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Description And Analysis Of The Ruthmere Museum
Formerly known as the Albert and Elizabeth Beardsley residence, the Ruthmere Museum is located in a three-story mansion that is one of the most prominent and historic residence in the Elkhart County.

Built in the year 1910, and still maintaining its orginality, the Ruthmere mansion is open to the public as a museum.

It is a beautiful home and is full of artistic furniture, art of the bygone era and family portraits, which are worth seeing in person.

A tour at the museum starts with a brief and interesting movie on the history of the mansion and Elkhart County, after which visitors can take a tour of the beautiful house.

A visit is highly recommend for lovers of history, art and
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