FLORENCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

FLORENCE, KS

The Florence Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Florence, Kansas, dedicated to preserving and promoting the town's rich history. Founded in 1977, the society has been an integral part of preserving Florence's past for over 40 years.

The society maintains a museum located in the historic 1887 Santa Fe Depot, which serves as a hub for the town's history. The museum houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that showcase the town's growth and development over time. Exhibits cover a range of topics, including the Santa Fe Trail, the town's early settlers, and the area's once-thriving oil industry.

The Florence Historical Society also hosts regular events and programs for the community, such as historical presentations, walking tours, and educational programs for local schools. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter, The Florence Flashback, which provides updates on the society's activities and highlights different aspects of Florence's history.

Through its efforts, the Florence Historical Society has helped to create a greater understanding and appreciation for the town's rich history and has ensured that future generations will have access to this important cultural heritage.

FLORENCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FLORENCE KS. US MID #8402000148

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).

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FLORENCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 143
FLORENCE
KS
66851

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