LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

LINCOLN, KS

Thro' the magnifying glass Something a bit different from the Sean T. O'Ceallaigh Collection to start this week. A headstone in the name of Dillon which looks dark and dreary but thanks to the benefits of "Supermegazoomability" we can read things a bit better than the late Uachtaráin. The title says "If you look thro' a magnifying glass you can see plainly the inscription "Gondeunad [?] Dia trócaireona" but you can make your own mind up on that! Where is it and why would the Dillon family be of interest to the late President? <b>Sounding the Location Identified Klaxon. This photograph brings us to Kansas in the USA.</b> Photographer: <b>Unknown</b> Collection: <b><a href="https://catalogue.nli.ie/Collection/vtls000751702" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Sean T O'Kelly Photographic Collection</a></b> Date: 1932 Jul. 21 NLI Ref.: <b><a href="https://catalogue.nli.ie/Record/vtls000851813" rel="noreferrer nofollow">NPA OKE/37</a></b> You can also view this image, and many thousands of others, on the NLI’s catalogue at <a href="http://catalogue.nli.ie" rel="noreferrer nofollow">catalogue.nli.ie</a>
Thro' the magnifying glass Credit: National Library of Ireland on The Commons

The Lincoln County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Lincoln, Kansas. The society is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Lincoln County and the surrounding area. The organization was founded in 1965 by a group of local residents who were interested in preserving the rich history of the region.

The society operates a museum that showcases artifacts and exhibits related to the history of Lincoln County. The museum is housed in a historic building that was once a hotel and saloon. Visitors can view displays on Native American history, pioneer life, and the development of the county's towns and industries.

In addition to the museum, the Lincoln County Historical Society hosts a variety of events and programs throughout the year. These include lectures, tours, and special exhibitions. The organization also maintains a research library that contains a wealth of historical documents, photographs, and other materials.

The Lincoln County Historical Society is staffed by volunteers who are dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the region. The society relies on donations and grants to fund its programs and operations. The organization welcomes visitors and researchers who are interested in learning more about the history of Lincoln County and the surrounding area.

LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LINCOLN KS. US MID #8402000429

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 33,687 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Thro' the magnifying glass Something a bit different from the Sean T. O'Ceallaigh Collection to start this week. A headstone in the name of Dillon which looks dark and dreary but thanks to the benefits of "Supermegazoomability" we can read things a bit better than the late Uachtaráin. The title says "If you look thro' a magnifying glass you can see plainly the inscription "Gondeunad [?] Dia trócaireona" but you can make your own mind up on that! Where is it and why would the Dillon family be of interest to the late President? <b>Sounding the Location Identified Klaxon. This photograph brings us to Kansas in the USA.</b> Photographer: <b>Unknown</b> Collection: <b><a href="https://catalogue.nli.ie/Collection/vtls000751702" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Sean T O'Kelly Photographic Collection</a></b> Date: 1932 Jul. 21 NLI Ref.: <b><a href="https://catalogue.nli.ie/Record/vtls000851813" rel="noreferrer nofollow">NPA OKE/37</a></b> You can also view this image, and many thousands of others, on the NLI’s catalogue at <a href="http://catalogue.nli.ie" rel="noreferrer nofollow">catalogue.nli.ie</a>
Somewhere in Kansas Ellsworth County, KS. August 8, 2020. Shot on a Nikon F6 and Kodak Portra 400. Developed and scanned by <a href="https://thedarkroom.com/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">The Darkroom</a>.
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Contact LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 85
LINCOLN
KS
67455-0085

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LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8402000429
Name LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 481154294
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 33,687
REVENUE 33,687
LAT/LONG 39.044642, -98.143456
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 105
US Census Tract: 086100
US Census Block: 2037