Exhibits

The story of the Olivers’ successful achievement of the American dream is shared in The History Museum’s compelling exhibit about the family, their worldwide business, and the community in which they lived.

The History Museum is proud to collaborate with Shakespeare at Notre Dame on an exhibit that showcases the past, present, and future of Shakespearean performance, analysis, and culture at the University of Notre Dame. 

It was 50 years ago, on July 20, 1969, that U.S. astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the moon. The equipment required for the Apollo missions was a marvel of engineering, with every part critical to the program’s success. South Bend’s Bendix Corporation was essential in its development. Through photographs, documents, and an Apollo spacesuit, this exhibit tells the story of the Apollo program and chronicles its mark on history.

Indiana University was founded by the Indiana General Assembly on January 20, 1820. What started in Bloomington as Indiana Seminary has grown to a world-class university with campuses spread across the state and with an impact far beyond its borders. This exhibit showcases the 200-year history of IU, including the growth of IU South Bend and other outlying campuses.

Items from the Oliver Mansion that aren’t normally seen on a house tour are on display in this permanent exhibit.

The All-American Girls Professional Baseball League was started in 1943 and was active until 1954.

Through seven rooms of life-like dioramas and interactive displays, Voyages tells the compelling story of the people of the St. Joseph River Valley.

This display of miniature lamps features over 250 items displayed in eight mirrored cases.