The museum houses artifacts from 1821 to 1960, tracing the history of the area. Eight themed rooms show you how people lived and worked: American Indian artifacts; Harmony Mission; Civil War; coal mining; pioneer memorabilia and other items. The Time Line Room is devoted to the sequence of historical events from 1821 forward. The Nyhart one-room school is on the grounds. Open May-October. Closed holidays.
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