Wabash, IN—The Wabash County Museum is excited to announce that
Alec Guenin, the museum’s archives and research specialist, has been named Wabash County
Historian by the Indiana Historical Society and the Indiana Historical Bureau. He has been
appointed for a three-year term, from 2025 – 2027.
The Indiana County historians serve as volunteers appointed by the Indiana Historical Society
(IHS) and
Indiana Historical Bureau (IHB) to promote local history in their counties, connect individuals
and groups with history resources, promote collaboration between local history organizations,
and maintain connections with the IHS and IHB.
Board Chair Rachel Castle shares, “”The Wabash County Museum Board is proud to support
Alec in his new role as Wabash County Historian. His dedication to preserving and sharing our
county’s rich history is evident in the exceptional work he does developing and maintaining the
Museum’s archives. We have full confidence that his expertise, passion, and commitment to
historical preservation will serve Wabash County well for years to come.”
Alec is an avid researcher of Wabash County History. He has been a full-time employee of the
museum since August 2022. He also completed internships in the archives both as an
undergraduate (IPFW, History) and as a graduate student (IUPUI, Library & Information
Sciences). In addition to his work at the museum, Alec is the president of the LaFontaine
History Club and vice president of the Paradise Spring Historical Park Board. Alec also writes
the museum’s monthly newsletter, “Second-Hand Stories,” which shares interesting and unique
narratives from our county’s rich history.
“Alec is an example of a young professional who brought his education back to his home
county and is building a career that makes a difference. He follows in the giant footsteps of
Wabash County Historian Emeritus, Dr. Ron Woodward, who previously held the position and
continues to share our county’s history on his Facebook page,” says Teresa Galley, Executive
Director of the Wabash County Museum.
Anyone seeking information about Wabash County history may reach out to Alec via email at
aguenin@wabashmuseum.org, by phone at 260.563.9070, or through the museum’s website
under the Research Request section. You can also learn more about the Indiana County
Historians program at
(https://indianahistory.org/across-indiana/hometown-resources/county-historians).
If you would like to support the Museum’s efforts to preserve Wabash County history, please
contact Teresa Galley at the Museum or visit www.wabashmuseum.org/donate.
The Wabash County Museum is located at 36 E Market Street in downtown Wabash. With a
mission to propagate our history through preservation, education, and innovation, the Museum is
a not-for-profit, operating entirely through memberships, admissions, and private donations.
To learn more about the Museum, follow on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and visit
www.wabashmuseum.org.
