The Columns Museum
History museum
About
The Columns Museum is the home of the Pike County Historical Society, in a 1904 neo-classical mansion on Broad Street in Milford. The museum covers two floors of the 22-room house.
Exhibits include military memorabilia, a Lenape People tribute, and the story of the Davis-Bailey family, who lived in Milford from 1900 to 1990. The museum also displays the Lincoln Flag, a 36-star flag that its website says was used to cushion President Lincoln's head after he was shot at Ford's Theater in 1865.
History
The Historical Society was founded on April 29, 1930. The house was built for Jersey City businessman and politician Dennis McLaughlin, and the Society bought it in the early 1980s. Over the years it has also been a dance studio, boarding house, restaurant and nightclub.
When to go
The website lists fall hours of Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hours change by season, so check the website before you go.
Good to know
Research visits are by appointment.
Price
- Adults$10.00
- Students$5.00
- Children and membersFree
Prices checked November 2026 on the website of the Pike County Historical Society. They can change, so check before you go.
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