Connecting the Past to the Present to Benefit Future Generations
The museum will close at noon on Saturday, May 3rd, for a private event.
We continually find new ways to share our heritage, and 2025 promises to be another year of discovery.
Understanding history connects us to our past and enriches our community. We look forward to welcoming you!
We’re Open for the 2025 History Season
April 1st through 30th:
Healing Without Drugs or Surgery circa 1897 - 1927
This special exhibit will be held weekly, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM, from April 1st to April 30th, at the Henry County Museum in the Adair Annex.
Admission is free!
Sidney Weltmer, founder of the Weltmer Institute, taught and practiced "suggestive therapeutics," encompassing positive thinking, hypnotism, and magnetic healing.
Weltmer’s Institute certified over 50,000 practitioners and treated more than 100,000 patients.
Learn about Sidney Weltmer, his healing methods, public reception, conflicts with medical and religious communities, and his legal battle that went to the U.S. Supreme Court.
View the magnetic healing machine once utilized by the self-proclaimed “World’s Greatest Magnetic Healer,” Professor O.R. Bentley, who practiced at the White Sulphur Springs Hotel in Artesian Park on the western edge of Clinton.
May 3rd:
Ladies High Tea
Vivian Taylor will give a presentation on Presidential First Ladies, give insights on their roles, explain what it is like to live in the White House as FLOTUS, and discuss other fascinating facts you’ll want to know!
Melinda Dehn will cater to this event.
Saturday, May 3rd, 2 PM to 4 PM, at the Henry County Museum in the Adair Annex.
Tickets are $25 per person.
For reservations, please call 660-885-8414.
June 28:
Annual Chicken Dinner & Fundraiser
Join us for the 3rd Annual Chicken Dinner and support the Henry County Historical Society.
Enjoy sure-to-be delicious chicken provided by Jim Kalberloh, former owner of The Landmark restaurant, while listening to the music of Monegaw Strings.
Live auction items include a Henry Golden Boy .22 rifle, an Ike Parker painting, a Martha Aldridge Raku sculpture, a Woodson Roddy Painting, and much more.
Saturday, June 28th
Doors open at 5 PM
Dinner served at 5:30 PM
Live band from 5 PM to 7 PM
Live auction begins at 7 PM
In the historic DeLozier Building, 201 West Franklin Street, Clinton, Missouri.
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the Henry County Museum in the Adair Annex or at the DeLozier Building door the night of the event.
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A Word About Our Sponsors
Our sponsors play a vital role in our mission to preserve history and safeguard knowledge for future generations.
Their unwavering support empowers organizations like the Henry County Historical Society to bridge the gap between the past and the present. With gratitude, we extend our heartfelt thanks to these exceptional businesses and organizations!