LAPORTE CNTY HISTORICAL SOCIET

LA PORTE, IN

The LaPorte County Historical Society (LCHS) is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of LaPorte County, Indiana. Established in 1904, the organization offers a variety of resources for those interested in local history. The Society's museum, housed in a historic building on the grounds of the former LaPorte County Courthouse, features artifacts, documents, photographs, and other materials related to LaPorte County's past.

The museum also houses a research library with a collection of books, newspapers, periodicals, and other materials related to LaPorte County's history. The library is open to the public and is staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who are always happy to assist researchers.

The Society also operates a gift shop and provides educational programs for all ages. The organization hosts an annual Frontier Days event, which includes reenactments, crafts, and games that help to bring the past to life. The Society also engages in a variety of activities to promote awareness of LaPorte County's history, including lectures, tours, and other events.

In addition to its research, educational, and promotional efforts, the LCHS also works to preserve the physical history of LaPorte County through its Historic Preservation Program. The program works to identify and protect sites that are of historical, architectural, and cultural significance in the community. The Society also works with local municipalities to ensure that historic sites are preserved and available for public access.

The LCHS is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of LaPorte County. Its museum, library, events, and preservation efforts help to keep alive the stories of the past and ensure that they will be remembered for generations to come.

LAPORTE CNTY HISTORICAL SOCIET is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in LA PORTE IN. US MID #8401800285

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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Contact LAPORTE CNTY HISTORICAL SOCIET

• telephone: 2193246767
• website: http://www.laportecountyhistory.org

LAPORTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
2405 INDIANA AVE STE 1
LA PORTE
IN
46350

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