Explore the history of Elkhart, Indiana through two iconic house museums.
Special Announcements
Upcoming Closings or Special Hours:
The Ruthmere Arts and History Campus will be closed until noon on Thursday, October 1st due to the Ruthmere Cornerstones Brunch.
The Havilah Beardsley House will be closed for tours on Sunday, October 4 due to Free Family Sunday at Ruthmere Mansion.
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Featured Events
Celebrate Refinery Coffee
Special Offsite Event in Goshen! October 8, 2026 from 5-7pm | Fall Concert Series
October 15 - Jingbo Zong, Winner of the Beardsley Piano Competition October 29 - Samantha Cho November 12 - Shea-Kim Duo November 27 - Pun Punyasavatsut & Takeshi Nagayasu |
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Experience MattersWelcome to RuthmereRuthmere Campus comprises two historic properties that engage visitors with a unique experience of history, art and architecture. Whether you are taking a guided tour of Ruthmere Mansion or the historic Havilah Beardsley House, listening to a concert, participating in an educational program, or celebrating your nuptials with an unforgettable garden wedding, the experiences at Ruthmere are one of a kind and make a difference. |
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HistoryHistory is the heart of Ruthmere. Elkhart is here for a reason, and the history of the Beardsley family reveals the answer. Through archaeology and research relive the era of Elkhart's founding at the Havilah Beardsley House, or immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of the historic mansion and gardens at Ruthmere.
| ArtArt comes in many forms at Ruthmere. Part historic house museum, part world class art collection, part performing arts venue--such is the unique nature of Ruthmere. Explore the timeless questions "what is art and why is it important?" through cutting edge public programs, or simply immerse yourself with an awe-inspiring sensory experience.
| ArchitectureThe built environment defines our cultural values and provides a sense of community identity. Explore the architecture of the community in an easy, interactive way with the TourElkhart Mobile Tour, or study art, architecture and gardens in depth at the Robert B. Beardsley Arts Reference Library. Nowhere is the importance of the built environment easier to discover than at Ruthmere.
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Visiting Ruthmere CampusRuthmere Campus overlooks the confluence of the St. Joseph and Elkhart Rivers, residing at the heart of the Beardsley Historic District Neighborhood, a nationally recognized site on the National Register of Historic Places. ALL TOUR EXPERIENCES START AT THE BEARDSLEY DISCOVERY CENTER Beardsley Discovery Center Address: 819 N. Main St., Elkhart, IN 46514 Havilah Beardsley House Address: Ruthmere Address/Mailing Address: See the VISIT AND SHOP tab for more information. |
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