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SUMMARY:Holiday Season Begins at the Museum!
DESCRIPTION:Come see the Museum decorated for the holiday season!
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/holiday-season-begins-at-the-museum/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251214
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
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SUMMARY:Veteran's Free Day\, National Guard Founding Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/veterans-free-day-national-guard-founding-day-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
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SUMMARY:Night at the Giese Church
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, December 20th from 6-8pm\, the La Porte County Historical Society Museum will be hosting the annual Night at the Giese Church! Come on down to see this amazing church that has been a holiday tradition in La Porte for decades and learn the history behind it! Hot cocoa and cookies will be provided.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/night-at-the-giese-church-4/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed for Christmas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/museum-closed-for-christmas-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
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SUMMARY:Historical Society Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, March 21st at 2:00pm for our first Historical Society Meeting of the year!\n\n\n\nGary and Sandy Ashby are the guest speakers and will be giving a talk titled ‘We Met at the White House: Our Service to Three Presidents’. The three Presidents they worked under were Nixon\, Ford\, and Carter.\n\n\n\nWe hope everyone can join us on Saturday to hear about the Ashby’s fascinating careers!\n\n\n\nThis is a FREE event and all are welcome.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/historical-society-meeting-20/
ORGANIZER;CN="La Porte County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@laportecountyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260326T194352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T194352Z
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SUMMARY:Documentary Showing at the Museum!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, April 4 at 2:00pm for a showing of the documentary ‘Discovering Naomi Anderson’ by Rana Segal!\n\n\n\nAfter the showing\, there will be a Q & A session with Rana and others who were involved in the documentary.\n\n\nWe hope everyone will be able to stop by to see this wonderful film and chat with those who helped create it!\n\n\n\nBelow is a short bio of Naomi Anderson:\n\n\n\nNaomi Bowman Talbert Anderson was born in Michigan City on March 1\, 1843. She went to a public school there; she was the first black person to attend the school. Anderson spent her first 20 years in Michigan City. By 1868\, Anderson and her husband\, William Talbert\, moved to Chicago. It was during this time that she became heavily involved in the temperance movement\, working to protect POC and teenagers from the effects of alcohol.\n\n\n\nIn 1869\, Anderson spoke at the first Women’s Rights Conference in Chicago. She said\, “Black women have no more rights now than they had before the abolition of slavery.” This speech became very popular and was printed in newspapers across America. She continued to champion temperance and women’s suffrage\, even speaking with Susan B. Anthony. Anderson spoke at hundreds of events across the country. She also established three orphanages and fought so other young black girls could have the same educational opportunity she did. Anderson passed away on June 9\, 1899.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/documentary-showing-at-the-museum/
ORGANIZER;CN="La Porte County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@laportecountyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime & Activity
DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to join us on Saturday\, April 18th at the Museum for story time and a hands-on activity at 10:30am!\n\n\n\nThis is a FREE event and all ages are welcome!\n\n\n\nFor April\, children are going to learn about the 9-sided Door Prairie Barn that is next to the Museum.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/childrens-storytime-activity/
ORGANIZER;CN="La Porte County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@laportecountyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260424T184345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T184345Z
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SUMMARY:Postcards of La Porte County Exhibit Opens
DESCRIPTION:See a variety of vintage postcards in the Museum’s collection and learn about the places around La Porte County that the postcards highlighted! This exhibit will be on display until August 29.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/postcards-of-la-porte-county-exhibit-opens/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T185928Z
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SUMMARY:Historical Society Meeting!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, May 19th at 7:00pm for a Historical Society Meeting! Gene Bukowski will be giving a program titled “From Tobacco Plantation to La Porte Pioneer Woman: The Remarkable Life of Susannah Pottenger-Brown.”\n\n\nSusannah Pottenger’s life embodied the course of early American history. Susannah was a descendant of those escaping religious persecution in Europe. Many of these emigrants were willing to become indentured servants for the chance of a better life in Colonial Maryland. Susannah Pottenger was born during the French and Indian War and was raised on a Maryland tobacco farm. She was orphaned in Virginia during the Revolutionary War\, survived the dangerous Kentucky frontier\, and was widowed very young. Susannah Pottenger-Brown died in Illinois during the Civil War\, aged more than 100 years.\n\n\nWe hope everyone can join us on Tuesday night to learn about this fascinating woman and her family! This is a FREE event and all are welcome.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/historical-society-meeting-21/
LOCATION:La Porte County Historical Society Museum\, 2405 Indiana Ave\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350-6063\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="La Porte County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@laportecountyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T113000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260424T172409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T183328Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Storytime & Activity!
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nFamilies are invited to join us on Saturday\, May 23rd at 10:30am for a story and hands-on activity at the Museum. For May\, children are learning about farming and will be able to grow their own plant that they can take home with them. All ages are welcome and this is a free event!
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/childrens-storytime-activity-2/
LOCATION:La Porte County Historical Society Museum\, 2405 Indiana Ave\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350-6063\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="La Porte County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@laportecountyhistory.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260306T190815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T155123Z
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SUMMARY:Patton Cemetery Tour - May 30\, 2026 (Registration Required!)
DESCRIPTION:History and Mystery at Patton Cemetery! \nTake a walk through history with Museum staff as we explore Patton Cemetery in La Porte\, Indiana. Learn the history of Patton Cemetery and the people who are buried there. \nThis event will take place on May 30\, 2026 at the following times: 12:00pm\, 2:00pm & 4:00pm \nTickets are $5 for Adults.  Society Members and children are free. \n\n  \n*When you purchase a ticket\, an email will be sent to you with information on where to park\, where to the tour starts\, how long the tour will be\, etc. If you do not receive an email\, please call us at 219-324-6767 or email Museum Assistant Director Savannah Jackson at assistantdirector@laportecountyhistory.org .*
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/patton-cemetery-tour-may-30-2026-registration-required/
LOCATION:Patton Cemetery\, 1401 Rumely Street\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Registration
ORGANIZER;CN="La Porte County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@laportecountyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T000000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260604T170716Z
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SUMMARY:'Hoosier Cartoons & Comics' Traveling Exhibit Arrives!
DESCRIPTION:The exhibit explores and examines the life and work of Indiana cartoonists. \nIncluded in the exhibit is “the dean of America’s editorial cartoonists\,” Evansville’s Karl Kae Knecht; “the first black political cartoonist\,” Henry Jackson Lewis\, who worked for the Indianapolis Freeman; Abe Martin creator Frank McKinney “Kin” Hubbard; Richmond’s Gaar Williams\, who earned a designation as the “James Whitcomb Riley of the pencil”; and Muncie’s Jim Davis\, responsible for bringing Garfield to life. \nThis exhibit will be on display until July 2.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/hoosier-cartoons-comics-traveling-exhibit-arrives/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T000000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260604T171045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T171108Z
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SUMMARY:National Dairy Month Pop Up Exhibit!
DESCRIPTION: Join us as we celebrate National Dairy Month! \nA small pop-up exhibit will showcase artifacts from the various dairy farms of La Porte County. \nThis exhibit will be on display until the end of June.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/national-dairy-month-pop-up-exhibit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T000000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260604T170849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T170909Z
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SUMMARY:Postcards of La Porte County Exhibit Opens!
DESCRIPTION:Vintage postcards from the Museum’s archives will be on display showing locations from all over the county. \nMessages written on the back in the early 1900s have been transcribed for you to enjoy! \nThis exhibit will be on display until August 29.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/postcards-of-la-porte-county-exhibit-opens-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
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SUMMARY:Underground Railroad Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Museum on Thursday\, June 18 from 5:00 – 7:00pm for a program on the Underground Railroad in Northwest Indiana.\n\n\n\nThis public program will offer a broad historical look at the Underground Railroad in northwestern Indiana\, highlighting the courageous journeys of freedom seekers and the efforts of local abolitionists who assisted them in their pursuit of liberty. Special attention will be given to abolitionist Charles Osborn\, whose anti-slavery work and advocacy helped shape early resistance movements in the region.\n\n\n\nThe event will also explore the continuing significance of Juneteenth\, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans\, and reflecting on how the legacy of freedom and equality continues to connect Black and White Americans today through shared history and remembrance.\n\n\n\nIn addition\, organizers will present information about ongoing efforts to establish a nationally recognized “Chicago to Detroit Freedom Trail\,” linking important Underground Railroad sites across northern Indiana and neighboring states. The proposed trail aims to preserve and interpret the stories of those who risked their lives in the struggle for freedom.\n\n\n\nThe evening will feature guest speakers\, historical presentations\, and community discussion. Refreshments will be served.\n\n\n\nThis is a FREE event and all are welcome to attend!
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/underground-railroad-program/
LOCATION:La Porte County Historical Society Museum\, 2405 Indiana Ave\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350-6063\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="La Porte County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@laportecountyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T113000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260516T205145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T165301Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Naomi Anderson on Juneteenth!
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Celebration & Storytime!\n\n\n\nFamilies are invited to the Museum to learn about Naomi Anderson to celebrate Juneteenth on Friday\, June 19 at 10:30am.\n\n\n\nLocal author Cheryl Chapman and Dale Cooper will be reading a story and answering questions about Mrs. Anderson’s life and impact.\n\n\n\nWe hope to see everyone there!
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/celebrating-naomi-anderson-on-juneteenth/
LOCATION:La Porte County Historical Society Museum\, 2405 Indiana Ave\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350-6063\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="La Porte County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@laportecountyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T163000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260424T180658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T165436Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime & Activity! - Celebrating National Dairy Month
DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to join us on Saturday\, June 20th at 10:30am for a story and hands-on activity at the Museum. \n\nCelebrate National Dairy Month at the Museum and pet a REAL cow!\n\n\n\nWith snacks provided by Culver’s\, come learn about dairy farming in La Porte County and hear a story accompanied by a resident cow.\n\n\n\n\nThis is a FREE event and children of all ages are welcome.
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/childrens-storytime-activity-celebrating-national-dairy-month/
LOCATION:La Porte County Historical Society Museum\, 2405 Indiana Ave\, La Porte\, IN\, 46350-6063\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="La Porte County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@laportecountyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T163000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260604T165946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T170056Z
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SUMMARY:America 250 Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary at the Museum! \nLearn about American History through a La Porte County lens. Craft stations\, guided tours\, talks about veterans from County Historian Bruce Johnson\, historian Patty Redlin and author Barry Veden\, and more will be happening at the Museum throughout the day. \nThis is a free event\, and all are welcome to attend. \nPatriotic Children’s Craft Stations will be from10:30am to 4:00pm. Veteran Talks begin at 2:00pm. \nThis is a FREE event and all are welcome!
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/america-250-celebration/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260604T165553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T170132Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/independence-day-museum-closed/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T074559
CREATED:20260604T170317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T170409Z
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SUMMARY:18th Annual Old Car Show!
DESCRIPTION:  \nStop by the Museum from 9:00am to 3:00pm to attend our 18th Annual Old Car Show! \nCars 30 years or older can enter the car show for $20 which includes prizes! \nMuseum entry is included in the $3 ticket price. \nHistorical Society Members and children 18 and younger are FREE. \nFood trucks will be on-site!
URL:https://laportecountyhistory.org/event/18th-annual-old-car-show/
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