ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

DECATUR, IN

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The Adams County Historical Museum is a historical treasure located in Decatur, Indiana. This museum offers visitors the chance to explore the rich history of Adams County through a vast collection of artifacts, exhibits, and interactive displays. The museum is housed in a stunning 19th-century building that was once the county's first hospital.

Inside the museum, visitors can learn about the area's Native American history, the arrival of early settlers, and the growth of industry in the region. The museum boasts an impressive collection of antique farm equipment, vintage vehicles, and historic artifacts from the local community. There are also exhibits dedicated to the Civil War, World War I, and World War II.

One of the museum's most popular exhibits is the restored 1893 Wabash Railroad Depot, which showcases the history of rail travel in the area. Visitors can explore the depot and learn about the history of the railroad in Adams County.

The Adams County Historical Museum is open to the public year-round and offers a variety of events and educational programs throughout the year. It is a must-see destination for anyone interested in the history of Adams County and the state of Indiana.

ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in DECATUR IN. US MID #8401800135

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).

Contact ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
420 W MONROE ST
DECATUR
IN
46733

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ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM Information

MID # 8401800135
Name ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 40.831143, -84.927709
CODES FIPS State Code: 18
FIPS County Code: 001
US Census Tract: 030300
US Census Block: 3014