chase county historical society museum

A combination of a tribute to Will Rodgers (whose only connection to the town is the fact that he died in a plane crash near here) and a collection of memorabilia from an rural and agricultural way of life now consigned to history. If you travel to get a sense of places, people and times that are different than our own...... then spend an hour here. The staff by the way are very helpful. While you are here check out the court house up the street. You can't (and shouldn't) miss it.There's no admission charge ..... but your conscience will haunt you if you don't leave a donation.

This is a great museum. Many, many, interesting artifacts (some of which I have never seen at other museums) from the pioneer days are on display. To me the highlight was the country records room, where they have books and ledgers of the town government. One can pick up the books and peruse them at will! It was fascinating to look at the jail records of who was arrested and for what reason (drunkenness was a top problem back then!).They have one room dedicated to Knute Rockne, who died in a plane crash near Cottonwood Falls. The caretakers of the place are friendly and will happily answer any questions. There is no admission charge but donations are welcomed.

The CCHSM is a treasure trove, especially for geneology enthusiasts! The director is really helpful and is a lifelong local resident. Many fabulous artifacts from the past grace the Museum, both inside and out. They have enlarged it over the years to add new "old" things. It is well worth the stop in.

The Chase County Historical Museum & Library was established in 1976. The building itself was built in 1882 and housed the Chase County National Bank until it closed its doors in 1928. Other businesses, i.e. insurance, lawyers, doctors, dentists, were located here from the time the bank closed its doors until the Historical Society purchased the building.This is an EXCELLENT museum nestled in the Flint Hills, in Cottonwood Falls, Chase County, Kansas. It is very limited on space but displays the exhibits in a very fine order so that the visitors may experience the past in a wonderful setting.Come see it for yourself and learn great history!