Since 1993
About Mansfield Area Historical Society & Museum
Preserving the history of Mansfield for future generations through exhibits, education, research support, and community stewardship.
A growing local mission
Members of the Mansfield Area Historical Society have long felt a need to preserve the historical significance of the area. This website is dedicated to preserving the history of Mansfield, MO and surrounding area, and presenting this information to the public as well as future generations.
Our story
Built by volunteers
The Mansfield Area Historical Society was formed in 2003. Since that time, the membership has continued to grow, incorporating younger members along the way. As a result, the museum, which relies primarily upon donations, has been blessed with enough volunteers to enable the building to be open Monday through Saturday.
The museum
Always evolving
Additional displays are constantly added to the contents of the museum, so its appearance changes every few months. The museum strives to develop and maintain items of interest not only to local residents, but also to the many visitors who stop on their way to the Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum and Baker Creek Seeds.
What we share
History for generations
The Mansfield Area Historical Society is extremely proud to showcase Laura Ingalls Wilder, Carl Mays, and the early settlers and their descendants who shaped the area. The museum is dedicated in providing publications for Laura Ingalls Wilder, Carl Mays and genealogy research. We also support the area with tourist information and maps.
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“It is hoped that the publication of this website will enable the Mansfield Area Historical Society to continue its attempts to record the fascinating historical events of this area.”
Mansfield Area Historical Society
Preservation mission
Serving Mansfield, Missouri