(219) 873-3042 | 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN 46360 | Open Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The library is open while under construction. The front entry is closed. A temporary public entrance is available through the east-side doors, located near the drive-up book drop. Find out more about the renovation project...
Local Historical Organizations
The following organizations are additional sources for information about the history of Michigan City and LaPorte County:
One Washington Park Marina
Michigan City, IN
219-872-6133
The Michigan City Historical Society is located in the Old Lighthouse Museum, the oldest remaining lighthouse in Indiana. The collection is available for researchers and Michigan City Historical Society members by request. The museum is open for public tours from April through October, every day except Monday, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Central Time.
631 Washington Street
Michigan City, IN
219-873-1520
The historic Barker Mansion lives as a monument of industry, charity, and turn-of-the-century life in Michigan City, highlighting the legacy of the Barker family through interpretive tours and special programs for kids and adults.
The La Porte County Historical Society Museum hosts many events and exhibits each year; from re-enacting the Civil War to filling an acre of land with old cars, permanent exhibits to special current exhibits, there is something for everyone! The Historical Society Museum includes a research library.
The Beverly Shores Depot Museum enriches the lives of visitors by preserving and telling the story of Beverly Shores and the area, featuring exhibits by artists from our region, and hosting events. The Beverly Shores Heritage Trail covers local historical sites of interest, highlighting structures that no longer exist. A trail marker at each site provides a brief description of what was there and a QR code allows access to additional information. Download the Beverly Shores Heritage Trail brochure here.
PO Box 156
Wanatah, IN 46390-0156
whistsoc@frontier.com
The Wanatah Historical Society was formed in 1996 by a group of concerned citizens, with the mission to remember and preserve the history of Wanatah and the surrounding area.
315 West Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202-3210
1-866-683-0008.
Genealogy Collection: 317-232-3689
Through its history, the Indiana State Library has developed strong collections in the fields of Indiana history and culture, Indiana state government and United States government publications, Indiana newspapers, genealogy and family history resources.