Okanogan County Historical Museum - Okanogan, WA
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N 48° 22.444 W 119° 34.137
11U E 309765 N 5361065
The major museum in Okanogan County, this museum is located alongside the headquarters of the Okanogan County Historical Society.
Waymark Code: WM102E5
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 02/11/2019
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Where's George
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The Okanogan County Historical Society, which oversees and operates the museum, was formed in 1963, its mandate being to preserve and display the cultural heritage of Okanogan County. The museum consists of two separate and adjacent museums, the Okanogan County Historical Museum and the Okanogan Firemen's Museum, in a replica of the 1910 fire hall, situated immediately south of the Historical Society. Both are open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

Inside the main building the museum houses a large collection of historical artefacts, photos, documents, maps, books and newspapers which tell the story of Okanogan County and its towns and villages. There are also traveling displays which circulate among associated museums in the vicinity. In the Wilson Historical Research Center adjacent to the museum is a wealth of historical and genealogical research material. Outside the building the museum has created an historic village, a collection of both original buildings and recreations. The outdoor area also contains a large collection of larger artefacts, farm implements and wagons.

Okanogan County Historical Society

The Okanogan County Historical Society (OCHS) was formed in 1963 to preserve and disseminate the colorful heritage of Okanogan County in North Central Washington State.

The Society's headquarters are in the Wilson Historical Research Center adjacent to the Okanogan County Historical Museum. This building also houses the Okanogan County Genealogical Society.

The Society is governed by an 18-member board of trustees elected at annual membership meetings. The trustees meet quarterly with all society members welcome to attend. In 1984 the Okanogan County Historical Society became the first to receive the Washington State Historical Society's coveted Robert Gray medal for "distinguished contributions" to the preservation of local and state history.

The Okanogan County Genealogical Society is housed in the Research Center along with the Historical Society. Their library collection offers a variety of local and national resources, as well as general reference materials to aid you in genealogy research.

OCHS Resources
• "Okanogan County Heritage", quarterly magazine • Frank Matsura Photo collection
• Ladd Photo collection • 20,000 plus historic photos
• Recorded and archived pioneer interviews • Book collection on local and state history
• Newspapers on microfilm and in bound volumes • Variety of maps • Traveling displays
• Educational materials • Okanogan County Genealogical resources
• 23 Historic sign throughout the county • Guided history tours for members and guests
From the Okanogan County Historical Society
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Hours of Operation:
Open 10-4, 7 days a week, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day

Admission Prices:
Not posted, probably about $5 per person

Approximate amount of time needed to fully experience the attraction: Half of a day (2-5 hours)

Transportation options to the attraction: Personal Vehicle Only
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