On Thursday evening, November 14 at 6:30pm at AWTHS, Cary Wogoman will do a virtual tour of Arcanum. Two popular AWTHS events have been the walking tours of downtown Arcanum and also the south end of Arcanum or early Industrial section. Cary will show photos and tell interesting stories of highlighted businesses, people and locations
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September Events 2024
The month of September brings thoughts and images of fall scenery: pumpkins, mums, apples, bon fires, football and all the beautiful colors and scents of fall time. Kids will be off to school, fall sports will be in full swing and our summer’s farmers market on West George will be winding down but continuing on
John Kaufman Of The Civil War
AWTHS acquisition -Document on John Kaufman who served 16 Indiana Volunteers Civil War. AWTHS acquired a unique Civil War record on John Kaufman, Co K 16 Indiana Volunteers. We know from the paperwork he was 23 yrs old and served in a number of engagements which are listed from 1862-1864. The last entry by the
More AWTHS Founders
Part two of The Founders Blog. Meet Fred and Carolyn Troutwine. Sadly, several of these founders are gone now: Carolyn Troutwine, Dave Hill and Holly Trigg. Also, William Gunder, Anita Short and Keith Furlong as well. We are celebrating our 20th anniversary this year. Follow our blogs and Facebook posts as we reminisce about our
Summer Events & June Displays
AWTHS Open Hours are June 1, July 6, and August 3 from 9-noon. Research appointments are recommended but visitors are feel to browse the research library and tour the house. https://www.facebook.com/events/983809833373590/ Special open hours include: June 21 (Friday) from 12 noon-5pm. We will have a special military type display along with our 20th anniversary photos
AWTHS Founders
In celebration of our 20th year anniversary and remembrance of our founders: See our display at Arcanum Public Library during May and special exhibits this summer at AWTHS during open hours which are June 1, 21, and 22. See FB event for times and details. Summer month dates include: July 6 and August 3. Take