Thank you to author and historian, Charles Joray for returning to Bluffton and Wells County to speak about his recently released book "The Early History of Vera Cruz Indiana: 1838-1910." Originally named Newville as seen in this plat map from 1848. The town name however, had to change when plans were being made for their... Continue Reading →
Wells County Circuit Judge Kenton Kiracofe will be speaking about the John Terrrell trial of the early 1900's and what it would be like in 2024. Stephen Terrell will also speak about his newly released book "The Madness of John Terrell: Revenge and Insanity on Trial in the Heartland." The event will be held on... Continue Reading →
Nicholas H. Raber (left in photo) compiled and recently donated six history books to the Indiana Room at the Wells County Public Library. The first two, “Relatives of Maria (Lucabaugh) Raber 1856-1948” and “Joseph McClure & Madella Fishbaugh Family History,” cover many families from Rockcreek Township. The third book, “Coolman Family History,” focuses on the... Continue Reading →
The holiday season will soon be here and the Wells County Historical Society is seeking volunteers to assist with hosting duties during "Christmas at the Museum" when more than 25 decorated holiday trees will be on display for viewing. Dates include Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 7- 8, 14-15 and 21-22. At least two people are needed... Continue Reading →
Pictured are Jerry Oswalt and descendants of E.B. Williamson, who organized the Wabash River Park when it was originally built back in 2008, with the new monument (in the center). From left to right is Oswalt, David Wilkins Jr., Tammy Cromie-Wilkins, and Sarah Stikeleather. Tammy and David are great-grandchildren of the Williamson's and Sarah is... Continue Reading →
The our town program on Murray and the Murray Cemetery was held on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at the Wells County Historical Museum Annex. Pictured here is the Murray School House. It's use was discontinued when Lancaster School was constructed. It was later used as for apartments and storage before it was torn down. Thank... Continue Reading →
The 2024 Bluffton Street Fair is now history. Thank you to all of the volunteers who assisted with the historical society and museum activities during the week. We could not do it without the help of many people. Here are a few photos of the activities. Our Street Fair float for the parades. The display... Continue Reading →
The Bluffton Street Fair will soon be here with activities Tues.-Sat., Sept. 17 - 21. Everyone has their favorite thing at the fair such as parades, rides, games and of course, food. Two local food booths at the fair with the longest tradition include Mettler's Fish Stand and the 4-H Pancake and Sausage Booth. The... Continue Reading →
This year's annual "My Town and Cemetery Walk" will feature the town of Murray located northwest of Bluffton on State Road 116 and the Murray Cemetery, located northeast of Murray at 1449-1001E, 400 N. The planning committee has been researching the history and will present the program on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2:00pm at the Wells... Continue Reading →
Stop by the Bluffton City Hall and check out the Bluffton Street Fair display. The fair will be held September 17 - 21, 2024. In the display, you can see some antique ribbons, fair headlines on the front page of the Bluffton News-Banner, and some unique photographs. Thank you to Wells County Museum volunteer Ben... Continue Reading →
Wells County Historical Society and Museum 