Wayne County Historical Museum

Address:	1150 N A St, Richmond, IN 47374, USA
Phone:	+1 765-962-5756
Site:	waynecountyhistoricalmuseum.org
Rating:	4.6
Working:	9AM–4PM 9AM–4PM 9AM–4PM 9AM–4PM 9AM–4PM 1–4PM Closed

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Reviews 22

Mark Elder

Wedding Reception for 300 guests (August 29, 2015) Jim Harlan, their staff and volunteers made for a perfect wedding reception for our Daughter and her newlywed Husband and 300 guests. They kept the entire museum open during the festivities and we had a large number of compliments from our guests, both local and out of state, about how much they enjoyed the Museum and grounds both before and after the wedding party arrived. It was the perfect venue with air conditioned areas for those who wanted to get out of the heat and a rented 30 x 30 framed tent in the courtyard drive for dancing the evening away. If we had it to do all over again--we wouldnt change a thing. Wonderful people, stayed and supported throughout the entire event, and a beautiful and historic venue ... what more would anyone want,

Joe Duarte

Outside buildings of antique cars, farm implements, carriage house, pioneer log cabin, bakery, printing shop etc. The main house (150 yrs old) has a basement of civil war memorabilia, cobbler shop, film history and so much more. The main floor is full of pre historic artifacts including mastidon tooth, arrowheads etc. Of special interest is the mummy and his x-rayd image. The best museum...well worth the $7.00 admission charge and reasonable gift shop (donated antique glassware etc for sale to support further museum finds). A must see in Richmond IN.

Darryl Pierce

It was ok. The lighting is extremely poor, it definitively needed an upgrade on the lighting. The exhibits were interesting and well kept. The staff was pleasant.The facility and grounds were clean and well kept. The only complaint was the very poor lighting. The Groupon was the main motivator, I wouldnt feel the need to go back.

Rick Koch

This is a "secret treasure" that we found when travelling from Columbus to Indy. Take a few minutes to stop in and view the museum. The staff is knowledgeable and very friendly. The artifacts are cool - including a mummy and a bunch of classic cars. Takes you about 5 minutes off the highway and is well worth it.

Sam Markey

Fantastic museum, especially for the size. At only $7 for admission its a steal. So much to see and learn. They have a great collection of classic cars, a really cool blacksmith shop, an old school house and a normal family home too. If you are in the area you should stop by and give yourself 2 or 3 hours.

Ginger Martin

Great museum, friendly staff and wonderful exhibits. Great place to take the kids... Festivals are fun for all ages. Depending on event will have actors from the past, Indians and dancing, civil war and spinning.. Halloween is my favorite time of year check their website..

Lisa Massey

Did not expect this to be as interesting & diverse a collection. Tons of pieces covering such a varying scope of cultures & eras. The staff was friendly, accommodating, & willing to help if needed. I will be going back.

Kerry George

The museum is an extraordinary resource for learning about early 19th and early 20th century Indiana. They house an amazing collection of early automobiles with the focus on ones made in Wayne County.

Jeannine Winters

This truly is one of the finest small museums! I have been many times and still learn something new every time I visit. The very knowledgeable staff are kind and ready to share their knowledge.

Craeft Smith

This museum is really worth visiting! In addition to their collections, they a lot of special events and living history exhibits. Their Halloween party is my favorite.

Ardene Schoeffler

Fascinating historical items produced locally along with an international private collection that includes an Egyptian mummy. Available for private party rental too!

Ricki Huff

What a fun place to visit! The collections are fascinating, the variety great, the old cars made in Richmond. who knew? Loved it and so did my friend.

Nate Pendergraft

Great place to visit and volunteer. A suprising amount of stuff for being a relatively small museum. The current Wayne Works exhibit is top notch.

Ron Warnecke

We where surprised how interesting and how well laid out the musuem was. There is something for everyone. Must see when you are in Richmond.

Ted Martin

People are very courteous and well informed. Very nice artifacts overall and the old cars are great.

Ric Grau

Great little museum. Wow. Alot of history in Richmond Indiana. Worth the trip.

Jack Humphrey

Where else in a town this size can you see a real mummy? nuff said.

Caroline Patnode

Very impressive museum. We really enjoyed it, worth the admission.