Ferry County Historical Society
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The written history of Ferry County, though relatively short, has been eventful. The area now comprising the county was first mentioned in written records by David Thompson, explorer, surveyor, and fur trader, in an account of his trip down the Columbia River in 1811. Thompson stopped at a major salmon fishing site…
The Museum
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend Hours:
The museum is open Friday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Ferry County Historical Museum is located across from Patterson Park. The Kauffman Cabin and JW and Elizabeth Slagle House are open for viewing in the summer months. Admission is free. Donations gladly accepted.
The Historical Center
Come and visit our small self-touring museum which is located at 15-2 N. Kean Street in Republic (across from the city park). Featured are mining and geology displays, a Native American exhibit and an array of interesting photographs relating to the turn of the century local businesses and activities.
Timber
A rich natural resource vital to our area
Agriculture & Ranching
Excellent soils and open range
Fred Whittaker Residence, Built 1911 (Current Home of the Ferry County Historical Society)
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We are located across from the city park.
15-2 N. Kean Street
P.O. Box 287
Republic, WA 99166
Museum Hours
Memorial Day - Labor Day weekends:
Museum
Friday - Monday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Slagle House
2024 Tours
June 8 & 22; July 13 & 27; August 10 & 24
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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