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Republic County Historical Society, Belleville, KS

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Republic County Historical Society

Local history museum in Belleville, Kansas, preserving the stories of Republic County towns and families.

Belleville, KS

About Republic County Historical Society

The society runs a museum in Belleville, Kansas, that records and preserves the history of Republic County and its communities, including several towns that have faded over time. Visitors can research ancestors, use family genealogy holdings, and see rotating and local displays, including a Smithsonian exhibit in a newer addition. Tours can be arranged outside regular weekday hours, and the society holds monthly meetings open to members and visitors.

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  • #genealogy
  • #Republic County
  • #Belleville
  • #Kansas

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