On July 4th, 1976, the Junior League of Columbus (JLC) took on the task of renovating and restoring the house and garden to create a museum of 19th-century life. After 3 years of renovations, the JLC opened the doors to the Kelton House Museum in 1979.

Today, under the care of the JLC, the Kelton House Museum & Garden is a community service program that offers house tours, special events and educational opportunities. An active volunteer program provides a training ground for individuals interested in historic preservation, the decorative arts, American History and museum management.