Located at the Ada History Center, the Averill Historical Museum operates in an 1870s farmhouse and barn owned by Ada Township. The museum opened in 1999.
Admission is free of charge; donations accepted.
The museum features permanent exhibits on Ada history and a temporary exhibit space that changes annually. The facility also includes a gift shop, community meeting room, restrooms, and collections storage space for the community’s treasures.
New Temporary Exhibit
Turn of the century patriotic celebration at an Ada one-room schoolhouse.
Yankee Doodle Joy: Expressions of Patriotism
As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, the new exhibit, Yankee Doodle Joy: Expressions of Patriotism, reflects on the evolving ways Americans express national pride. From traditional celebrations and patriotic memorabilia to modern innovations and community service, each generation finds new meaning in what it means to be American.
Museum Open Hours
Tuesdays, Fridays &
First Saturdays of the month
1-4:00 pm
March-December
OR BY APPOINTMENT
Subject to holiday closures
Ada History Exhibits
Rooted in Trade
Highlighting the interaction of cultures 200 years ago during Ada's fur-trading years
Over the River
Exploring life at the junction of the Thornapple and Grand Rivers.
Right on Track
A look at how life changed when the train came to town.
Taking Care of Business
Business matters in Ada from farms to mills to Main Street
Answering the Call
A look at those from Ada who served our nation. Upcoming video interactive currently in development.
Kidding Around
In honor of Ada’s smallest residents: area schools and historic toys.
Sympathy Quilt for Alice Pelon Perkins
Ada’s Quilts
Ada’s collection has over 15 quilts donated to the historical society. Each textile piece holds unique stories about the people and history in Ada, Michigan.
Ada Historical Society has been working to submit our quilts onto the Quilt Index, a worldwide registry of quilts. This helps preserve the stories and incredible artistry of these quilt makers for all to access and learn about for free.
Ada Covered Bridge Quilt
