The Henry County Historical Museum is dedicated to preserving our past, sharing our county’s stories, and connecting people with history in new and meaningful ways. We do this today for the benefit of future generations, because history matters! The museum complex is made up of seven buildings, six of which house artifacts and an event center.
The Henry County Historical Society
The Henry County Historical Society was reorganized in June 1966 and was chartered at this time.
An earlier society was started in 1954, but was never chartered. Two hundred and four interested people joined forces to begin an investment of a wonderful society and museum that today has grown to a membership of over 645 people. One of the first curators said, There is no limit as to what a group can do, if no one cares who gets the credit and there are no ego needs. The hard work and dedication of these early members has left us the legacy of a strong foundation on which to continue to build.
Anheuser Busch Building
In 1974, the old Anheuser-Busch building was purchased and refurbished to be the Henry County Museum and Cultural Arts Complex. Dedication was in July 1976 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in August 1991. In 1988, a gift was made of the joining building, now known as the Annex to the Museum, which houses our Art Exhibit and The Indoor Village.
DeLozier Building and Children’s Corner
In 1990, the society acquired the property where our parking lot and the Homestead has been established. In the mid 1990 a gift was made of the old Henry County Bank building, now known as the DeLozier Building and Children’s Corner. In 2002, neighboring property was purchased to extend the Homestead
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Anniversary Celebration
Daniel Webster once said, “He who careth not from whence he cometh, careth little where he goeth”. The Historical Society celebrated it’s 50th anniversary, in 2016 and the 40th anniversary of the Museum. The Anheuser-Busch Building was the first building of the present day complex. We thank each and everyone who had the vision and those who followed through the years to create the strong Henry County Historical Society and Museum Complex that it is today.
Facility Rentals
The contribution the Henry County Historical Society has made to the community is immeasurable. The DeLozier Building, besides being a source of income, has given a beautiful place for receptions and other events. The Childrens Corner has hosted many plays and programs to the delight of many area students and younger children.
Genealogy Library
Another asset of the Society is the Genealogy Library. Researchers from many states find the history of family member who were living in Henry County. People coming here searching for their roots originally wanted birth dates – death dates. Now they are looking for the events that happened to their family members during the dash years.
Volunteers Make It All Possible
None of this would have happened without volunteers. Volunteers have literally moved buildings and made time stand still. The Henry County Historical Society and Museum are wonderful examples of what volunteers can do. People volunteer for a wide variety of reasons. Our volunteers have all gained from their experiences. As one member said, “The wonderful people I have met and the friends I have made in the Henry County Historical Society have been a valuable asset to my life”.
Hours of Operation
The Museum is open April through December
Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
The Genealogy Library is open Tuesday – Friday 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
The Museum welcomes groups, including school field trips, with special programs and activities. Please call ahead to make arrangements to meet the needs and interests of your group. Arrangements for groups of ten or more should be made by contacting the Henry County Museum at:
203 West Franklin St, Clinton
Missouri 64735,
(660)-885-8414.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Museum Phone
660-885-8414
Address
203 West Franklin St
Clinton, MO 64735
Museum Email
hcmomuseum@gmail.com
Genealogy Library Email
hengenlib1@gmail.com