New Harmony, Robert Dale Owen and the Politics of 1860
Historian and author Bill Bartelt examines how the political turmoil surrounding the 1860 election and the subsequent secession of the Southern states captured the attention of New Harmony residents. Although many in the community took part in the Civil War, few had a greater national impact than Robert Dale Owen. Drawing from The War Is Upon Us: New Harmony and the Civil War, co-authored with Working Men’s Institute Executive Director Ryan Rokicki, Bartelt brings to life New Harmony’s Civil War era experiences and influence.
Bartelt and Rokicki will sign copies of the book following the lecture. Copies of the book are available for purchase at the Atheneum Museum Shop for $27.50.
Mahjong
Are you interested in learning how to play Mahjong? Join us at the WMI! Game sets are provided, and cards are available. It’s free to join the group, and you can purchase an annual card from the National Mahjong League. Feel free to join us for one or both days—it’s entirely up to you! We would love to have you with us, so come and enjoy the fun at your own pace!
New Harmony Farmers' and Artisans' Market
The 2026 New Harmony Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market will feature an array of vendors offering early-season produce, local meat, fresh eggs, garden and native plant starts, honey, jams, gourmet baked goods, handmade soaps, and a wide variety of artisan items.
Mahjong
Are you interested in learning how to play Mahjong? Join us at the WMI! Game sets are provided, and cards are available. It’s free to join the group, and you can purchase an annual card from the National Mahjong League. Feel free to join us for one or both days—it’s entirely up to you! We would love to have you with us, so come and enjoy the fun at your own pace!
Mahjong
Are you interested in learning how to play Mahjong? Join us at the WMI! Game sets are provided, and cards are available. It’s free to join the group, and you can purchase an annual card from the National Mahjong League. Feel free to join us for one or both days—it’s entirely up to you! We would love to have you with us, so come and enjoy the fun at your own pace!
New Harmony Farmers' and Artisans' Market
The 2026 New Harmony Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market will feature an array of vendors offering early-season produce, local meat, fresh eggs, garden and native plant starts, honey, jams, gourmet baked goods, handmade soaps, and a wide variety of artisan items.
Mahjong
Are you interested in learning how to play Mahjong? Join us at the WMI! Game sets are provided, and cards are available. It’s free to join the group, and you can purchase an annual card from the National Mahjong League. Feel free to join us for one or both days—it’s entirely up to you! We would love to have you with us, so come and enjoy the fun at your own pace!
Mahjong
Are you interested in learning how to play Mahjong? Join us at the WMI! Game sets are provided, and cards are available. It’s free to join the group, and you can purchase an annual card from the National Mahjong League. Feel free to join us for one or both days—it’s entirely up to you! We would love to have you with us, so come and enjoy the fun at your own pace!
New Harmony Farmers' and Artisans' Market
The 2026 New Harmony Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market will feature an array of vendors offering early-season produce, local meat, fresh eggs, garden and native plant starts, honey, jams, gourmet baked goods, handmade soaps, and a wide variety of artisan items.
Mahjong
Are you interested in learning how to play Mahjong? Join us at the WMI! Game sets are provided, and cards are available. It’s free to join the group, and you can purchase an annual card from the National Mahjong League. Feel free to join us for one or both days—it’s entirely up to you! We would love to have you with us, so come and enjoy the fun at your own pace!