Connecting the Past to the Present
for the Benefit Future Generations
August 25 to October 3
The Quilt Raffle
This year we're holding a raffle for a beautiful quilt, donated by the Golden Valley Quilt Guild.
The pattern is a hexagon variation of Grandmother's Flower Garden, pieced by Janet Akers and quilted by Mary Cupp. It measures 70" x 76" — a true heirloom, and a great many skilled hours went into making it.
Tickets are on sale now through 4:00 PM on Saturday, October 3rd. Stop by as often as you like to buy them during regular museum hours (Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM) at the Henry County Museum Welcome Center.
Tickets are $1 each, $5 for six, or $20 for 25.
The drawing will be held on Saturday, October 3rd, during our Dual Anniversary Celebration, at 5:00 PM. You don't need to be present to win—we'll contact the winner directly.
October 3
Dual Anniversary Celebration
Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 3rd — we've got two big birthdays to celebrate at once. This year the Henry County Historical Society turns 60, and the Henry County Museum turns 50, and we're not about to let a milestone like that pass quietly.
Join us from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., outdoors by the Homestead barn behind the Dogtrot Log Cabin on Franklin Street. The Truman Lake Dulcimer Band will fill the afternoon with familiar favorites, and a couple of good food trucks will be on hand to keep everyone fed and watered. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket, settle in, and enjoy the music and the company.
There'll be door prizes throughout the afternoon — including a grand prize you won't want to miss — and it's also when we'll draw the winner of our quilt raffle.
Events We’re Planning
Here’s what we’re working on. We hope to see you at every one!
Oct 11 - Annual Cemetery Tour
Nov 7 - Dorman House Soup Tasting Event
Nov 14 - Merry on Main Street - Dorman House Tours
Nov 27 - Living History Night
Dec 12 - Christmas on the Square - Santa Claus at the Museum!
How a Town Built a Marvel of Corn, Then Sold It for Feed
Clinton Corn Palace
For most of a week in the fall of 1902, a gasoline engine sat on the Clinton courthouse lawn, powering a circular saw. It was loud, drew onlookers, and had a strange job. All week, the saw cut ears of corn in half, lengthwise, one after another, hour after hour. The Clinton Daily Democrat noted the engine and the saw almost in passing, the way you would note any workman's tool, as though sawing corn in two were an ordinary thing to do in the middle of town.
Introducing In-Depth Articles
We have created an Articles section on the Henry County Museum website for those interested in a deeper understanding of history.
Museum Collections
The Henry County Museum features thousands of county artifacts from the early 1800s to more recent times.
Our collection is displayed in creative venues, including an early 1900s village with a drug store, a doctor's office, a bank, a saddle shop, a general store, and more.
Genealogy Research
Our volunteer researchers go beyond what you find online.
We can help verify key details and uncover missing pieces of your family history. Our genealogy library offers expert guidance and historical insights to deepen your understanding of your ancestors' world.
Venue Rentals
Host your special event in a unique historic setting at our museum, ideal for small- to medium-sized gatherings.
Whether it's a wedding, corporate meeting, or birthday celebration, our charming venues create a memorable backdrop. Give your guests an experience they won’t forget.
A Word About Our Sponsors
Our sponsors play a vital role in our mission to preserve history and safeguard knowledge for future generations.
Their unwavering support empowers organizations like the Henry County Historical Society to bridge the gap between the past and the present. With gratitude, we extend our heartfelt thanks to these exceptional businesses and organizations!