Benton County Historical Museum

Benton County Historical Museum is in the city park at 1000 Paterson Rd. The museum has more than 20,000 items, including pioneer and Native American artifacts, a natural history diorama, Edison phonographs, a cut glass and porcelain collection, 37 oversized hand-carved model cars, and reconstructions of a Victorian parlor and an early homestead. A collection of gowns covers the period 1843-1920.

Guided tours are available. Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.