Madison County Historical Complex

05/18/2026

A little different Museum Monday post this week. How many of you knew that MCHS is home to a 9-hole disc golf course?

For the past five years, we've been working with the Winterset Disc Golf Club to make this idea a reality. Last summer, thanks to the tireless work of Chris Meleshko, the concrete tee-pads, baskets, and course maps were completed. You can even visit https://udisc.com/courses/madison-county-historical-complex-PXuM to access the digital map, scorecard, and more.

MCHS is working to complete a box of "trail discs" located at hole #1 — if you've never played, stop out and give it a try. Found a disc or lost one? Check the box under the bench at the Museum entrance.

05/14/2026

Peru history from Dave Baker, The 29th State, who packed our monthly Hill O'Beans presentation this week. Thanks, Dave!

05/13/2026

Happy Birthday to one of our own.

05/13/2026

Thank you to The 29th State for your interesting "Ghost Towns of Madison County" program. The 50 people who attended learned much about the booms and busts that left some towns in the dust.

04/24/2026

Early morning shadow art featuring our 1856 C.D. Bevingon barn. What a great place to walk or stroll any time of day.

04/22/2026

📢 Now Hiring: Museum Manager

The Madison County Historical Society is looking for a Museum Manager to join our team in Winterset! Help us preserve and share the story of Madison County.

Visit our website: www.historyonthehill.com for details and to apply.

Open May 1 to October 30 each year, the Complex welcomes all as we fulfill our mission to engage the public in the heritage of Madison County, Iowa.

04/22/2026

A Peacock in Full Bloom -
Our male peacock is at the height of his glory. Come on out to the Historical Complex for a stroll and perhaps he will reward you with a beautiful show of blues and greens.