Jackson County, (Holton), Kansas.
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 "Preserving the past . . . to serve the future" |
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Memorial
Our organization is supported by wonderful volunteers who keep our
society active in our community. We also maintain two museum buildings.
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 The Museum at 327 New York Avenue (the southwest corner of Fourth Street and New York Avenue) was opened in 1984. The artifacts on display all relate to people or history from Jackson County. May through October. Friday's 10am-4pm. Open by appointment only November 1 through March 31. E-mail us at: jacohistsoc@gmail.com Museum Phone: 785-364-2087. Also by appointment - call: 785-364-4991 Link to Museum page |
The Roebke Memorial Museum at 216 New York Avenue
was given to the society in 1987 in memory of Louis and Kate Roebke and family.
The exhibits in the restored house include an extensive collection of fine
Victorian era clothing, a children's room, a lace room and several other rooms.
The Roebke Memorial Museum is open during special
weekend activities and by appointment.
For information phone 785-364-4991.
Link to Roebke Memorial page
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Circleville, Delia, Denison, Holton, Hoyt, Larkinburg, Mayetta, Netawaka, Soldier, Whiting |
Adrian, Avoca, Banner, Birmingham, Bucks Grove, Carbon
Carl, Cope, Elk City, James Crossing, Larkin, Lawndale
Nadeau, New Brighton, New Eureka, North Cedar, Ontario, Smithland
South Cedar, Straight Creek Station, Sullivan, Tippenville
(The following link shows a map of Jackson County in1878)
http://skyways.lib.ks.us/genweb/archives/1878/images/jackson.jpg
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For more information on the current Holton or
Jackson County area check out these links:Holton/Jackson County general
information: holtonks.net |
Jackson County Historical Society
216 New York Avenue
Holton, KS 66436
Non-profit 501(C)(3)
e-mail:jacohistsoc@gmail.com
Museum Phone: 785-364-2087 or Phone: 785-364-4991
OUR SOCIETY IS A TAX EXEMPT ORGANIZATION, SECTION 501 (C) (3) OF THE
INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE.
ORIGINAL WEB SITE CREATED BY NEVA FRALEY
Maintained periodically by volunteers