DANE G HANSEN MEMORIAL MUSEUM

LOGAN, KS

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 Credit: Jasperdo

The Dane G Hansen Memorial Museum is a cultural and historical museum located in Logan, Kansas. It was established in 1990 to celebrate the life of Dane G Hansen and his contributions to the community. The museum is situated in a beautiful 1908 building that was once a bank, and has been carefully restored and renovated to preserve its historical charm.

The museum houses a collection of over 8,000 artifacts that represent the history of the region, including Native American artifacts, fossils, and geological specimens. It also features exhibits on early pioneer life, the local agriculture industry, and the history of the military in the area.

One of the highlights of the museum is the Hansen Collection, which includes a wide range of art and sculpture, including works by famous artists such as Rembrandt and Salvador Dali. The museum also features a research library and archives, which contain a wealth of information about the history of the region.

In addition to its permanent exhibits, the museum hosts a variety of educational programs, events, and temporary exhibits throughout the year. The Dane G Hansen Memorial Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the rich history and culture of Logan, Kansas.

DANE G HANSEN MEMORIAL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LOGAN KS. US MID #8402000175

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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 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 "District No.1 Nicodemus School District No. 1 Nicodemus School, the first school established in Graham County, is a one-story, wood sided structure with a hipped roof. It was built in 1918 on the same site as the original school, (built around 1887) which burned. The school closed in the late fifties and children in Nicodemus now commute to Bogue." (Text from sign in front of building.) 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 "District No.1 Nicodemus School District No. 1 Nicodemus School, the first school established in Graham County, is a one-story, wood sided structure with a hipped roof. It was built in 1918 on the same site as the original school, (built around 1887) which burned. The school closed in the late fifties and children in Nicodemus now commute to Bogue." (Text from sign in front of building.) 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.
[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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DANE G HANSEN MEMORIAL MUSEUM ASSOCIATION INC
110 W MAIN
LOGAN
KS
67646

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MID # 8402000175
Name DANE G HANSEN MEMORIAL MUSEUM ASSOCIATION INC
Alternate Name DANE G HANSEN MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237429557
NTEECC
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INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 39.661669, -99.567934
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 147
US Census Tract: 475200
US Census Block: 2199