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About Historic Connersville Inc.

Our History

Historic Connersville, Inc. is constantly striving to grow our collections and educate others about the rich heritage of Fayette County, Indiana.  Connersville's history began with its founding by John Conner in 1813.  Fayette County was created in 1819.  Our organization was formed in 1963  with the goal of preserving the history of our county and Connersville, the county seat.  The first priority was the acquisition and restoration of the Canal House.  Other properties followed, and our exhibits grew and continue to grow. 


Historic Connersville today

We are a non profit organization staffed by dedicated volunteers who delight in sharing the story of our community. Our organization is funded through dues and donations. The museum at 200 West Fifth Street is open Saturday and Sunday year round.  Special group tours are available outside our regular hours.  The Canal House and Hose House are open during special events and by appointment.  There are no admission fees, but donations are gratefully accepted.  We invite you to visit and promise you won't be disappointed!

To join or make a donation,  message us here or call  (765) 825-0946.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 197  Connersville,  Indiana 47331

Annual Memberships

Individual - $25.00               Family - $35.00

Fayette County historical museeum

The museum has something for everyone!

Native American Artifacts

Pioneer Life and  a Log Cabin

Whitewater Canal Artifacts

Industrial & Manufacturing History

Connersville Built Horse Drawn  Vehicles

Connersville Built Motor Cars

School & Organization Displays

200  West 5th Street  

Open Saturday and Sunday

10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

(765) 825-0946

No admission fee. Donations appreciated.

1870 1st Ward Hose House

The one remaining of Connersville's three original firehouses, built in 1870.  The Hose House contains memorabilia from the Connersville Fire Department's past, including the original Gamewell system which alerted the firemen through a series of fire boxes located throughout the city.  

West 7th Street

Between Grand & Western Avenues

Open by appointment.

Canal House

Located at 111 E. 4th Street

Canal House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the finest examples of Greek Revival Architecture in Indiana.  

Built as the headquarters of the Whitewater Canal Company, it later became a residence. 

Now staged as a residence, it contains examples of the exquisite furniture manufactured ib Connersville in the late 1800s, among other exhibits. 

It is owned and maintained by Historic Connersville, Inc.

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