About Us
Moundridge Historical Association began in 1988 as a voluntary 501 (c)(3) not for profit organization.
Our mission: To preserve the history of the Moundridge community by preserving the collections in the Cole House Museum, the Agriculture Museum, the Depot Museum and other historical locations in the city, by sharing information, partnering with schools and other local organizations, and participating with tourism activities in the area.
Our board of directors meets monthly . Quarterly meetings and newsletters keep members informed about our activities. Everyone interested in sharing our goals is invited to become a member. Support comes in many ways - financial, volunteering time, and donating items to be preserved. The exhibits and artifacts on display throughout our museums have been brought together because of our appreciation of our past and the desire to share them with future generations. We invite you to join us in our efforts.
Our annual dues structure is:
Pioneer Individual - $15 2 + family $30
Settler Individual - $30 2 + family $60
Homesteader Individual - $60 2 + family $120
Heritage Individual - $120 2 + family $240
All membership and donations are tax deductible.
Our museums are open by appointment by calling 620 345-8287.
Cole House Museum
Fundraisers
To enable our organization to continue the work, we have several on-going fundraisers.
We have Bricks for sale that are building the sidewalk going to
the Cole House Museum. They can be engraved with a loved one's
name or commemorative information. There is space for three lines
with 15 charcters per line. The price is $30 per brick.
The Century One Book, showcasing Moundridge's first 100
years. The soft cover book sells for $30. It was written in 1987
and has over 500 photographs depicting our history . It is
available at the Library and the Wood 'N Thread Store.
Video of the Cole House Museum is available showing the
museum, History of Moundridge' and of the Thornton and Drusilla
Cole Family. Cost of the video is $30 and is available through the
museum.
A CD showcasing 100 Historical Photographs including early
people, schools, work, play and businesses is available at a cost of
$30.
Questions concerning any of these items can be answered by
calling 620 345-8287.
2012 Board of Officers and Directors
2012 Officers
Rosemary Fisher President
Leon Guhr Treasurer/Secretary
2012 Directors
Stan Koehn
Robert Stucky
Glenda Krehbiel
Jeanne Strausz
Sue Hetzke
Ranita Kaufman
Jerroll Goebel
Gib Burgan
Elections are held annually and terms are staggered
so that 2 to 4 members are elected each year.