Historian of the Year Program
The La Porte County Historical Society will be presenting its annual awards for the “Historians of the Year” on Tuesday, September 16, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. The program will be held at the La Porte County Historical Society Museum at 7:00 PM. Honorees will be recognized for their work in helping to promote and preserve
Traveling Exhibit ‘The Great War’
This traveling exhibit by the Indiana Historical Society explores World War I and expands on how the war started, when America entered the war, and how Hoosiers participated in the war effort. This exhibit will be on display until November 14.
New Scavenger Hunt
Search around the Museum for our mischievous bats in the newest scavenger hunt!
Greenwood Cemetery Tour – October 4, 2025 (Registration Required!)
Greenwood Cemetery 153 Tilden Ave, Michigan City, IN, United StatesHistory and Mystery at Greenwood Cemetery! Step back in time with Museum staff and explore Greenwood Cemetery in Michigan City, Indiana. Discover the history of Greenwood Cemetery and learn about the remarkable people who are buried there. Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious, this immersive experience promises a journey through the past you
Historical Society Meeting
Paul Vicari, a soil conservationist with the La Porte County Soil and Water, will give a program about the new savanna conservation project at the Museum. 7:00 PM. at the Museum.
Museum Trick or Treat
La Porte County Histoeical Society Museum 2405 Indiana Ave, La Porte, IN, United StatesMuseum Trick or Treat on Saturday, October 25! From 2:00-4:00pm, visit our period rooms to get a trick or a treat from our spooky time traveling friends at the Museum! They only visit once a year so you don't want to miss them! We are also opening the event a little earlier from 1:00-1:45 for
New Scavenger Hunt
Can you find all of the turkeys in our new scavenger hunt?