Wayne County Historical Museum

The museum focuses on Wayne County and world culture. its founder, Julia Meek Gaar brought back items from her many world excursions to share with the children of Wayne County. From an Egyptian Mummy to cultural objects from Europe, Japan, and the Middle East and beyond, the Wayne County Historical Museum transports visitors to many times and places.

Comprised of eight buildings on a compact site, the museum is a unique repository of Wayne County history from early pioneer life through the industrial revolution into modern times. There are over 20 cars in the museum’s collection.