{"id":197,"date":"2016-03-03T14:38:45","date_gmt":"2016-03-03T14:38:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/debs-dev.nfshost.com\/?page_id=197"},"modified":"2026-04-20T10:12:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T15:12:01","slug":"visit-the-museum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/debsfoundation.org\/index.php\/landing\/visit-the-museum\/","title":{"rendered":"About the Museum"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A local group starts a march from the Eugene V. Debs Museum.<\/b><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Eugene V. Debs Museum is the former house of Eugene V. Debs and Katherine Metzel Debs. After changing hands for many years, it was purchased in 1962 by a small group of Terre Hautians who had a strong admiration for Debs. It is now owned and operated by the Debs Foundation as a free museum.<\/p>\n

The interior of the museum features many of Debs’ possessions and other artifacts from his lifetime. We count on our guests’ respectful treatment of the collections.<\/p>\n

The museum is open to the public and admission is free.<\/p>\n

A $5 donation is appreciated \u2014\u00a0you can support the Eugene V. Debs Foundation<\/a> via an online donation or donate in person at the house!<\/p>\n

Altered Hours & Closings (please check before traveling!)<\/h2>\n
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Tuesday, April 21st: CLOSED<\/strong><\/div>\n
Saturday, April 25th: Open 4-5 PM only<\/strong><\/div>\n
Saturday, May 2nd: Open 3-5 PM only<\/strong><\/div>\n
Thursday, May 7th: CLOSED<\/strong><\/div>\n
Friday, May 8th: CLOSED<\/strong><\/div>\n
Saturday, May 9th: CLOSED<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Hours are currently subject to change. If traveling from out of town, please monitor this page for updates.<\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n
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Regular Museum Hours<\/span><\/h2>\n

Tuesday\u2013\u2013Saturday
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Walk-in visitors are always welcome during regular hours. No appointment needed!<\/p>\n

Morning and evening tours are available by appointment. Schedule an after-hours visit by emailing <\/span>museum@debsfoundation.org<\/span><\/a> or calling 812-232-2163.<\/span><\/p>\n

Not a traveler? Stuck in quarantine? Try a live virtual tour at home<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Virtual Tours<\/h2>\n

We offer personal virtual tours as an alternative to in-person visits. For more information, write to museum@debsfoundation.org.<\/p>\n

What to Expect<\/span><\/h2>\n

Following the example of Kate and Eugene Debs, we strive to create a welcoming environment. A trained museum guide will offer each guest a 30-90 minute guided tour, depending on visitor preference and staff availability. Abbreviated tours are available upon request. Amenities include a gift shop, guest seating in each room, and a first-floor single-occupancy restroom. Photography (minus flash) is encouraged. Advance permission from the museum director is required for videography.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Physical Accessibility<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Debs Museum is not wheelchair acessible at this time. The first floor is accessed via six steps up to the front porch entrance. Our ongoing restoration project includes the construction of a wheelchair ramp to the first floor. The second and third floors are only accessible via winding staircases. Upon request, docents can provide in-person guests with pre-recorded or live video tours of the second and third floors. Full-length virtual tours<\/a> are always available.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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