Keeping our community’s stories alive
Wheat fields, evergreen tree, mountains, and a blue sky, with the society name and the words “because small town history is American history.”Rockford Area Museum & Historical Society

Our museums

Pioneer Museum

Everyday objects and local family histories, held in one of Rockford’s historic commercial buildings.

The museum’s story

The Town of Rockford identifies the Pioneer Museum as a place for items donated by families from the early days of the community.

The building

The two-story building at 10 South First Street was built in 1894, according to the Town of Rockford.

Collections & exhibits

Published descriptions identify collections of household and personal items associated with early local families. Individual objects and current displays will be documented here as information is confirmed.