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The Jefferson County History Center in Brookville showcases exhibits on the region's past, from Paleo-Indian life ways to pioneering industries of farming, lumbering and mining. Visitors explore displays including the Twyford motorcar, Brookville's first four-wheel-drive vehicle, and learn about Earle Sandt, known as "Brookville's Birdman" for making the first international flight over Lake Erie to Canada. The Bowdish Model Railroad features a detailed model train and miniatures diorama. The center houses an extensive research library with public computers, genealogy resources, county histories and searchable archives. A gift shop stocks publications, logo apparel, educational items, toys, fossils and local souvenirs. The organization also operates Scripture Rocks Heritage Park, a 12-wooded-acre outdoor museum with 1.5 miles of hiking trails and 67 boulders inscribed with biblical references and personal commentary. Family programs include guided park tours, walking tours of historic Brookville, annual trade shows, bicycle rides, Halloween walking tours and an escape room.
Hours: Mon–Tue: Closed; Wed–Fri: 12:00 – 4:00 PM; Sat–Sun: ClosedHours via Google Maps
Fancy going together?
2 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Oct 17Event
Led by Board President Larry Anthony, families tour the New Brookville Cemetery on Saturday afternoon, learning about local history through the stories of those buried there.
Check event details and ticket requirements with the venue.
“Led by our illustrious Board President, Larry Anthony. Saturday OCT 17th. 2 PM ONLY”
Oct 31Event
Kids' costume party with trick-or-treating, Halloween candy, mini-pumpkins to color, and pumpkin train rides through spooky tunnels. Admission by donation.
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“October 31, 2026 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm”
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