Welcome to Randolph County Historical Society, Inc.
RCHS is a 501c3 non-profit organization
focused on preserving the history
of Randolph County, Indiana.
About RCHS
RCHS History
1861: Beginning of Randolph County Old Settlers meetings.
1901, August 28th: The Randolph County Historical Society was organized and ceased regular activity in 1906.
1953, February 23rd: RCHS was reorganized.
1959, February 17th: RCHS was incorporated.
1968, May 11th: RCHS purchased a home at 416 South Meridian Street, Winchester, Indiana on and established a museum.
1979, October 8th: The Randolph County Genealogical Society was established.
1984, August 13th: The historical and genealogical societies merged.
1999: The RCHS genealogical collection was moved to the museum building.
2003, November 8th: Dedication of the completed addition to the historic home.
Thank You
Whether you help through monetary donations, volunteering your time, or spreading our mission through word-of-mouth, thank you. We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you.
Financial Support
The Randolph County Historical Society depends on memberships and donations for financial security. The museum is staffed by volunteers. Your donation helps us keep our doors open and our history alive.
Join the Society
Annual membership is $25.
Lifetime membership is $300.
Click the link below, "Become a Member" to send electronic payment.
Note in the communication the funds are to be directed towards a membership, your name, address, email etc.
To drop off a cash or check when The Museum is open or to mail a check made out to RCHS the address is: 416 South Meridian Street, Winchester, Indiana 47394