Our Museums
Boone County Historical Society has four different museums located in Boone County, Iowa, three of which we own and one that we help promote. We are proud to offer these exciting places to visit and explore for visitors of all ages and interests! Navigate through our site to learn more about all we have to offer, and if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@bchsiowa.org.
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Fun Fact Friday!
The very first Trail Tales was published in September 1969, one month short of 3 years after the Boone County Historical Society was established. We hope you've all enjoyed this magazine over the years. The next issue will be published in April 2021.
Throwback Thursday!
Why was the BCHS's first director, Charles Irwin, dressed like this and what was he doing?
On October 25, 2008, he was speaking at an event honoring the 100th anniversary of the Boone Suffrage Parade. The pictures that follow show other history buffs who participated. In the 2nd picture are Suzanne Caswell and Charles Irwin. In the 3rd picture are Suzanne Caswell, Charles Irwin, and Rita Knight, all dressed in period costumes. Thanks to them all!
It was President William McKinley on the campaign trail in 1901. Here's the full picture. It looks like a good time!
Who Is It? Wednesday!
Okay you history buffs: who is the man on the platform? This was taken in downtown Boone. A bonus question: what year was it? Answer coming at 5 p.m.