Cemeteries: Kite’s Eye Views Saturday, May 2, 2026, 2 p.m. In person: FCHS Archives & Research Center, 2011 E Logan St, Ottawa, KS Register for Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-Ld9fCeMTxebBo4E4-AVTw Kite-aerial photography provides unique bird’s-eye views of cemeteries with respectful, silent operation. It’s especially useful for identifying cemetery burial patterns and unmarked graves. Jim and Susie Aber will show examples of modern, pioneer, and prehistoric cemeteries from the United States, Canada, and Denmark. Local Stories of Melvern Lake Saturday, May 30, 2026, 2 p.m. (New Date) In person: FCHS Archives & Research…
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April 5, 2025 – Third Annual 5K Run for History (Fun Run/Walk)
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.…
Read MoreApril 6: 5K Run For History Fun Run/Walk
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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