November 12: History Trivia Night

HISTORY TRIVIA NIGHT in neon lettering, surrounded by nerdy thought bubble lightbulbs.

History Trivia Night Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Not Lost Brewing, 229 S Main, Ottawa, KS Tickets: $25 each History Trivia Night is back by popular demand! Bring your random history knowledge to the Franklin County Historical Society’s History Trivia Night! All proceeds will support the Franklin County Historical Society. Play solo or bring a team! Tickets include one beverage. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Special thanks to Not Lost Brewing, Shanda Olmsted/Prestige Real Estate, and Kansas State Bank for sponsoring this event. Tickets are $25…

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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 23, 2025 – History Trivia Night

History Trivia Night. Graphic includes neon signs and light bulbs.

History Trivia Night Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.  Not Lost Brewing, 229 S Main St, Ottawa, KS 66067 Doors Open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets: https://square.link/u/etM581FU Bring your random history knowledge to the Franklin County Historical Society’s first-ever History Trivia Night! All proceeds will support the Franklin County Historical Society. Play solo or bring a team! Tickets include one beverage; participants are welcome to bring food from other local restaurants. Special thanks to Not Lost Brewing, Shanda Olmsted/Prestige Real Estate, and Kansas State Bank for sponsoring this…

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