The Oswego Historical Society, Inc., is a not-for-profit Kansas corporation that was organized after the City of Oswego centennial celebration in 1967, to care for historical artifacts, to maintain documents and other resources of value to historians and genealogical researchers, to maintain certain historic sites in the community, and to provide educational services for the public.

The Society receives part of its financial support from local government through the Labette County Historical Society, part from an endowment from the Wayne O'Connell estate, and much of its support from individual contributions from private citizens.

The Society is governed by a Board of Directors, normally elected each Spring at the annual membership meeting.

Do your part to shape Oswego's future by helping us to shed light on her past. Become a member and participate!

Membership is open to all current and former residents of Oswego and vicinity, and anyone with an interest in exploring Oswego's history. Download and print the Membership Application form...fill it out and return it by mail with a check for your dues.

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