Allen County Museum and Historical Society

06/02/2026

Kicking off our segment is the opening of Northland Shopping Center. Located at N. West Street and W. Northern Avenue, today hosts Chief Market, Skyzone, Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Rent-A-Center, and Citi Trends.

06/02/2026

The Museum's summer hours begin today!
Open Tuesday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.

06/01/2026

Can you guess this week's ?

Second image for another chance to guess it will be posted June 5th.

05/31/2026

Starting on Tuesday June 2nd, the Museum's summer hours begin!

Open Tuesday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.

05/30/2026

*Change in Schedule*

Upcoming Living History Lounge - June 13th at 11 a.m.

This Lounge will be on Veterinary History in Allen County, led by museum docent Herb Lauer.

Living History Lounge is a monthly gathering for museum members who enjoy good conversation, local stories, and shared memories! Join at 11:00 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month as we explore different topics from Allen County’s past—together.

This is a relaxed, social program—no lectures, no homework, just friendly discussion, hosted by museum staff and volunteers.

Living History Lounges are for members in the Household Level ($60 a year) or above, but if you are interested in becoming a member come and enjoy a meeting

05/30/2026

We are so excited!!

In celebration of America 250, Allen County Museum is preparing to open a new exhibit focusing on Ohio presidents.

05/29/2026

Don't miss tomorrow's Museum Talk!
The Legacy of Ohio Presidents
May 30, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Executive Director Christine Fowler Shearer examines the legacy of the Ohio Presidents and their national impact. Gain insight into Ohio’s remarkable contribution to American leadership. Learn more about Presidents William Henry Harrison, Grant, Hayes, Garfield, Benjamin Harrison, McKinley, Taft, and Harding.
Museum Talks are free for all visitors to attend.

05/28/2026

This week's is the flood of 1913. The Lima Gas Plant is featured in this image. On March 23-27, the Great Flood of 1913 swept over 17 states. Ohio was among those that were hit the hardest from the rainfall. An estimated 6-11 inches of rain fell on frozen and snow-covered ground. The influx of water led to damages to life, businesses, and homes across the area.

05/27/2026

This week's from Threads of Conflict: Echoes of the Civil War is this violin.

It was owned by Erastus R. Curtis of Lima, Ohio, who served 46 months in the 81st Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Modified with a metal worm-and-sector turning mechanism for faster adjustment, the instrument reflects practical adaptation for military life. Curtis requested it be displayed with his portrait, underscoring its personal significance.

05/27/2026

In late April 1890, about a month after opening its doors to students, Lima Business College was proudly touting its first success stories, among them a young student hired by the Lima National Bank.