NICODEMUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY

NICODEMUS, 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 Nicodemus Historical Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the African American community in Nicodemus, Kansas. Founded in 1981, the organization has worked to collect, preserve, and share the stories of the people who settled in this unique town.

Nicodemus is the only remaining western town established by African Americans after the Civil War. In 1877, a group of former slaves from Kentucky created the town and established it as a refuge for African Americans looking for a place to start over.

The Nicodemus Historical Society is committed to preserving the legacy of the town's founders, as well as its long history of activism, entrepreneurship, and self-determination. Their mission is to create an archive of African American history, culture, and experiences in Nicodemus, and to provide educational opportunities for the community.

The organization hosts several events throughout the year, such as the Annual Homecoming Reunion, Summer Youth Day Camp, and the African American History Symposium. Additionally, they offer a variety of educational programs and activities, such as lectures, films, and walking tours of the town.

The Nicodemus Historical Society is a valuable resource for the community and a great way to learn more about the history and culture of African Americans in Nicodemus.

NICODEMUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NICODEMUS KS. US MID #8402000569

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).

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 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.
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NICODEMUS
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MID # 8402000569
Name NICODEMUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name NICODEMUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 931012167
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 39.392021, -99.616622
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 065
US Census Tract: 952100
US Census Block: 1266