WARSAW — Jerry Black was a reserve sheriff’s deputy for Kosciusko County and was familiar with the old jail before the Justice Building was built. His wife, Connie, always had an interest in genealogy and began volunteering when the old jail became the museum for the Kosciusko County Historical Society. Now the couple volunteers their …read more.

WARSAW — A little known, unofficial holiday helps to kick off the Halloween season for paranormal enthusiasts worldwide — National Ghost Hunting Day. Since 2016, this day has been celebrated with the world’s largest ghost hunt.

KOSCIUSKO — Come join the Kosciusko County Historical Society on Friday, April 12, to commemorate the 85th anniversary of John Dillinger’s infamous raid on the Warsaw Police station. Relive the excitement of that fateful night when America’s most daring public enemy number one roamed the streets of downtown Warsaw with his gang of henchmen. The …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Historical Society invites the public to visit the Old Jail Museum to experience the D-Day exhibit. The exhibit runs from April 3 through Nov. 30 and can be viewed during the museum’s open hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW — The Old Jail Museum is featuring an exhibit of uniforms and memorabilia from county military personnel to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion.  In addition, correspondence from armed forces personnel sent home to their families will be on display, and films of draftees leaving for service can be viewed and a …read more.

WARSAW — Preparations are underway for the March 6 re-opening of the Kosciusko County Old Jail Museum and Genealogy Library, located at 121 N. Indiana St., Warsaw. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Self-guided day tours of the Old Jail and Museum …read more.

WARSAW — Up until the first of June, Greg Steffe was retired. Now he’s begun his second career as co-director of the Kosciusko County Old Jail Museum. Steffe was born and raised in Warsaw and after two years at Indiana Central College, now University of Indianapolis, he returned home where he has resided ever since. …read more.

WARSAW —  The Kosciusko County Historical Society observed the 84th anniversary of John Dillinger’s infamous raid on the Warsaw Police station, Friday, April 13. The event brought Warsaw into the national spotlight. Dillinger was a notorious bank robber who was accused of robbing 24 banks and four police stations between 1933 – 1934. He was …read more.

WARSAW — In case you didn’t know, John Dillinger was in Warsaw April 13, 1934. Dillinger was an infamous bank robber in 1933 and 1934. He was the most hunted man in America because of the many banks he robbed and his use of deadly force. He came to Warsaw in the middle of the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Wondering what there is for the children to do on spring break? Bring them to the Old Jail Museum where they will view interesting displays about Kosciusko County’s history. The museum has a special tour for kids – “Find Chief Monoquet.” A small photo of the Indian chief is located in five places …read more.

WARSAW — History buffs who are looking for a unique way to spend Friday the 13th could consider joining the Kosciusko County Historical Society as it observes the anniversary of Warsaw’s most infamous moment in history. Friday, April 13, marks the 84th anniversary of John Dillinger’s historic raid on the Warsaw police station, an event which …read more.

WARSAW — If you thought your bus ride to school was challenging how would you like to travel to school in a bus like this? E. H. Blaine stands in the snow in 1923 by the Leesburg school bus he drove for many years. Some would say it was an improvement over the horse drawn …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Do you remember this sign for Petro’s restaurant? The sign was at the corner of Center and Detroit streets and pointed the way to “Indiana’s Finest” restaurant. Another fine place in Warsaw is the Old Jail Museum, which opened March 7 for the 2018 season. In the museum you will find pictures from …read more.

WARSAW — During First Friday on Dec. 1, the Kosciusko County Historical Society will present Christmas in the Calaboose from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Old Jail Museum, 121 N. Indiana St., Warsaw. The evening will feature portrayers telling of Christmases through the years. Highlighted will be school celebrations, Civil War times, Vietnam War …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Historical Society is seeking a volunteer to develop and coordinate programs for all ages. If you love history, enjoy working with people and have organizational and communication skills, you will enjoy this position. Hours are flexible. Come and be a part of presenting history to people of the communities, school …read more.

WARSAW — The Old Jail Museum recently had outside areas cleaned and new flowers planted thanks to the volunteers of the Atwood Never Quitters 4-H club. The museum is open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday tours and genealogy research.

WARSAW — The Old Jail Museum, located at 121 N Indiana St., Warsaw, is open for the 2017 season.  During January and February the museum staff has been busy cleaning, preparing new displays and planning programs and activities. If you haven’t been to the museum recently, come on in to see what’s new. The museum …read more.

ATWOOD — Years ago, some had the perception retirement meant multiple rounds of golfing or having much more time to relax. While those in retirement no longer work at full-time jobs, they stay quite busy, if not busier, than when in the workforce.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — With the current rise of interest in the paranormal the Kosciusko County Historical Society is undertaking a survey of ghostly, unnatural activity in the county. Houses, businesses, barns, bridges or any place that has unusual, unexplained activity are desired for the survey.  Ghost sighting, objects mysteriously moved, animals reacting to unseen stimuli, …read more.

WARSAW — Merdena Lister is the winner of the Old Jail Museum’s Oldest T-shirt Contest. The 1991 t-shirt belonged to Lister’s son, Neil, who was a student at Whitko High School when the Wildcats were in the final four in the state basketball championship. This feat was accomplished when the state tournament was one class, before …read more.

WARSAW — As the Indiana Bicentennial approaches, the history that surrounds the county becomes more and more relevant. For the next few weeks, A Summer For History will produce a story a week concerning a different museum located in Kosciusko County. The Kosciusko County Historical Society, is the primary caretaker of the county’s history and …read more.