Wells County Historical Society and Museum

08/08/2026

Hope to see you today at one of the many activities that are happening with the Art in the Parlor in Bluffton, 3-6pm. The museum at 420 W. Market St. will be open if you need a cool break.

08/07/2026

Be sure to check out some of the activities at Saturday's "Art in the Parlor" event in downtown Bluffton, Indiana. Lot's of activities with something for everyone. You can cool off in the air conditioning and view some unique local art just 4 blocks west of the courthouse at the at the Wells County Historical Museum, 3-6pm.

08/04/2026

The Harry Lindstrand Gallery will be on display this Saturday, Aug. 8th, 3:00-6:00pm as part of the Art in the Parlor in downtown Bluffton. Check out this list of things that will be happening and stop by the Wells County Historical Museum at 420 W. Market Street to view art by local artist Harry Lindstrand

08/03/2026

The Wells County Historical Museum is excited to partner with the Creative Arts Council & the City of Bluffton for the Art in the Parlor, this Saturday, August 8th, 3:00 -6:00pm in downtown Bluffton. Check out this list of things that will be happening. Stop by the Wells County Historical Museum to view art work by local artist Harry Lindstand.

07/16/2026

This was the home of Judge Edwin C. Vaughn who served as mayor of Bluffton, attorney, prosecutor, and later judge (1893-1906) of the 28th Indiana Judicial Circuit. This home is a two story Colonial Revival style design built in 1897. The design is attributed to local architect William H. Powers , who did a number of similar, yet less elaborate, residences in Bluffton. You can learn more about all of the homes in Villa North on today, July 16 Walking Tour. Register for the free tour at: https://wellscounty.librarycalendar.com/events/month

07/14/2026

This 742 North Main Street home is a two story Queen Anne style design has a Colonial Revival style porch and interior details. James H. Chaddock came to Bluffton in 1876 as superintendent of a woolen mill located on E. Market St., built this
retirement home in 1898. You can learn more about all of the homes in Villa North on the July 16 Walking Tour. Register for the free tour at:https://wellscounty.librarycalendar.com/events/month

07/10/2026

This was the first home built in Bluffton Villa North in 1891. It is a two story Queen Anne style and was the home of Lent A. Williamson, who was President of Wells County Bank in the late 1800's. Today, it is the home of A Harvest of Health Nutrition & Wellness Center. You can learn more about all of the homes in Villa North on the July 16 Walking Tour. Register for the free tour at: https://wellscounty.librarycalendar.com/events/month

07/08/2026

Thank you for bringing some Abraham Lincoln history to our community.

07/08/2026

The Wells County Public Library and the Wells County Historical Society & Museum are partnering to present the Walking Tour of Historic Bluffton Villa North. The historic district was developed between 1891 and 1915 and includes examples of Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, and Bungalow/American Craftsman. The tour will include details on what families built these homes on what was then the outskirts of Bluffton. The tour is free, however registration needed, go to https://wellscounty.librarycalendar.com/events/month or call 824-1612 or stop by the library in Bluffton.

07/06/2026

Looking for some craft people.

Looking for a few more Pioneer Crafters to go along with our weavers on Sunday, July 12, 2-6 pm at the 4-H Park Log Cabin during the 4-H Fair. It is always nice to have a variety of crafters that can demonstrate and share their knowledge and skills.
Message us if you are interested. Thanks.