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The Old Jail The "Old Jail" and the former Sheriff's residence were named to the National Register of Historic Places June 23, 1976. They are the home to the many historical treasures, period furniture, and exhibits belonging to the Historical Society of Porter County. Open to the public Wednesday,Friday, & Saturday 1 - 4 pm 153 Franklin St,Valparaiso,IN 46383 on the SE corner of the courthouse square next to the Memorial Opera House. Group and educational tours are encouraged and may be scheduled by appointment.(219) 465-3595 There is no admission fee , but all donations are appreciated and used to help support the museum. Friends: New laptop battery for Compaq | Any Religious Jewelry Gifts | Vehicle Warranty Stop in and get in touch with Porter County's past at the Old Jail Museum. Take your kids on a firsthand learning adventure! Filled with artifacts of regional historic interest, here are just a few of the many interesting things to see in the museum: displays Documents, Reference, etc. *files full of research on local/regional & other topics *copies of local newspapers from mid 1800's thru 1960's *old court records/documents *old bibles, other books, and educational materials *old photos of town/county settlers *many photo albums and pictures of early settlers *stereoscopes and postcards jail cells Local Items and Other Historical Items *McGill golf clubs manufactured in Valparaiso *Chautauqua desks manufactured in Valparaiso *paintings of "old" Valparaiso and the original courthouse *dune artist,Frank Dudley painting *actress Beulah Bondi memorabilia *gravestone of local abolitionist, Charles Osborn *Broncho John Sullivan collection *invitation to Lincoln's inaugural ball *Hillstrom pump organ manufactured in Chesterton *numerous antique household items and farming tools Most Popular Puzzle Games Trial | Brand Dell Adapter for Latitude Series | see genital warts pictures Mastodon Bones 12,000 year old mastodon bones discovered on a farm near Valparaiso. (including one of its rare and impressive 7 foot long tusks) tusk Jail Cells These smaller cells house displays such as an early dental chair and tools and artifacts from the Bailly homestead (Porter County's first white settler). download hewlett packard printer drivers | no employment verification no credit check payday loans Membership Information If you are interested in becoming a member of the Historical Society of Porter County or would like more information, you may contact us by e-mail. We will see that you receive a complimentary newsletter along with an application for membership: Your annual dues help support the Historical Society's "Old Jail Museum" and other Historical Society programs. Members receive monthly issues of the "Old Jail Museum Newsletter". Apink Froggy Annual membership dues are: Supporting $25.00 Cardinal $35.00 Family $40.00 Youth $12.00 Student $20.00 Grandparent $20.00 Specializes in fast cash online for people. | no employment verification cash advance | משכנתא בבנק |