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The Florence Historical Society was established as a non-profit
organization and incorporated on June 25, 1969. Its purpose
is to gather and preserve items of historical value relating
to Florence, Kansas.
The Society meets once a month on the second Tuesday of the
month at 9 a.m. The Florence Historical Society operates the Harvey House
Museum, and maintains collections of papers, documents, photographs,
and objects from Florence's past.
If you would like to contribute items to the museum, arrange
a tour or dinner, or are interested in becoming a member, please
email hhouse@florenceks.com.
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After a long-awaited reprinting
of “Century of Pride,” copies of this treasure are
available for purchase! In 1972, the year of the Florence Centennial
celebration, this book was compiled from all the available facts,
memories and anecdotes, and those passed down through generations
of the families who originally settled in the area during the
early years. Starting with the first covered wagon to pitch
their campsite on the dirt among the Native Americans, on up
through to the 70’s, this is a highly interesting book
full of Florence history! Including the shipping, they are available
for $15 apiece.
For information how to order, please EMAIL hhouse@florenceks.com! |
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“Feasting on Asphalt,” a series with Alton Brown
on FoodTV, visited Florence the weekend of the Spring Fling
in 2006 and filmed at the Chuckwagon, the Legion, at the gym
with the games and cake auction, and then also featured a dinner
at the Harvey House Museum.
For details of Episode 3, “High Plains Feaster,”
go to: http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/show_ab |
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For further information about the Harvey Houses, visit
this website:
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