Local History. Bartholomew County is located in the south-central section of Indiana, approximately 40 miles south of Indianapolis. The county was founded in 1821, and named for Lt. Col Joseph Bartholomew, an Indiana Militia leader wounded in the Battle of Tippecanoe.

LEARN ABOUT THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. The Historical Society museum includes both permanent and rotating exhibits throughout the year, so residents and visitors of all ages are able to experience what life in Bartholomew County was like in our past and to connect these stories with our lives today.

Showcasing the bicentennial history of our county, each of the five sections of the film focuses on a different region of the county. Presented by The Bartholomew County Historical Society and The Bartholomew County Public Library.

In 1836, land located in Bartholomew County, Jackson County, and Monroe County was designated as a new county known as Brown County. By Land, Air, and Water Illustration of a flat boat from the 1800s traveling down the Mississippi River

Detailed information on upcoming events sponsored by The Bartholomew County Historical Society in Columbus, Indiana

The Bartholomew County Historical Society is proud to host two permanent exhibit that share the history and heritage of Bartholomew County. Most recently we installed the Early Industrialists exhibit.

524 Third Street / Columbus, Indiana / 812-372-3541

It Began With Bartholomew, 1; It Began With Bartholomew, 2; It Began with Bartholomew, 3; ... Brenda Pitts | Matthew Rust | John Stroh | Dr. Tami Stone Iorio, County Historian . FUN FOOTNOTES IN COUNTY HISTORY. 524 Third Street / Columbus, Indiana / 812-372-3541 ...

Visit us in downtown Columbus to view the exhibits, research your family history, or just ask questions! (Let's discover!)

The mission of the Bartholomew County Historical Society is to collect and preserve Bartholomew County artifacts, photographs, and documents. Through interpretive programs and displays, BCHS teaches the heritage of this region to enrich both present and future generations.