Colfax Historical Society & Museum

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Non-profit Historical Society and Museum (private tours by appointment) with a great Community Room that can be rented.

For Reservations call or text: (515) 800-1148
For more information, check out our website, https://www.colfaxiahistoricalsociety.com/ Colfax Historical Society believes that we help shape the future through researching and preserving the past and present and sharing our knowledge with the world. We invite you to see things anew through the lens of our outstanding collections. You’ll learn more than you ever thought possible and expand your mind in a miraculous way. The Museum is FREE and OPEN to the public on:
The second Saturday of the month: 10am-2pm
Every Sunday from Memorial Day through Labor Day: 2pm-4pm

Our building also has a big room and full kitchen for celebrations and gatherings for rent, apart from the museum. (No the museum is not included in the rental)
For information on rentals, please check out our website:
https://www.colfaxiahistoricalsociety.com/
On the website, you will be able to find the rental agreement, the schedule of events and Frequently Asked Questions. Should you have any more questions, please email them to [email protected]

11/04/2026

We had a very busy Annual Election Soup Supper tonight!

Thanks to all who came out and enjoyed some warm soup on this rainy election day.

-Facility Manager

11/02/2026

Tomorrow is the big day. Be sure to vote if you haven't already and be sure to come to the soup supper at the Colfax Historical Society. We will be all decked out in the red, white and blue. There will be four different soups along with veggies, crackers, desserts and drinks for a free will offering. The museum will be open and is free to visit.

10/29/2026

Don't forget to come out to the Historical Society for our Election Night Soup Supper!
We will be serving from 430pm until 7pm or the soup runs out.

This is a free will donation, and everyone is invited!

Hope to see you there!

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10/29/2026

Last weekend we had the lovely ladies with the PEO Baxter-Colfax Chapter with their yearly Fashion Show and silent auction.

They always have some beautiful stuff!

Do you or your club have a need for a space to host an event?

Just give our facility manager, a call or a text at (515) 800-1148 and let's get you on the calendar!

10/24/2026

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10/13/2026

We had another uniquely decorated wedding, Inside and Out at our facility this past weekend!

I absolutely love all the small little details people think of to decorate!

This was our last wedding on the books for 2026.
Can't wait to see how the weddings for 2027 will turn out.

The weather turned out fantastic for the happy couple!

Are you or someone you know looking for a place for a wedding? Maybe just a simple family gathering?

Our facility manager would love to try and help you book an event!

Give a call or shoot a text to (515) 800-1148, and let's help you with the space you need for your next event.

09/30/2026

We had the pleasure of hosting another wedding at our facility last weekend.

It was supposed to be outside, but mother nature had other ideas.

They had such cute unique little details in their decorations!

Do you have an event you have been looking for a space to hold?

Give our facility manager a call or shoot them a text (515) 800-1148, and let's see if we can get you on the calendar!

09/12/2026

It’s Second Saturday! Come visit the Museum today. We’re open from 10-2. The Iowa Antique Bottleers and the Iowa Red Wing Chapter are meeting. And they will also have fun things to see!

09/05/2026

Plan your next family outing to the Colfax Historical Society & Museum!

Come explore our unique exhibits, browse the gift shop, and leave your mark in our guestbook.

🗓️ **Important Hours Update:**
This Sunday, September 6th, is our final Sunday of the 2026 season (2PM–4PM). Don't miss out!

Can't make it this weekend?
You can still catch us during our regular monthly hours on the second Saturday of every month from 10AM to 2PM.

✨ **Want a closer look?**
We also offer personalized, private tours led by our dedicated Board members.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment.

We hope to see you soon!

Address

900 N Walnut Street
Colfax, IA
50054

Telephone

+15156740215

Website

https://www.colfaxiahistoricalsociety.com/

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