Allen County Museum and Historical Society

Allen County Museum and Historical Society The Allen County Museum is a place of discovery, history, culture, and fun.
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We invite you, your friends, and family to enjoy exploring Allen County's history and culture! The Allen County Museum campus is made up of the main history museum facility, (including the Children's Discovery Center, genealogy/local history library, railroad archives, and local history exhibits), the historic house museum known as "the MacDonell House", the Faze log house, and the Children's Garden.

Wanting to visit the MacDonell House when we are closed on Mondays, don't worry you can uses our app to visit. Download ...
06/26/2026

Wanting to visit the MacDonell House when we are closed on Mondays, don't worry you can uses our app to visit. Download the ACM MacDonell House App on Apple Store or Google Play Store today to take a virtual tour!
Otherwise, come see it in person Tuesday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 - 5 p.m.
Create with the generous support of Visit Greater Lima and Ohio Arts Council.

06/26/2026

As the temperature in Lima reached into the mid-80s, though the calendar showed it was not yet mid-May, the Lima Republican-Gazette declared “summer rolled into Lima yesterday.”

This week's features the Doctors vs. Lawyers Baseball Game in 1914. It took place on July 4th at Halloran Park. The d...
06/25/2026

This week's features the Doctors vs. Lawyers Baseball Game in 1914. It took place on July 4th at Halloran Park. The doctors won the game.

The Rail Legacy: Voices, Images, Artifacts exhibit will be opening June 28th at 3 p.m. Here are some of the photographs ...
06/24/2026

The Rail Legacy: Voices, Images, Artifacts exhibit will be opening June 28th at 3 p.m. Here are some of the photographs that will be on display in the exhibit.

Weaving together the human and industrial story of the rails, this exhibit highlights how the railroad built commuities and connected a nation. Featuring historic photographs, artistic responses, and autentic relics of the railroad life, the exhibition invites visitors to reflect on how the rhythm of the rails continues to echo today.

These images are all from the opening of Springbrook Pool in 1959.
06/23/2026

These images are all from the opening of Springbrook Pool in 1959.

Get your tickets for this year's Discovery of Decades: A Night at the Market Street Ballroom! July 23, 2026 from 6 - 9 p...
06/23/2026

Get your tickets for this year's Discovery of Decades: A Night at the Market Street Ballroom!

July 23, 2026 from 6 - 9 p.m.

Step back into the vibrant postwar world of 1945-1950, when the
nation rediscovered its rhythm, music filled dance halls, and optimism
reigned. Discovery of Decades: A Night at the Market Street Ballroom
is our 2026 gala, celebrating the golden age of swing, live orchestra,
and mid-century flourish. Guests will enjoy an evening of cocktails,
elegant dinner, dancing, and unforgettable entertainment—all set
within the historic surroundings of the Allen County Museum. Proceeds
will support the museum's exhibitions, educational programs, and free
admission initiatives.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988088791092?aff=oddtdtcreator

This week's is a communion dispenser that pours wine into all of the individual cups. It was owned by John Thomas.
06/22/2026

This week's is a communion dispenser that pours wine into all of the individual cups. It was owned by John Thomas.

The pieces are coming in!! The Rail Legacy: Voices, Images, Artifacts opening Sunday, June 28th at 3 p.m.
06/22/2026

The pieces are coming in!!

The Rail Legacy: Voices, Images, Artifacts opening Sunday, June 28th at 3 p.m.

Come celebrate at the Allen County Museum. Open today from 1 - 5 p.m.
06/21/2026

Come celebrate at the Allen County Museum. Open today from 1 - 5 p.m.

Upcoming Living History Lounge - July 8th at 11 a.m.This Lounge will be on Allen County Fair History and Reminiscing, le...
06/20/2026

Upcoming Living History Lounge - July 8th at 11 a.m.
This Lounge will be on Allen County Fair History and Reminiscing, led by a friend of the museum, Chad Hughes.
Living History Lounge is a monthly gathering for museum members who enjoy good conversation, local stories, and shared memories! Join at 11:00 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month as we explore different topics from Allen County’s past—together.
This is a relaxed, social program—no lectures, no homework, just friendly discussion, hosted by museum staff and volunteers.
Living History Lounges are for members in the Household Level ($60 a year) or above, but if you are interested in becoming a member come and enjoy a meeting See less

Address

620 W Market Street
Lima, OH
45801

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11pm - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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+14192229426

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