December 30, 2020 at 2:50 p.m.

Yellow Trail Museum Closure Extended


By Jessica [email protected]

The board of the Yellow Trail Museum has decided to extend the November and December closure which occurred after the local spike in COVID cases until the first week April.  Historically the museum has been closed for the winter months until April.  It is only in recent years the open period has been extended thanks to the generosity of the Columbus Area Visitors Center.  Earlier this spring a reduction in funds from the COVID economic shutdown resulted in the loss of paid staff and the previously enjoyed extended hours.  The early April reopen date is tentative, based on what COVID numbers and restrictions look like at that time.  The closure will include the cancellation of all Sunday Social history discussion groups until the museum fully reopens.  In the meantime, special visits to the museum can be arranged by calling (812) 546-8020.  While no one is in the museum, the voicemail is monitored daily and some one will be in contact to arrange a visit or small group tour.  You may also contact Susan Thayer Fye at (812) 343-3798 to arrange a visit.  The research center will remain closed until construction on the new space is finished and they are fully moved.  The museum board asks for your patience during this exciting time of construction, renovation and expansion.  Please refer to our Facebook page the Yellow Trail Museum of Hope & Visitors Center for any updates.  
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