Oct
28
11:00 AM11:00
Closed for Exhibit Changeover
We are closed to the public for installation of From a Bailly Point of View.
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Oct
29
11:00 AM11:00
Closed for Exhibit Changeover
We are closed to the public for installation of From a Bailly Point of View.
Oct
30
11:00 AM11:00
Closed for Exhibit Changeover
We are closed to the public for installation of From a Bailly Point of View.
Oct
31
11:00 AM11:00
Closed for Exhibit Changeover
We are closed to the public for installation of From a Bailly Point of View.
Nov
1
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Nov
1
10:00 AM10:00
Living History: WWII
World War II ration books donated by Roy Ira Bartz, 2012.14.17.
Our band of living-history interpreters will bring their immersive historical displays for a hands-on, interactive show-and-tell of historical objects related to World War II.
Nov
1
11:00 AM11:00
Closed for Exhibit Changeover
We are closed to the public for installation of From a Bailly Point of View.
Nov
8
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Nov
8
2:00 PM14:00
Old City Cemetery Tour
Walk the grounds of Old City Cemetery, Valparaiso’s oldest graveyard, and learn about the early settlers and prominent residents buried there. This cemetery is normally under lock and key, so don’t
miss this rare opportunity to explore it.
Nov
15
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Nov
20
4:00 PM16:00
V.I.P. Reception for "From a Bailly Point of View"
The Bailly Cemetery taken by Ronald Trigg, 2008.
Donors and special guests are invited to help us celebrate our newest featured exhibit about the legacy of the Bailly Family in our county.
Nov
22
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Nov
29
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Nov
29
10:00 PM22:00
Behind-the-Scenes Tour w/ Hannah Sliekers
Catch a glimpse of the inner workings of our small, award-winning museum on a behind-the-scenes tour with our Collections Fellow Hannah Sliekers.
Dec
3
6:00 PM18:00
History on Tap
Talk local history over a drink with friends, history professionals, and amateur historians between 5 and 7p. A short talk will be given at 6p.
Dec
6
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Dec
13
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Dec
20
10:00 AM10:00
Guided Museum Tour
Don’t miss this free guided tour of From a Bailly Point of View with Quinn.
Dec
20
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Dec
27
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn (Copy)
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Oct
25
2:00 PM14:00
Furnessville Cemetery Tour
Furnessville Cemetery, 1938. Courtesy of Steven R. Shook.
Join cemetery trustee Trent D. Pendley, a member of the PoCo Muse Advisory Council, for a tour of the Furnessville Cemetery, established in 1862. The cemetery is located just south of the property that belonged to the artists Vin and Hazel Hannell when they lived in the Indiana Dunes.
Oct
25
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Oct
18
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn & Panhandle Depot
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks and Recreation to offer regular public hours at the Stagecoach Inn and Panhandle Depot on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
Oct
18
10:00 AM10:00
Final Guided Tour of "Life Work" & "Vin's Farm Scenes"
Don’t miss this final free guided tour of Life Work and Vin’s Farm Scenes with Quinn.
Oct
17
4:00 PM16:00
Open Late for Downtown Trick-or-Treat
Stop by the PoCo Muse for a piece of candy or to see "Life Work" and "Vin's Farm Scenes" on exhibit.
Oct
16
1:00 PM13:00
Duneland Historical Society: Plank Road Presentation
This segment of the plank road was found under what is now Meridian Road.
Every third Thursday, the Duneland Historical Society offers free programs to the public at Hawthorne Park Community Building. October’s program features PoCo Muse Executive Director Kevin Matthew Pazour discussing the plank road conceived in 1850 to connect Valparaiso to Michigan City.
Oct
11
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn & Panhandle Depot
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks and Recreation to offer regular public hours at the Stagecoach Inn and Panhandle Depot on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
Oct
9
1:00 PM13:00
Hannell Panel Discussion
Margaret Willis (left) and Deborah Stipanovich (right) at the V.I.P. opening of Life Work: The Artists Hazel & Vin Hannell, May 2025. Albert Photographic.
Join us at Pines Village Retirement Communities (3303 Pines Village Circle) and hear stories about Hazel and Vin Hannell from people who actually knew them!
Oct
4
10:00 AM10:00
Saturday Hours at Hebron’s Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn at 127 N. Main Street in Hebron, Indiana, courtesy of Ron Trigg
We are thrilled to partner with Hebron Parks & Recreation to offer regular public hours at the historic Stagecoach Inn on Saturdays between 10a-2p.
The building was constructed in 1849 by James McCune for use as a way station along the stagecoach route between Detroit and St. Louis.
Sep
27
2:00 PM14:00
Guided Tour of "Life Work" & "Vin's Farm Scenes"
There's a good chance you will hear additional stories that don’t appear on the exhibit labels during this complimentary highlights tour.
Sep
27
11:00 AM11:00
Courthouse Square Walking Tour
Take a walk with Kevin Matthew Pazour to hear stories about notable buildings along the Courthouse Square. Check in at the PoCo Muse front desk and be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Sep
20
2:00 PM14:00
Guided Museum Tour
There's a good chance you will hear additional stories that don’t appear on the exhibit labels during this complimentary highlights tour.
Sep
13
2:00 PM14:00
Guided Museum Tour
There's a good chance you will hear additional stories that don’t appear on the exhibit labels during this complimentary highlights tour.
Sep
6
11:00 AM11:00
Closed for the 2025 Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
We will be closed to the public during the 2025 Valparaiso Popcorn Festival. Normal hours of operation resume on Sunday, September 7, at 11a.
Sep
3
6:00 PM18:00
History on Tap: The 1981 Popcorn Festival
Talk local history over a drink with friends, history professionals, and amateur historians between 5 and 7p. A short talk will be given at 6p.
Aug
31
11:00 AM11:00
Closed in Observance of Labor Day
We will be closed to the public on Sunday in observance of Labor Day. Normal hours of operation resume on Tuesday, September 2, at 11a.
Aug
30
2:00 PM14:00
Guided Tour of "Life Work" & "Vin's Farm Scenes"
There's a good chance you will hear additional stories that don’t appear on the exhibit labels during this complimentary highlights tour.
Aug
23
2:00 PM14:00
Guided Tour of "Life Work" & "Vin's Farm Scenes"
There's a good chance you will hear additional stories that don’t appear on the exhibit labels during this complimentary highlights tour.
Aug
16
2:00 PM14:00
Guided Tour of "Life Work" & "Vin's Farm Scenes"
There's a good chance you will hear additional stories that don’t appear on the exhibit labels during this complimentary highlights tour.
Aug
10
2:00 PM14:00
Opening Reception for Artful Aging
Hear local historian Serena Ard share insights about Hazel Hannell’s life and lasting impact at 2p and view Hazel Hannell: Artful Aging.
Aug
9
2:00 PM14:00
Guided Tour of "Life Work" & "Vin's Farm Scenes"
There's a good chance you will hear additional stories that don’t appear on the exhibit labels during this complimentary highlights tour.
Aug
9
10:00 AM10:00
Living History: Historical Trades
Living history interpreters will display a variety of historical trades. Come see blacksmiths, weavers, cobblers, and more! At one time these professions were commonplace, but now they are seldom seen and nearly forgotten!
Aug
2
2:00 PM14:00
Guided Tour of "Life Work" & "Vin's Farm Scenes"
There's a good chance you will hear additional stories that don’t appear on the exhibit labels during this complimentary highlights tour.
Jul
31
4:00 PM16:00
Hannell Show & Tell Reception
See additional artworks and hear stories about the Hannells from people who actually knew them. This reception is for those 21 and older; cash bar available.
Jul
26
2:00 PM14:00
Guided Museum Tour
There's a good chance you will hear additional stories that don’t appear on the exhibit labels during this complimentary highlights tour.
Jul
26
12:00 PM12:00
Pop-Up at the Porter County Fair
Stop by our booth in Expo East during the 2025 Porter County Fair!
Jul
25
12:00 PM12:00
Pop-Up at the Porter County Fair
Stop by our booth in Expo East during the 2025 Porter County Fair!
Jul
24
12:00 PM12:00
Pop-Up at the Porter County Fair
Stop by our booth in Expo East during the 2025 Porter County Fair!
Jul
23
12:00 PM12:00
Pop-Up at the Porter County Fair
Stop by our booth in Expo East during the 2025 Porter County Fair!
Jul
22
12:00 PM12:00
Pop-Up at the Porter County Fair
Stop by our booth in Expo East during the 2025 Porter County Fair!