WCHS Annual Meeting of the Membership
Our annual meeting for our membership to join us in celebrating the year past and to elect new board members.
If you're able to attend, the meeting will be held at The Depot Railroad Museum and will begin at 6PM. Doors will open around 5:30PM for members who wish to submit ballots a little early. The meeting will begin with a look back on the past year's activities, as well as our exciting plans for the future. Afterwards we will have the voting for two board seats. While votes are tallied, dinner will be served with a special presentation by Roger Moon and Ron Prosser. They will be discussing their book on the letters of local World War II veterans.
The Depot Open House and Jim Smoak Concert
Join us for the Annual Jim Smoak concert at the Depot beginning at 12:00pm (Music begins at 1:00pm) and ending at 4:00pm. This event is open to the public, and admission is just a donation. This also serves as a Christmas Open House at The Depot Railroad Museum.
The Polar Express at the Depot
Join us for the annual showing of The Polar Express at The Depot. This event is free to the public, but donations are appreciated. The movie starts at 7PM. Christmas pajamas are welcome!
DNA Workshop with Garth Walters
Join the Genealogy Club at the Stevens Memorial Museum Conference Room for a special meeting and DNA Workshop with genealogist Garth Walters. He will guide participants through the exciting world of genetic genealogy. Whether you're just beginning to explore DNA testing or you're seeking to interpret your results, this workshop will provide valuable tools and insights.
Genealogy in Reverse: Finding the Living
Genealogy in Reverse: Finding the Living Join us for an engaging workshop with professional genealogist Cheri Hudson Passey, who will present "Genealogy in Reverse: Finding the Living - A Practical Guide for All Genealogists."
In this session, you will learn how to research forward in time to identify and locate living descendants. This skill is crucial for:
- Reuniting family lines
- Organizing family reunions
- Donating heirlooms or photos to the right family branch
- Connecting DNA matches
- Completing lineage society applications
Whether you are trying to solve a mystery photo or reconnect a lost branch of your tree, this presentation will provide practical strategies and tools.
IHS Traveling Exhibit - Hoosiers and their Hooch: Perspectives on Prohibition
IHS Traveling Exhibit - Hoosiers and their Hooch: Perspectives on Prohibition
March 5 through April 7, 2026
IHS Traveling Exhibit - Going Pro: Basketball Origins in Indiana
IHS Traveling Exhibit - Going Pro: Basketball Origins in Indiana
October 8 through November 5, 2026
