Last updated: 8/18/2012
Anderson, Indiana
Address
626 Main St.
Anderson, IN 46016
phone: 765-648-6875
e-mail: ghh1873@sbcglobal.net
web: gruenewaldhouse.org

Hours

Upon request. 764-648-6875

Admissions

General Admission: $5

Museum Type(s)

Staff

Jean Whitsell-Sherman
phone: 765-648-6875
Description

House built in 1873. Features three story Second Empire home with fully equipped 1890's decor. Offers heirloom garden.

Mission

To preserve the original home of one of Anderson's successful businessmen, Martin Gruenewald, for the enjoyment of visitors for educational and historical purposes.

History

Original home built by Moses Cherry in early 1850's or 60's. Three story addition began in 1870's and finished by Christiana and Martin Gruenewlad in 1874. City of Anderson purchased it in 1970 as an historic home and restored it to its present condition.

Artifact Collections

Collections of 1900's era house and homemaking artifacts. Dr. J. B. Nicholson Museum Room houses artifacts from early Anderson.

Research Collections

Gruenewald family memorabilia and a few Civil War documents.

Educational Programs

Docent training, House tours, Field Trips.

Facilities

Dining room seats 12. Can accomodate 25 to 30 for receptions and meetings. House setting.

Governance

Board of Dircetors.

Publications
Newletter fall
Newsletter spring
Services
Tours and Events Rentals

Tours, teas, small dinners, heirloom garden tours, and meetings.

Special Event Rental
Group Tours
ADA

Main floor power point available for those not able to navigate the stairs.

Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Restrooms
Exhibitions
Museum Events
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