Westfield-Washington Historical Society and Museum [IN]

Description

The Westfield-Washington Historical Society (WWHS) is dedicated to promoting community and statewide awareness of history and encouraging historic preservation among the public. Currently, the main project of the society is to operate the Westfield-Washington Historical Museum, which opened in April, 2008, and is located in the old fire station.

The site offers an events calendar, visitor information for the museum, an "endangered" section featuring properties in need of preservation, and an online store.

Howard County Historical Society and Museum [IN]

Description

The Howard County Historical Society is dedicated to maintaining and showcasing the history of Howard County, IN. To this end, the society owns and operates a county historical museum which is located in the Seiberling Mansion, a beautiful 1891 Queen Anne and Romanesque Revival structure which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to the museum, the society runs a local history archives, which features thousands of archives and manuscripts chronicling Howard County's history. The archives are open to the public by appointment.

The site offers visitor information, information for prospective researchers, information regarding building rental, an online version of the society's newsletter, and an events calendar.

Elkhart County Parks and Recreation [IN]

Description

Elkhart County Parks and Recreation manages of 1,500 acres of parkland throughout Elkhart County perfect for fishing, hiking, or picnicking. In addition, Elkhart County Parks and Recreation owns and manages two sites that bring the history of Elkhart County to life, the Bonneyville Mill and the Elkhart County Historical Museum. Bonneyville Mill is the oldest operating mill in Indiana and visitors can view over 20,000 artifacts reflecting Elkhart County's history at the museum. Finally, Elkhart County Parks and Recreation offer a huge variety of both historical and environmental educational programs. Elkhart County Parks and Recreation will travel to local schools in order to present the programs.

The site offers visitor information for all parks and the museum, an events calendar, and detailed and specific information regarding all of the educational programs offered.

College Football Hall of Fame [IN]

Description

The College Football Hall of Fame is located adjacent to the campus of the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. The Hall of Fame seeks to honor the best college football players as well as promote the sport in general. At the Hall of Fame, visitors can view a variety of exhibits that give insight into the culture and history of the sport of football at the collegiate level.

The site offers a virtual tour, visitor information, an event planner and calendar, information on all inductees to the hall of fame, a gift shop, and an overview of the Hall of Fame's educational program, "Stay in Bounds."

Griffith Historical Park & Museum [IN]

Description

The Griffith Historical Society, founded in 1983, was empowered by a Griffith Town Council resolution to preserve the history of the town of Griffith. At that time, ownership and operation of the Depot Museum was given to the Society by joint action of the Council and the Community Spirit Organization. In 1994, the Society purchased the land adjacent to the Depot to create an Historical Park in tribute to Griffith's railroading past. The Griffith Historical Park was formally dedicated in May, 1995. The Park and Museum are open on the first Sunday in June till the last Sunday in August from 2-4pm and throughout the year for special tours.

The site offers visitor information, brief historical information, and an events calendar.

Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site [IN]

Description

"In 1867, William S. Culbertson spent about $120,000 to build his grand home in New Albany. Visitors to the Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site will learn more about the life and times of this successful businessman and philanthropist." The mansion has been restored to its state shortly after it was built, and offers visitors a portal to this beautiful time period as well as to the Culbertson family.

The site offers basic visitor information and event information. Also, since the site is part of the Indiana State Museum website, it offers links and information about all other Indiana State Museums and historic sites.

Indiana State Museum [IN]

Description

The Indiana State Museum explore Indiana's past, present and future through artistic, cultural, and scientific exhibits starting with the birth of Earth and tracing Hoosier history into the 21st century.

The museum offers exhibits, tours, educational programs, and educational and recreational events. The website offers visitor information and digital exhibits and digital access to the museum's collections. Finally, the site contains links to all of Indiana's state historic sites.

Levi Coffin Home State Historic Site [IN]

Description

The Levi Coffin Home was a stop on the Underground Railroad in the years preceding the civil war, and treats visitors to a tour of Indiana history through hidden doors, false-bottomed wagons, and other methods used to hide escaped slaves. This brick house in Newport, Indiana, was the home to Levi and Catherine Coffin, North Carolina Quakers who opposed slavery and helped more than 2,000 slaves reach safety.

The site offers very minimal information for visitors regarding the house.

Ripley County Historical Society

Description

Ripley County Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the history of Ripley County, Indiana, from the first settlers to the present day. The Society maintains an exhaustive library of local history which is open to researchers for a nominal fee.

The Society also maintains a museum and a reconstructed log cabin from the mid 19th century.

The site offers basic information about the society and instructions on how to contact the society for research.

Jeremiah Sullivan House [IN]

Description

The Jeremiah Sullivan House is a fine example of Federal-style architecture. Built for the Jeremiah Sullivan family in 1818, the house is considered Madison's first mansion. The two-story brick dwelling exhibits delicate tapered reeded columns between the entrance door and sidelights, and an elliptical fanlight above. The interior is furnished in period furnishings. The basement kitchen with brick floor and stone fireplace is furnished in period and demonstrates a typical Madison kitchen of the time. On the first floor is a restored federal serving kitchen. The rear yard contains an interpretation of a period bake oven and smokehouse.

The house offers tours.