The Bosque County Collection is operated by the Bosque County Historical Commission. It was established in 1983 as a research center for the local history of Bosque County. The Collection is located in the historic Lumpkin Building across from the Courthouse. This old rock building, built in 1884, was the first stone commercial building to be erected in Meridian. The Lumpkin Building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1998.

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Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (except holidays)
Closed Monday, Saturday, and Sunday

The Collection is staffed by only one part-time person. On occasion, the Collection may be closed due to staff vacation or illness. If you are coming from a long distance, you should call to confirm that the Collection will be open.