Csenger played an important role in the history of Szatmár County for centuries. In the 15-16th century it was the center of the county, the meetings and the 'days of law' were always held there. In 1388, the town had the right to hold fairs. At the beginning of the 1400's it was referred to as a county town. The Museum of Local History is the representation of the historic consciousness of its population.