ROOKS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, FRANK WALKER MUSEUM

STOCKTON, KS

[KANSAS-A-0009] Webster Dam <b>Image Title:</b> Webster Dam <b>Date:</b> c.1955 <b>Place:</b> South Fork Solomon River, near Stockton, Kansas <b>Description/Caption:</b> Webster - Dam <b>Medium:</b> Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) <b>Photographer/Maker:</b> Unknown <b>Cite as:</b> KS-A-0009, WaterArchives.org <b>Restrictions:</b> There are no known U.S. copyright restrictions on this image. While the digital image is freely available, it is requested that <a href="http://www.waterarchives.org" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.waterarchives.org</a> be credited as its source. For higher quality reproductions of the original physical version contact <a href="http://www.waterarchives.org" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.waterarchives.org</a>, restrictions may apply.
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The Rooks County Historical Society's Frank Walker Museum is located in Stockton, Kansas, and serves as a repository of historical artifacts and documents related to the county's rich history. The museum is named after Frank Walker, a prominent businessman and philanthropist who donated the building to the society in 1965.

The museum's exhibits are arranged thematically and cover a wide range of topics, including agriculture, transportation, industry, and military history. Visitors can explore the museum's collections of antique cars, farm equipment, and household items, as well as a range of artifacts related to the area's Native American and pioneer history.

The museum also features a research library with extensive collections of historical documents, photographs, and other materials. The library is open to the public and provides a valuable resource for researchers, genealogists, and anyone interested in learning more about Rooks County's past.

The Rooks County Historical Society and Frank Walker Museum are dedicated to preserving and promoting the county's rich heritage. Through their exhibits, collections, and educational programs, they provide a window into the area's fascinating past and help to ensure that its history is not forgotten.

ROOKS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, FRANK WALKER MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in STOCKTON KS. US MID #8402000026

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

[KANSAS-A-0009] Webster Dam <b>Image Title:</b> Webster Dam <b>Date:</b> c.1955 <b>Place:</b> South Fork Solomon River, near Stockton, Kansas <b>Description/Caption:</b> Webster - Dam <b>Medium:</b> Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) <b>Photographer/Maker:</b> Unknown <b>Cite as:</b> KS-A-0009, WaterArchives.org <b>Restrictions:</b> There are no known U.S. copyright restrictions on this image. While the digital image is freely available, it is requested that <a href="http://www.waterarchives.org" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.waterarchives.org</a> be credited as its source. For higher quality reproductions of the original physical version contact <a href="http://www.waterarchives.org" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.waterarchives.org</a>, restrictions may apply.
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Nicodemus National Historic Site Ranger on Wheels The town of Nicodemus, Kansas was founded in 1877 by black settlers fleeing the Jim Crow Laws of the Deep South. The town prospered for awhile, however when the railroad bypassed the town it began a long decline. Today less than 100 people live in Nicodemus. The National Park Service, together with the residents of Nicodemus, preserve five historic buildings in the historic town.
Nicodemus National Historic Site The town of Nicodemus, Kansas was founded in 1877 by black settlers fleeing the Jim Crow Laws of the Deep South. The town prospered for awhile, however when the railroad bypassed the town it began a long decline. Today less than 100 people live in Nicodemus. The National Park Service, together with the residents of Nicodemus, preserve five historic buildings in the historic town.
Nicodemus National Historic Site The town of Nicodemus, Kansas was founded in 1877 by black settlers fleeing the Jim Crow Laws of the Deep South. The town prospered for awhile, however when the railroad bypassed the town it began a long decline. Today less than 100 people live in Nicodemus. The National Park Service, together with the residents of Nicodemus, preserve five historic buildings in the historic town.
Nicodemus National Historic Site The town of Nicodemus, Kansas was founded in 1877 by black settlers fleeing the Jim Crow Laws of the Deep South. The town prospered for awhile, however when the railroad bypassed the town it began a long decline. Today less than 100 people live in Nicodemus. The National Park Service, together with the residents of Nicodemus, preserve five historic buildings in the historic town.
Nicodemus National Historic Site "African Methodist Episcopal Church The A.M.E. Church (African Methodist Episcopal) was built in 1885 of limestone and was later finished with stucco in the 1940's. This church was one of the three churches which provided the place of worship to the many residents of Nicodemus. It was closed for religious services in the 19-0's*." (Text from sign in front of the building.) *Date unreadable on sign. The town of Nicodemus, Kansas was founded in 1877 by black settlers fleeing the Jim Crow Laws of the Deep South. The town prospered for awhile, however when the railroad bypassed the town it began a long decline. Today less than 100 people live in Nicodemus. The National Park Service, together with the residents of Nicodemus, preserve five historic buildings in the historic town.
Nicodemus National Historic Site "African Methodist Episcopal Church The A.M.E. Church (African Methodist Episcopal) was built in 1885 of limestone and was later finished with stucco in the 1940's. This church was one of the three churches which provided the place of worship to the many residents of Nicodemus. It was closed for religious services in the 19-0's*." (Text from sign in front of the building.) *Date unreadable on sign. The town of Nicodemus, Kansas was founded in 1877 by black settlers fleeing the Jim Crow Laws of the Deep South. The town prospered for awhile, however when the railroad bypassed the town it began a long decline. Today less than 100 people live in Nicodemus. The National Park Service, together with the residents of Nicodemus, preserve five historic buildings in the historic town.
Nicodemus National Historic Site The town of Nicodemus, Kansas was founded in 1877 by black settlers fleeing the Jim Crow Laws of the Deep South. The town prospered for awhile, however when the railroad bypassed the town it began a long decline. Today less than 100 people live in Nicodemus. The National Park Service, together with the residents of Nicodemus, preserve five historic buildings in the historic town.
Nicodemus National Historic Site The town of Nicodemus, Kansas was founded in 1877 by black settlers fleeing the Jim Crow Laws of the Deep South. The town prospered for awhile, however when the railroad bypassed the town it began a long decline. Today less than 100 people live in Nicodemus. The National Park Service, together with the residents of Nicodemus, preserve five historic buildings in the historic town.

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ROOKS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, FRANK WALKER MUSEUM
921 N CEDAR ST
STOCKTON
KS
67669

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MID # 8402000026
Name ROOKS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, FRANK WALKER MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 39.446601, -99.275104
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 163
US Census Tract: 974600
US Census Block: 2013