The following is a list of books published by the Whitley County Historical Society and are available at the Museum or through Amazon.com.

Adventure with us as we explore the early schools and one room schools of Whitley County, Indiana. Dive into the past and see what happened to them and what remains of them today.

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Written by Beverly A. Henley

Take a historical journey with us through time from the late 1800's through present day of the buildings around the Columbia City Courthouse Square. Immerse yourself in the fun and exciting stories associated with the movers and shakers who established their own businesses, fulfilling the needs of the fledgling community. These were friends, family and neighbors. Risk takers who recognized the opportunities that helped Whitley County become the thriving community that it is today.

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Written by Pam Koch

Journey down northern Indiana Highway 109 through Whitley County, Indiana on a scenic adventure of historic places past and present. Experience the stories of triumph and tragedy along the way.

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Written by Clay Geiger

Journey down southern Indiana Highway 109 through Whitley County, Indiana on a scenic adventure of historic places past and present.

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Written by Clay Geiger

The story of the once bustling town of Etna located in Whitley County, Indiana. The people, businesses, families, and history of the little town called Etna.

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Written by Clay Geiger

Step back into our past and come along for a driving tour of historical landmarks, military markers, one room schools, and cemeteries of Whitley County, Indiana.

"Whitley County Civil War Veterans" is packed with biographies of the men that served from Whitley County, Indiana during the American Civil War. Short stories, statistics, photographs and facts are also included.

Letters, obituaries, and listings of World War I Veterans of Whitley County, Indiana. Volume 1 A-H

Letters, obituaries, and listings of World War I Veterans of Whitley County, Indiana. Volume 2 I-Z

Reprint from the original manuscript written between 1824-25 by C.C. Trowbridge titled Meearmeear Traditions based upon the Myaamia culture.

The History of the Whiteleather Barn as told by the Martz brothers whose father once worked on that farm

Other gifts and books available at the Whitley County Historical Museum

Whitley County Historical Museum Christmas Ornament. "Spruce" up your Christmas tree with this lovely ornament!

Churubusco A View from the Past written by Charles "Chuck" Mathieu which includes photographs and postcards of Churubusco, Indiana.

Oscar the Beast of Busco written by Aaron Mathieu, is a fun children's book about the historical tale of the famous turtle hunt in 1949.

Oscar Saves Christmas written by Aaron Mathieu. This time Santa needs some help. Can Oscar help Santa and save Christmas.

Whitley County Kid written by Amy McVay Abbott and is a collection of essays about life in the rural Midwest in the 1960s.

Centennial Farm Family by Amy McVay Abbott. Anna Long Hoard's story and keeping the family farm.

Always Carl written by Amy McVay Abbott.

When We Wore the Uniform was written and published by the Leatherneck Coffee Club. This book contains various collected stories.

Whitley County 4-H Fair by retired Whitley County Historian Jeanette Brown. This book includes facts, photographs and information about the history of the Whitley County 4-H Fair.

From Transylvania to Illinois: Finding Refuge in Basketball by William "Bill" Schwarz.