Reading →
Wells County Historical Society and Museum 