Pike County Indiana Historical Society & Museum

Pike County Indiana Historical Society & Museum The purpose of the Pike County Historical Society is to arouse public awareness and appreciation of the history of Pike County, Indiana.

08/25/2026
08/13/2026

The Wall That Heals

What's blooming in the Native Garden today?
07/30/2026

What's blooming in the Native Garden today?

A few souvenirs from Petersburg. The spoon is etched with a picture of the 3rd courthouse and says Petersburg, Indiana. ...
07/28/2026

A few souvenirs from Petersburg. The spoon is etched with a picture of the 3rd courthouse and says Petersburg, Indiana. The plate is handpainted.

Pike County History Center Will Host IHS'S Who Is a Hoosier? Traveling ExhibitMany people ask "What is a Hoosier?"—and ...
07/28/2026

Pike County History Center Will Host IHS'S Who Is a Hoosier? Traveling Exhibit

Many people ask "What is a Hoosier?"—and while the term's origins may be up for debate, a traveling exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) looks at how people with many different backgrounds have come to take pride in the nickname. From August 1st to 18th during our open hours, Fridays and Saturdays 9-1 the center will host the exhibit Who Is a Hoosier?

The traveling exhibit uses maps and informational graphics to highlight the statistical impact of changing ethnic groups over time. It shows how the comings and goings of newcomers to the state, through immigration or migration, have created the Indiana we know today—and will continue to shape its future.

In addition, photographs from various IHS collections and from institutions across the state bring to life the personal stories of immigration. Who Is a Hoosier? is made possible by Kroger.

Happy 250th birthday America!
07/04/2026

Happy 250th birthday America!

07/01/2026

In observance of the 4th of July, the Pike County History Center will be closed on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th. We will resume normal business hours 9-1 on July 12th and 13th.
Wishing you a safe and happy Independence Day

Pike County America 250 Quilt
06/19/2026

Pike County America 250 Quilt

Pike County has joined the national effort to organize a potluck in every neighborhood in America. America's Potluck is ...
06/03/2026

Pike County has joined the national effort to organize a potluck in every neighborhood in America.
America's Potluck is an opportunity for Pike County's residents to come together, share a meal and celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States of America.
Sponsored by Cradle of Liberty Chapter NSDAR and the Pike County America 250 Committee.

Pike County and Southern Indiana in 1839. Keep in mind there was no GPS and boundaries were walked off with chains and t...
05/22/2026

Pike County and Southern Indiana in 1839. Keep in mind there was no GPS and boundaries were walked off with chains and tree marking.

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1104 E Main Street; PO Box 216
Petersburg, IN
47567

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Friday 9am - 1pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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