THE LABETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CHETOPA, KS

Allen's Conoco - Route 66 - Commerce, OK Allen's Conoco Fillin' Station in Commerce was built ca. 1930 by F.D. Mitchell as a place for travelers to stop along the newly paved Route 66. While it served Conoco fuel gas for the first few years, it became a Phillips 66 Gas Station in 1938. It is rumored that Bonnie & Clyde may have stopped for gas here.

Since the green cottage style gas station is built against a red brick wall, it's also known as the "Hole in the Wall Conoco Station."  It was closed for many years but was purchased and refurbished as a beloved photo op known for its vibrant green paint with red trim.

As a personal note, this is my last Oklahoma or Route 66 photo I'll be uploading for a while.  I guess that just means I have to get back out there.
Allen's Conoco - Route 66 - Commerce, OK Credit: SeeMidTN.com (aka Brent)

The Labette County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Chetopa, Kansas. The society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Labette County and the surrounding area. The society operates a museum that features exhibits on the history of the county, including artifacts and photographs from the early settlers and Native American tribes that once inhabited the region.

The museum also has a research library that contains books, newspapers, and other documents related to the history of Labette County. The historical society also maintains several historic buildings in the area, including the Chetopa Depot and the Oswego Jail.

The society hosts a variety of events and programs throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and special exhibits. The society also offers educational programs for local schools and community groups. The Labette County Historical Society is run by a board of directors and is supported by membership dues, donations, and grants.

Overall, the Labette County Historical Society plays an important role in preserving the rich history of the area and educating the public about the heritage of Labette County.

THE LABETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CHETOPA KS. US MID #8402000357

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).

Contact THE LABETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

THE LABETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
419 MAPLE STREET
CHETOPA
KS
67336

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THE LABETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8402000357
Name THE LABETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 481028478
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 37.036903, -95.088035
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 099
US Census Tract: 950800
US Census Block: 1127