Fundraising for the "Passport to the Past" kids activities during our annual Covered Bridge Festival is underway! An outdoor con
cert featuring the band "USE OF TIME" was held June 19, 2010:
More photos of the event are on our Spotlight Archive page. Everyone who attended has a wonderful time relaxing under the shade trees of the 18 acre historical complex.
Show your support of the Madison County Historical Society by purchasing our fabulous new T-shirt for only $12.00. All proceeds will go towards helping fund activities during the annual Covered Bridge Festival. Don’t miss out—order your T-shirt now! Call 515-462-2134!
1st Annual collectable Madison County patch (limited availability) “Madison County Star” patch by Marianne Fons
from a traditional pattern $5.50 each; shipping included.
Proceeds go toward Passport to the Past activities. www.passporttothepast.com
To order, send check to:
MCHS
Attn: Debbie
P.O. Box 15
Winterset, Iowa 50273
From its humble beginning in 1904, the Madison County Historical Society has developed into a complex which includes 14 buildings located on 18 picturesque acres on the south edge of Winterset, Iowa. Represented in this complex is a lasting record of a way of life of the people of Madison County, Iowa preserved for all to see, treasure and enjoy. We welcome all people interested in exploring the past through the lens of local history.
Mission Statement
To promote the acquisition, preservation, and display of artifacts in order to further the appreciation and understanding of the social, cultural and natural history of the Madison County region.
Volunteers Those who are willing to give of their time to help others enjoy the county history, are the backbone of the Madison County Historical Society. Volunteers are kept busy during the months of May through October, when the museum is open daily, and when called upon to work on special projects.
Donations The Madison County Historical Society welcomes donations to its collections. If you have papers, pictures, or artifacts which relate to the people, places, businesses, or industries of Madison County, and you are interested in donating them to the society, please call or write to the director, Wendell Spencer.
Planning a Visit?
Open daily from May 1 to October 31.
Mon. - Sat. 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. all year)
Admission Fees: Mansion or Museum: $3.00; Both: $5.00 Group Rate (10 or more): $2.50; Both: $4.00
Under 12 free if accompanied by an adult
815 South Second Ave.
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-2134 E-mail
