ELKHART COUNTY HISTORICAL MUS

BRISTOL, IN

Buried in the Free Ground A monument commemorating all those individuals who were buried in the "free ground" from 1873 to 1916 in Gracelawn Cemetary in Elkhart, Indiana. Generally, these people had no resources or family to provide burial, so they were interred in a pauper's cemetery.
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The Elkhart County Historical Museum is located in Bristol, Indiana, and is a wonderful place for history enthusiasts to explore and learn. The museum is housed in a beautiful Victorian-era building that was originally constructed in 1893 and was once the county courthouse. The museum was established in 1967 and showcases the rich history and culture of Elkhart County.

The museum's exhibits cover a broad range of topics, including the natural history of the area, the Native American tribes that once inhabited the region, the development of industry and manufacturing, the Civil War, and more. One of the museum's most popular exhibits is the "Nappanee Dutch Kitchen," which is a replica of a traditional Amish kitchen. The museum also has a collection of historic vehicles, including an 1898 Haynes-Apperson automobile, a 1929 Studebaker fire truck, and a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air.

In addition to its exhibits, the museum regularly hosts educational programs and events for visitors of all ages. These include lectures, workshops, guided tours, and special exhibitions. The museum's gift shop also offers a wide range of books, souvenirs, and other items related to the history of Elkhart County.

Overall, the Elkhart County Historical Museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in the rich history and culture of the region. With its diverse exhibits, educational programs, and beautiful setting, it is sure to provide a memorable experience for visitors of all ages.

ELKHART COUNTY HISTORICAL MUS is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BRISTOL IN. US MID #8401800116

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).

Buried in the Free Ground A monument commemorating all those individuals who were buried in the "free ground" from 1873 to 1916 in Gracelawn Cemetary in Elkhart, Indiana. Generally, these people had no resources or family to provide burial, so they were interred in a pauper's cemetery.
Car side menu at Simonton Lake Drive In Here is the car side menu at the Simonton Lake Drive In, just north of Elkhart, Indiana on State Road 19 near the Michigan line. When you are ready to order, you push the button at the bottom of the menu to order and a voice comes over the speaker to take your order. A genuine car hop then brings your food and hooks the tray over the window in your car door. When you are finished, you flip the switch next to the order button, a light goes on (on the upper right of the panel) and a low volume siren sounds. The car hop then picks up your tray. Don't forget to leave a tip! It's about 2 miles due north of the Elkhart West Indiana Toll Road exit, if you are traveling through. A short hop to experience fast food the way it was served in the 1950's and 1960's. They have darned good home made root beer, too! Drive inns the way they used to be. Taken May 2020; the drive in is still in business in 2024, but only from April - September
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Contact ELKHART COUNTY HISTORICAL MUS

ELKHART COUNTY PARKS AND REC
304 E VISTULA ST
BRISTOL
IN
46507

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MID # 8401800116
Name ELKHART COUNTY PARKS AND REC
Alternate Name ELKHART COUNTY HISTORICAL MUS
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.721532, -85.814443
CODES FIPS State Code: 18
FIPS County Code: 039
US Census Tract: 000700
US Census Block: 3028