Welcome to the Butler County Historical Society and Museum
The Butler County Historical Society is a private non-profit organization that formed in 1934 to preserve and promote the history of Butler County. The society, incorporated in 1948, owns and operates the Benninghofen House Museum, a high-Italian style home built in 1863 that is filled with the furnishings of a wealthy family during the Victorian era. It also manages the Soldiers, Sailors and Pioneers Monument on Front Street and the McCloskey Wonder Works Museum at Heritage Hall located in the 1935 City Hall building on High Street.
What’s Happening at BCHS?
Current Exhibit
When The Storm Broke Upon Us: The Saga of the 35th Ohio Volunteer Infantry
BCHS is proud to present this exhibit honoring the 35th Ohio Volunteer Infantry mustered using Butler county’s own as the lion’s share of its fighting corps. The most important artifact we have representing Butler County’s contribution to the Civil War is on display in the BCHS lobby. Featured items are located throughout the first floor of the museum and in the Emma Ritchie auditorium.
Upcoming Event
The Butler County Historical Society: Celebrating 90 Years of Progress!
Annual Membership Dinner Meeting!
Thursday, November 14th: 6:00 pm
As BCHS celebrates its 90th year in existence and the 75th anniversary of the Benninghofen Museum, we take a look back at our journey from a fledgling collection of history lovers to the institution we are today. This event is for members only and there is a charge for the dinner portion of the evening. Held at Berkley Square. Reservations are required – please call BHCS at 513-896-9930 or email [email protected] to reserve your seats!