Monroe County History Center

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"Red Cross of Monroe County"

Opens April 14. This exhibit in the Community Voices Gallery features the history, vintage uniforms, growth, and current activities of our local Red Cross chapter, established in 1917. Opening reception on Friday, May 1, 5-7 p.m. Closes July 3.
 

"Favorites & Oddities of the Collection"

Opens May 19. We have chosen favorite objects from our collection that prompt us to recall memories and stories from the past. Closes September 26
 

"In Mr. McGregor's Garden"

Opens June 19. Jamee Wissink creates a whimsical scene of Mr. McGregor’s Garden and exhibits Jeanne Speakman’s Beatrix Potter collection.  Closes September 19.
 

"Freedom: A History of US"

Opens June 20. The traveling "Freedom" exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society is the centerpiece of this exhibition that features the images and words of men and women illustrating the evolving principle of freedom from our nation's founding to 1968. Closes August 1.
 

"Bleeding Heartland Roller Derby"

Opens July 18 in the Community Voices Gallery. Members of the local women’s flat track derby league present an enthusiastic and local perspective on the resurgence of roller derby’s popularity, its culture and customs. Closes October 3.
 

"Civil War"

Opens August 22 in conjunction with the Civil War Encampment. Closes November 14.
 

Admission to the Museum is free to members (and a number of guests depending on membership level). For the Current and Permanent Exhibits, adults' admission is $2 and for children 5 - 18 admission is $1; 4 & under free. Donations are also very welcome.

Museum Hours: Tues-Sat 10-4

 

Last updated June 23, 2009

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