The Washington Historical Society was founded in 1959, focused on preserving Washington, Mo., history. The society purchased the old Presbyterian Church building at Fourth and Market Street in 1995 and in 2001 hired a full-time director. Besides its many exhibits and archives, the museum also houses the Four Rivers Genealogical Society and the Ralph Gregory Library.
Exhibits include:The Missouri River and BridgeTurnverein (Turner Society) Franz Schwarzer ZithersCorn Cob PipesHistoric BuildingsJohn B. Busch BreweryMilitary VeteransShoe FactoriesElijah McLeanFirehouse Museum