SCHUMACHER HOMESTEAD
MUSEUM AND SWISS HERITAGE CENTER / 8350 Bixel Rd. / 567-387-9208
WHAT’S NEW AT THE SCHUMACHER HOMESTEAD
Night at the (Swiss Historical) Museum, October 24
The Swiss Community Historical Society will present Night at the Museum on Saturday, October 24 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Meet historic characters from the Swiss Settlement as you tour Swiss Heritage Center exhibits.
Guests will encounter several makerspaces in the museum where they can create a take-home craft. Costumed docents will provide information as you tour the 1843 Schumacher Homestead by candlelight. At the 1854 barn, you will hear pioneer stories around the fire.
Admission is $5 (all ages), with free admission for members of the Swiss Community Historical Society.
Homestead Tours
The Schumacher Homestead offers a glimpse into the lives of Swiss immigrants in an area of Allen and Putnam counties known as the Settlement during the mid 19th century. Contact Neil Allen at least one week in advance at 567-387-9208 or email directorschs@gmail.com to schedule a tour.
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Swiss Heritage Center
NEW: Visit the Swiss Heritage Center, a repurposed timber-frame barn previously located on the Dan and Cindy Basinger Farm. The center is heated and air-conditioned and includes a large event space, classroom, artifact storage space, and public restrooms. For rental information, contact Neil Allen at 567-387-9208 or email directorschs@gmail.com
