Public Programs

Public Programs

The more you connect with Tippecanoe County history, the more it comes to life.

Stay connected, you don’t want to miss out! TCHA offers unique opportunities to engage with the past, whether you prefer lectures, tours, informal meet and greets, or interactive demonstrations, we’ll have something for you. So jump in – ask questions, offer opinions, listen, learn, and tour. We are constantly working to make the past enjoyable and accessible for you, so check out our programming calendar for the program that’s right for you.

Miss a program? View it on our You Tube Channel.

Feb
14
Fri
A Taste of the Past @ The History Center
Feb 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

A Taste of the Past: Valentine’s Day Special with renowned Chef Lauren Reed

February 14, 6:00 pm

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in style! This event is open to anyone; Bring your significant other, gal pal, or treat yourself to a nice dinner!

Menu:

  • Mocktail: Cranberry, Pomegranate, Ginger Fizz, Candied Ginger, Sour Sugar Rim
  • Homemade Focaccia
  • Salad: Spinach, Pea Shoots, Red Onion, Candied Smoked Pecans, Warm Bacon Dressing 
  • Appetizer: Cucumber Cup, Piped Smoked Salmon Cream, Dill, Salmon Roe 
  • Entree: Roasted Beef Filet, Parsnip Potato Puree, Asparagus, Red Wine Reduction
  • Dessert: Raspberry Mousse Dome, Chocolate Mirror Glaze

Tickets on sale at 10 AM January 8, 2025. Reserve your seat by calling 765-476-8411 ext. 1

Tickets are $70 per person, or $125 per couple (open to attendees ages 16 and up).

Mar
1
Sat
Maple Sugaring at Post Ouiatenon @ Fort Ouiatenon Historic Park
Mar 1 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Join us at the Fort Ouiatenon blockhouse for a living history event portraying the French colonial period at Ouiatenon during the early 18th century. Living history reenactors will be on hand to talk about the French fur trade, Native American and French culture of the period, and they will be doing maple sugar production.

Presented by Living History Interpreters.

Mar
2
Sun
Maple Sugaring at Post Ouiatenon @ Fort Ouiatenon Historic Park
Mar 2 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Join us at the Fort Ouiatenon blockhouse for a living history event portraying the French colonial period at Ouiatenon during the early 18th century. Living history reenactors will be on hand to talk about the French fur trade, Native American and French culture of the period, and they will be doing maple sugar production.

Presented by Living History Interpreters.

Mar
6
Thu
The Purdue University Herbaria: Spinning A “Haymow” into Gold and Black @ The History Center
Mar 6 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join Dr. D. Rabern Simmons, Curator of Fungi, as he shares the stories of the collectors and collections from the Herbaira!

Mar
18
Tue
A Love for Labor: The Life and Legacy of L. P. Lindelof in the Painters’ Union @ The History Center
Mar 18 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Born in Malmo, Sweden, and immigrating to the United States, Lorenz Peter Lindelof worked at many jobs before becoming a painter and eventually settling in Lafayette. During his career, he organized locals and eventually rose up the ranks to become the longest serving general president of his professional association.

Presented by William Radell, M.A.