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Historical Society Presents Artifact Workshop

Saturday, August 15, 2026 · Rensselaer, IN

Residents can attend a presentation on preserving family artifacts Saturday, August 15, at 10:00 a.m. at the Rensselaer Library, 208 W. Susan St. Tamara Hemmerlein of the Indiana Historical Society will share preservation guidance, while the Jasper County Historical Society sponsors the talk and will have archival kits available for purchase. The event is open to all ages. No fee or registration requirement is listed; call 219-866-5881 for final details.

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