Niles History Center

10/02/2026

Fort St. Joseph Museum is open until 4pm on this beautiful fall day (Friday, October 2)! There will be a guided tour of the Chapin Mansion at 1pm.

Please note - The Museum will be open from 10am-12pm on Saturday, October 3. There will not be a guided tour of the Chapin Mansion. The Apple Festival parade starts at 1:30pm!

09/25/2026

Save the date! We are planning two festive fall events for Saturday, October 24!

09/23/2026

Join our friends at the Area Historical Museum this weekend for a fun event!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026

09/22/2026

The Fort St. Joseph Museum will close at Noon on Thursday, September 24. Mollie and Christina will be presenting a program at the Cass District Library. The program is free so please join us!

Uncover the history of Niles, Michigan! Join authors Christina H. Arseneau and Molly K. Watson (Images of America: Niles) for a look at the diverse peoples, cultures, and industries that built the city and learn where you can still spot those historical roots today.

Space is limited. Registration required. Call the Local History Branch at 269-357-7823 or email Jon at [email protected] to register

Where: Cass District Library – Local History Branch

When: Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM