WELCOME
To the Clinton County History Center in Wilmington, Ohio
Our Mission is to encourage community involvement in the preservation, education, and promotion
of Clinton County history and genealogy for the benefit of all people.
Memberships Matter!
Did you know, as a 501(c)3 non-profit, our organization relies on memberships, donations, and ticketed events to continue our Mission. The History Center does not receive sustainable support from local tax payers, City, County, State, or National funding. We simply cannot continue to preserve local history and educating the community on the significance of Clinton County without YOUR help. To become a member today please click here.
Learn about the Clinton County Historical Society.
Learn about the Clinton County Genealogical Society.
The Clinton County History Center
Chartered in 1948, the Clinton County Historical Society purchased its museum home in 1955. This site is on the National Register of Historic Places as the home of Brigadier General James W. Denver (for whom Denver, Colorado was named). This History Center is a multi-function facility operated by the Clinton County Historical and Genealogical Societies. The Center includes a touring museum with exhibits and special displays; research library; manuscript, photographic and reference archives; textile and artifact repository; conference center for meetings and educational programs; and serves as the business office for the History Center.
2023 Public Hours of the History Center:
Historical Society’s Museum – $5 for non-member self touring / $10 for docent led
- Thursday, 1:00PM – 4:00PM
- Fridays, 1:00PM – 4:00PM
- Saturdays, 10:00AM – 2:00PM
- Additional visits by appointment
Genealogical Society’s Research Library – $5 per non-member
- Thursdays by prescheduled appointment ONLY (please give 2 weeks minimum to plan visit)
- Fridays, 1:00PM – 4:00PM
- Saturdays, 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Please call (937) 382-4684 or visit our social media during major holidays to confirm we are still open!
The Clinton County History Center and Rombach Place Museum are handicapped accessible.