Okanogan County Historical Society

The Okanogan County Historical Society (OCHS) was formed in 1963 to preserve and disseminate the colorful heritage of Okanogan County in North Central Washington State. 

The Society's headquarters are in the Wilson Historical Research Center adjacent to the Okanogan County Historical Museum.  This building also houses the Okanogan County Genealogical Society.

Okanogan County Historical Museum, Wilson Historical Research Center and Fire Hall Museum in Okanogan, WA.

Interested in becoming a member?

Call 509-422-4272

or

 email us for more details.

OCHS Resources

•"Okanogan County Heritage"

•Frank Matsura Photo                 collection

•Ladd Photo collection

•20,000 plus historic photos

•Recorded and archived            pioneer interviews

•Book collection on local and   state history

•Newspapers on microfilm         and in bound volumes

•Variety of maps

•Traveling displays

•Educational materials

•Okanogan County                     Genealogical resources 

•23 Historic sign throughout the county

•Guided history tours for             members and guests

Associated Museums

(All museums open on Memorial Day)

•Conconully Museum (open 10-5, Saturday and Sunday)

•Okanogan County Historical     Museum and Fire Hall (open 10-4,  7 days/week)

•Molson Museum and Old             Molson Site (open 10-5, 7 days/week)

•Shafer Museum (open 10-5, 7 days/week)

Other Museums

Oroville Old Depot Museum (open 10am-4pm, Mon -Sat)

We have a great variety of books and publications available at the Wilson Historical Research Center, that tell the tales of Okanogan County and its pioneers.  Come in and browse.