CENTRAL COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
& MUSEUM
The Central Community Historical Society and its museum are located in DeWitt, Iowa. The museum includes three buildings filled with thousands of historical items on display, everything from fine china and antique clothing to military memorabilia and large-scale farm equipment.
Location
628 6th Ave.
DeWitt, Iowa 52742
Hours of Operation
Monday & Thursday: 8:30-11:30 A.M.
Sunday: 1:00-4:00 P.M.
Also open by appointment;
please call (563) 659-9717
Our Story...
On March 8, 1977, the Central Community Historical Society (CCHS) was officially established. Their goal was to create a centrally located historical society that would serve all communities throughout the county.
By 1987, the society had acquired a building to serve as a museum for the restoration and preservation of local history and genealogy. ​The Museum is a non-profit organization run by volunteers. It's the volunteers and individuals who donate to the museum that make this community gem possible. New volunteers are always needed and welcomed.​
The Historical Society is still expanding and collecting items today under the leadership of Ann Soenksen, who serves as president of the Society. With the help of volunteers and donators the museum will be a valuable asset for generations to come.