Yes, indeed, the Maxwell-Briscoe Auto Company had a band! For the next two weeks, we turn our attention to Henry County schools. What future Civil War general advocated for free public school in Henry County in the year 1857? For fun, this…
The cornerstone for the Maxwell-Briscoe company was laid in 1907 on June 22. John D. Maxwell and Benjamin Briscoe were the two men behind bringing the largest automobile manufacturing company to New Castle. On June 22, 1907, what United States Vice President visited New Castle to observe the grand festivities of the laying of the…
Last week was all about needlework with pictures of what you can see when you come visit our exhibit. We hope you didn’t miss our announcements about Kroger’s Community Rewards and the Family File Surname Index! Kroger’s Community Rewards is an easy way for you to support the Museum, and the Surname Index is our…
