April 5, 2025 – Third Annual 5K Run for History (Fun Run/Walk)

Silhouettes of runners. Text reads 5K Run For History.

Third Annual 5K Run for History (Fun Run/Walk) Saturday, April 5, 2025, 9 a.m.  Old Depot Museum, 135 W Tecumseh St, Ottawa, KS  Register for the race: https://runsignup.com/Race/KS/Ottawa/FranklinCountyHistoricalSociety5K   Follow the historic routes of the AT&SF and Missouri Pacific Railroads past historic neighborhoods, a scenic cemetery, and the Marais des Cygnes River. Whether you want to set your best time or enjoy a stroll with your friends, your $25 registration fee will help support the Franklin County Historical Society. Commemorative t-shirts are guaranteed for all registrations received by March 21.…

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April 6: 5K Run For History Fun Run/Walk

Silhouettes of runners. Text reads 5K Run For History.

5K Run For History Fun Run/Walk Saturday, April 6, 2024  9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Old Depot Museum, 135 W Tecumseh, Ottawa, KS 66067 Feel the spirit of the trains beneath your feet as you trace the paths of the AT&SF and the MoPac railroads during our Second Annual 5K Run/Walk, which kicks off at the Old Depot Museum! Whether you set your best time or enjoy a stroll with your friends, your $25 registration fee will help support the Franklin County Historical Society. Register by March 23 and receive…

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