Butler County Historical Society, Hamilton, Ohio
The Butler County Historical Society maintains the Benninghofen House as a museum, with the house and furnishings representing the lifestyle of a wealthy family during the Victorian Era. In addition to the house, the Society manages an archive that consists of many original and secondary materials relating to regional history. The archives are available to the public, with the assistance of a BCHS staff member.
Many artifacts relating to local, regional and national history are also in the care of the BCHS. These items are periodically put on display in the Benninghoven House, adjacent auditorium and secure off-site locations.
Programming is another feature of BCHS. Programs are offered several times a year that feature knowledgeable speakers who focus on a variety of topics.
To discover, collect, and preserve materials, structures and landmarks which may help establish, illustrate and arouse the interest in the historical record of Butler County.
