NEMAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

SENECA, KS

Sabetha Coop Elevator Sabetha Coop Elevator, on Grant St., Sabetha KS.
Sabetha Coop Elevator Credit: kewing

The Nemaha County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Seneca, Kansas that is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Nemaha County. The society was established in 1965 and is operated by a board of directors and a team of volunteers.

The society maintains a museum that houses a collection of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the county's rich history. The museum features displays on local agriculture, military history, and industry. A popular exhibit is the "Old Jail" exhibit, which includes an authentic jail cell and displays on the county's law enforcement history.

The society also hosts events and programs throughout the year, including historical presentations, guest speakers, and educational workshops. The society's annual "Pioneer Days" event is a popular community event that features living history demonstrations, reenactments, and a parade.

In addition to its museum and events, the society maintains a research library that is open to the public. The library contains a collection of historical documents, photographs, and genealogical resources that are available for research purposes.

Overall, the Nemaha County Historical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and heritage of Nemaha County. Its efforts to preserve and promote the county's history have helped to enrich the community and ensure that future generations can learn from and appreciate the county's past.

NEMAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SENECA KS. US MID #8402000299

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).

Sabetha Coop Elevator Sabetha Coop Elevator, on Grant St., Sabetha KS.
Capioma Township Looking east on 136th Road, Capioma Township, Nemaha County, Kansas. William Ewing homesteaded 160 acres in Block 10 (on R) starting in the 1870s; Melvin H. Ewing was born and raised on the farm.
William Ewing Homestead William Ewing Homestead, 136th Road, Capioma Township, Nemaha County, Kansas. Melvin H. Ewing was born and raised here; it is the location of many events mentioned in his autobiography.
House in Seneca House at corner of 6th and Castle, Seneca KS.
Seneca Theater Seneca Theater, Main Street, Seneca KS.
5¢ Cigar Advertising for Cremo 5¢ cigars, 316 Main St., Seneca KS
Seneca Theater Seneca Theater, Main Street, Seneca KS. Site was the location of an opera house built in 1885 (one of two in Seneca at the time).
First National Bank of Seneca First National Bank of Seneca (1889), 431 Main Street, Seneca KS.
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House on N. 6th Street House on N. 6th Street, Sabetha, Kansas. Melvin and Leah Ewing lived in this house until 1942, when they moved to Los Angeles CA; their son MK Ewing grew up in this house.
William Ewing Homestead William Ewing Homestead, 136th Road, Capioma Township, Nemaha County, Kansas -- as seen from V Road. Melvin H. Ewing was born and raised here; it is the location of many events mentioned in his autobiography.
Cremo advertising Advertising for Cremo 5¢ cigars, 316 Main St., Seneca KS

Contact NEMAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

NEMAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
113 N 6TH ST
SENECA
KS
66538

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MID # 8402000299
Name NEMAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Alternate Name NEMAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 480871820
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201306
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 39.836011, -96.063688
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 131
US Census Tract: 480200
US Census Block: 2167