Franklin County Records and Research Center - Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area

The Franklin County Records and Research Center is the Historical Society’s archives facility. Paper and textile artifacts are stored here, and visitors are welcome to research family history in Franklin County, and small town life in the area.

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Hours

Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., and by appointment.

Contact Information

1124 W 7th Street Terrace
Ottawa, KS 66067
Phone: 785-242-1232
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AC / Heating
Group Meeting Room
Parking
Restrooms
Research Library
Staffed
Wheel Chair Accessible

Appointments aren’t required, but an advance call will help the staff determine what materials you will need and get them pulled for viewing.

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Upcoming Events

Friday, September 20, 2019

Two Exhibits: Out of the Toy Box; & Photographs by Maude Frink

Out of the Toy Box: Franklin County at Play features more than 150 years of toys played with by Franklin County children. Photographer Spotlight: Maude Frink. Maude was... details>>

Saturday, September 21, 2019

Two Exhibits: Out of the Toy Box; & Photographs by Maude Frink

Out of the Toy Box: Franklin County at Play features more than 150 years of toys played with by Franklin County children. Photographer Spotlight: Maude Frink. Maude was... details>>

Sunday, September 22, 2019

Two Exhibits: Out of the Toy Box; & Photographs by Maude Frink

Out of the Toy Box: Franklin County at Play features more than 150 years of toys played with by Franklin County children. Photographer Spotlight: Maude Frink. Maude was... details>>

Monday, September 23, 2019

Two Exhibits: Out of the Toy Box; & Photographs by Maude Frink

Out of the Toy Box: Franklin County at Play features more than 150 years of toys played with by Franklin County children. Photographer Spotlight: Maude Frink. Maude was... details>>

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Two Exhibits: Out of the Toy Box; & Photographs by Maude Frink

Out of the Toy Box: Franklin County at Play features more than 150 years of toys played with by Franklin County children. Photographer Spotlight: Maude Frink. Maude was... details>>

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