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La Porte County Historical Society, Inc.
LaPorte, Indiana

Archaeology, Culture, General, History, Historical Society, Library, Military, Natural History

We are housed in a spacious, Colonial-style building with ample parking and lawns for outside events. Listed by the American Automobile Association as a 'GEM Site,' we offer interesting, educational displays 5 days a week, along with special events such as our annual Civil War Weekend in June, and Old Car Show in July. Special theme displays, guest speakers, and more are routinely scheduled.

The Kesling Automobile Collection
LaPorte, Indiana

General, History, Historical Society, Library, Specialized

The private collection of Dr. Peter C. Kesling has been displayed for years at the The Door Prairie Auto Museum. With Dr. Kesling retirement, the museum is no longer operating as an independent museum collection. Instead, The Kesling Automobile Collection is now on display at the La Porte County Historical Society Museum. The website link provided will take you that MuseumsUSA listing!

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