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La Porte County Historical Society Museum

La Porte, Indiana

General, History, Historical Society, Library, Specialized

We have thousands of items on permanent display. We are now able to have more programs that involve the community. We try to have a current display that changes every few months.

The majority of the downstairs level of the museum is given over to the W. A Jones Collection of Ancient Weapons. William A. Jones owned an iron foundry in Chicago, traveling around the world in search of items for his collection. Many of the guns you can see on display were purchased in such faraway locations as Mexico City, Paris, Dublin, Constantinople, Jerusalem, Cairo, as well as all over the United States.

On view in the La Porte County Historical Society Museum is the Kesling Automobile Collection, consisting of more than 30 vintage automobiles collected by Dr. Peter C.

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site

Madison, Indiana

Archaeology, Botanical Garden, Culture, History, Historic House, Library

This Greek Revival home is considered to be the "Crown Jewel" of Madison's National Historic Landmark District. Completed in 1844, the house was designed by noted architect Francis Costigan. James F.D. Lanier is one of the most important citizens in the history of Indiana. He helped save the Indiana's finances several times, most notably lending the state over 1 million dollars during the Civil War.

Louis A. Warren Lincoln Library & Museum - Closed

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Library

Items at the former Lincoln Museum in Fort Wayne, Indiana were divided between the Allen County Public Library and the Indiana State Museum. Try calling Cindy Van Horn at the Allen County Library. (260-421-1379) as she worked at the Fort Wayne museum.

La Porte County Historical Society, Inc.

LaPorte, Indiana

Archaeology, Culture, General, History, Historical Society, Library, Military, Natural History

We are housed in a spacious, Colonial-style building with ample parking and lawns for outside events. Listed by the American Automobile Association as a 'GEM Site,' we offer interesting, educational displays 5 days a week, along with special events such as our annual Civil War Weekend in June, and Old Car Show in July. Special theme displays, guest speakers, and more are routinely scheduled.

Lawrence County Museum of History

Bedford, Indiana

Historical Society, Library

The Lawrence County Museum is housed in the 100-year-old Hamer-Smith building at 929 15th Street in Bedford, Indiana. The museum is home to many interesting artifacts that showcase the history and heritage of Lawrence County. Most of these are housed in the 2400 square foot gallery. There is an extensive collection of research materials in the Edward L. Hutton Genealogical Research Library on the second floor.