Elkhart County Historical Museum
Bristol, Indiana
County museum preserving and interpreting the history of Elkhart County through permanent and temporary exhibits, an archive, and a public research library.
Address
304 West Vistula Street
Bristol, Indiana 46507
Phone
(574) 848-4322
museum@elkhartcountyhistory.org
Admission
Free
Public hours
Tuesday–Saturday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
(Hours subject to change)
Operated by
Elkhart County Parks Department in partnership with the Elkhart County Historical Society.
They regularly post historic photos and information on their Facebook page.
Collections note
More than 30,000 artifacts representing approximately 12,000 years of regional history.
Research access
On-site research library and archives. Appointments recommended. Research contact: research@elkhartcountyhistory.org
Facilities note
Historic auditorium available for large gatherings and rentals.
This page was last updated on
Jul 10, 2026
About the author
Corky Lorenz is a photographer based in Elkhart, Indiana, who documents parks, restaurants, festivals, and everyday places across Indiana and the Midwest.
To request a visit or license images, email Corky at corkylorenz@gmail.com