Historical Society
Executive Director Heather Hagedorn said this week that the Geary County Historical Society received a bit of a financial blow regarding decisions made about their 2026 funding by community leaders. They are grateful that city leaders stepped up and will be assisting the Historical Society with $10,000 next year, but there is still a $15,000 deficit for the 2026 fiscal year.
Hagedorn said that this is not insurmountable, but it is concerning. There are a few things you can do to help.
--1. Consider renewing your Friends of the Historical Society membership for 2026, and—if your financial position allows—consider moving up a tier. You can do this by going online at www.gearyhistory.org/memberships
--2. DONATE ON MATCH DAY ( Oct. 21 ) Each year on Match Day, your donations are matched by local foundations. You can donate in person at the Municipal Auditorium, online at www.gearymatchday.com or by mail.
--3. Donate to the GCHS Endowment Fund! They are a separate organization with a goal to fund the Historical Society in entirety and in perpetuity, but they are not there yet.