ELC Heritage Collection

08/28/2026

Crafting with Jen is tomorrow! Book Apple is what they are making tomorrow. Join them at 10 am if you want to make something extra cute. 🍏🍎🍏🍎

08/26/2026

The newest episode of Evie's History Bytes is out now! 🎧️ 📚️

Tune in with Martha Owen, Manager of the ELC Heritage Collection, as she chats with local guests about the fascinating history of Nappanee. Tune in for bite-sized stories and insights into the heart of small-town Nappanee.

New episode available! ⤵️
The Fairy Theatre with Eli Owen

Listen Now!
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08/24/2026

We’re starting to harvest out of our native garden.🩵

08/24/2026

Join Luke Gascho at the Heritage Collection for a presentation on the Potawatomi-Miami Trail.
📆 Thursday, August 27, 6 - 7 pm
at the ELC Heritage Collection, 302 W Market St.
Learn about the history of this important route and hear about the ongoing efforts to research, preserve, and share its story through the Potawatomi-Miami Trail project.

Registration is requested. Sign up online or call the library at 574-773-7919.
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08/22/2026

Join us on Thursday for a great program!!

Take a look at our upcoming programs!

Unless noted, registration is requested for all programs. Register online or call (574) 773-7919
Learn more: https://buff.ly/5SskmWm

08/21/2026

08/18/2026

We had another great Taste of Nappanee Tour!! Your last chance for program this year will be September 15th.

Word has it that Apple Cider from a certain orchard will be added to the tasting.

We hope you join us!!

08/13/2026

We love what the Nappanee Historic Preservation Commission is doing! The Heritage Collection will be there giving a historical talk, and we hope you join us!

Are you a homeowner, history lover, or neighbor in the Eastside Historic District? Join the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) for a free educational seminar to learn more about the district, historic preservation tips, and what it means for our neighborhood!

Whether you have questions about your home’s history, upcoming project guidelines, or just want to connect with your neighbors, this morning is for you.

📅 Date: Saturday, August 22
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Location: Coppes Commons (Upper Room)
🎟️ Cost: FREE!

Register online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRiaIJ1O6-lLqRRc6wxgYgLRT9XIn1r4rGU_wUuqUnffSzgA/viewform

Light refreshments provided.

08/11/2026

Make it the full experience. Upgrade your Taste of Nappanee ticket to include a charcuterie board to take home. Join us and enjoy even more local flavor.
Our next tour is August 18, 3 pm or 6 pm.
Participants can register online at nappanee.librarycalendar.com. For group pricing or reservations, call the Nappanee Public Library at 574-773-7919 or email [email protected].