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M. C. Genealogical Society
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123 N.
Michigan Street
Plymouth, IN 46563
574-936-2306
Tuesday – Saturday 10:00-4:00
Sunday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
(Exhibits Only)
Closed
County Holidays
Cemetery Tour
A tour of five Polk
Township cemeteries is planned for Tuesday, May 21. There will be a
short history on each cemetery and a quick walk through the cemetery.
This event is planned by the Marshall County Genealogical Society with
an open invitation to the public. The event will last from about
5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. as the Genealogical Society hosts a Progressive
Picnic in the Cemeteries of Polk Twp: Immanuel Lutheran, Blissville,
Tyner, Barber, Polk Twp./Center. Drinks and a light five course picnic
will be served in the various locations. At each location a short
history of the cemetery will be given and a course of finger foods
served.
We will start at Immanuel Lutheran (on Union Road between 6th and 7th
Rds.) at 5:00. Blissville (off Plymouth-LaPorte Trail near Spruce) at
5:45, Tyner (near the United Methodist Church) at 6:30, Barber at 7:15,
and Polk Twp./Center/Morris (on US 6) at 8.
This is not a strictly timed schedule and we may run ahead or behind
time. Any and all are invited to attend. Reservations are not required,
but if you are planning to attend, we’d like to know how much food to
prepare. Short of heavy rain or snow, the event will take place as
planned. Maps of Polk twp. will be distributed at the first stop. Call
936-2306 between 10 - 4 Tuesday -Saturday, ask for Karin or Judy.
To carpool: Meet in the parking lot west of the Plymouth Library at
4:30. Departure at 4:40. Hopefully we will have someone there to
coordinate the carpool. Maps will be available to drivers that evening
at the parking lot and at each stop.
Annual
Historical Society Dinner
The
Marshall County Historical Society Dinner is Wednesday, May 22 at Christo’s
Banquet Center. Tickets to the Miss Plymouth event can be purchased at
the museum for $25.00 for members of the Historical Society and for
$30.00 for nonmembers. The social hour will begin at 6PM, followed by
dinner at 7 PM, and the featured speaker and panel discussion by former
Miss Plymouths.
Visit the museum at 123 N. Michigan St. downtown Plymouth for tickets,
or call 574-936-2306, or email the museum at
mlangdon@mchistoricalsociety.org
A history of the pageant and more information on the dinner may be found by following this LINK.
Marshall County Museum Now Open Sunday 1-4PM!
Experience
the ever-changing first floor exhibits and visit the tastefully
renovated second floor authentic period rooms and exhibits that expand
over 3 store-fronts in Downtown Plymouth! Encounter museum displays that
transport you back to an era. From vintage clothing, furniture and
historic artifacts to modern graphics depicting history with a
contemporary edge, at the Marshall County Museum the “old becomes new!”
The exhibits evoke emotion and a thirst for knowledge that leave you
with an appreciation for what makes Marshall County, Indiana unique, and
why we call it home! The museum offers a state of the arts *Genealogy
Research Library with experienced research specialists that offer
one-on-one assistance. Browse family history files, vital records and
newspapers to uncover interesting tidbits about your ancestors.
*Genealogy hours are Tues.-Sat. 10 AM – 4PM.
Current Exhibits:
30-years of the Miss Plymouth Pageant (1958-1987) - “From Gowns to
Crowns”
Bob Price Collection – Burger Chef/Vintage Milk Bottle Collection
Polk Township 4-H Drill Team – 1970-78 Drill Team and Color Guard
Morgan Uceny Display - Olympic Champion and Hometown Hero
Barb’s Barbies – Barb Roach Collection of Retro Barbie Dolls
Follow this
link to watch the trains in
action.
The Marshall County Museum features a 40-ft. scale model train that runs every Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. John and Lou Davis put on an amazing interactive demonstration EVERY SATURDAY showcasing seasonal themes with a cast of characters that make the train room come to life! If you haven't seen it yet, plan your FREE trip to the museum this Saturday!
Mission Statement
Our mission is to present programs which
develop a better appreciation and awareness of our county and state.
The Museum collects artifacts and documents which illustrate this
county's history in terms of natural resources, Indian heritage,
exploration, economic and industrial development and cultural
achievement.
When you visit our Museum,
you can enjoy a variety of activities, including a tour of our exhibits,
research in our extensive genealogy/historical research library and
special presentations and workshops scheduled throughout the year.
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