Goshen, The First 150 Years PLUS The Next 10 Years – 2 Book Set
$65.00
A two-volume history set documenting Goshen’s past from its founding through the late twentieth century.
Description
This two-book set brings together two complementary publications that document Goshen, Indiana’s history from its founding in 1831 through 1991. Together, these volumes provide a broad and continuous look at the city’s development, combining long-term historical perspective with a closer examination of more recent change.
Goshen, The First 150 Years
Covering the period from 1831 to 1981, this Sesquicentennial Edition was published by the News Printing Company of Goshen to commemorate 150 years of community history. The hardcover volume presents photographs and historical information that trace Goshen’s growth from an early settlement into a modern city.
With 275 pages and a chapter index, the book explores civic life, industry, neighborhoods, institutions, and community traditions. It serves as a foundational reference for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of Goshen’s first century and a half.
Goshen, The Next 10 Years
The companion volume extends the story from 1981 to 1991, focusing on a decade of planning, growth, and transition. Published by the News Printing Company, this 64-page softcover booklet captures how Goshen viewed its future during the late twentieth century.
With an index for easy reference, this booklet allows readers to compare long-term historical patterns with more recent expectations and outcomes, offering valuable insight into how the community evolved beyond its sesquicentennial milestone.
A Complete Perspective
Together, these two books provide a fuller picture of Goshen’s history—one grounded in long-established narratives and the other reflecting forward-looking community planning. The set is ideal for researchers, educators, longtime residents, and anyone interested in understanding Goshen’s past in both broad and detailed terms.
Proceeds from this set support the mission of the Goshen Historical Society to preserve and share the history of the community.
Why This History Matters
• Provides continuous coverage of Goshen history from 1831 to 1991
• Combines long-term historical narrative with modern-era perspective
• Includes extensive photographs and indexed reference material
• Serves as a cornerstone resource for Goshen historical research
Set Information
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Book One
— Goshen, The First 150 Years
— Coverage: Goshen, Indiana, 1831–1981
— Edition: Sesquicentennial
— Publisher: News Printing Company, Goshen, IN
— Format: Hardcover
— Length: 275 pages
— Size: 9 × 11 inches
— Features: Chapter index
Book Two
— Goshen, The Next 10 Years
— Coverage: 1981–1991
— Publisher: News Printing Company
— Format: Softcover booklet
— Length: 64 pages
— Features: Indexed
