Cowley County Historical Society Museum Events

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All events are at the CCHSM museum, 1011 Mansfield, Winfield unless otherwise indicated.

Be sure to check the website and Facebook frequently for updates, changes, and program information.

Ticket information for some events will also be available.

(Many events still in planning stages are not on the calendar.)

2026 CCHSM Calendar for $10 (plus $3 S&H)

2024 CCHSM Wooden Ornament for $10 (plus $3 S&H)
Includes Ribbon and Small Gift Box

All events are at the CCHSM museum, 1011 Mansfield, Winfield unless otherwise indicated. Be sure to check the website and Facebook frequently for updates, changes, and program information. Ticket information for some events will also be available. (Many events still in planning stages are not on the calendar.)

TENTATIVE CALENDAR of CCHSM events Nov through Dec 2026 and Jan 1, 2027 through Dec 31, 2027—Special events are in bold print. Watch for changes and additions throughout the year.

NOVEMBER 2026

Thursday, November 5, 6:00 Baden Square Member/Volunteer appreciation event. Watch for your invitation in the mail and then RSVP by Oct 28. This is a chance to recognize and thank all the members and volunteers for their support throughout the year.
Monday, November 16, 4:30 CCHSM Museum Friends “The Homefront—WWII—JoAnn Parsons
Thursday, November 18, 7:00 “Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM
Monday, November 23, “Fun Hub—Schools Out” 12:00-1:00 (Partnering with Library, Art Center, 4-H, Marquee, Rec Center to provide a fun day for elementary students when they are out of school)

DECEMBER 2026

Sunday Dec 13, 2:00-5:00 “Holiday Historic Winfield Church Tour” Final event celebrating America 250. A come and go tour of 6 Historic Churches in Winfield in their original locations before 1900 dressed in their finest for Christmas. Special church features and a history of each church will be shared on the tour. Watch for more information on Facebook and our website.
Current exhibit ”Celebrating Youth Programs of Cowley County Through the Years” closes December 31.

January 1, 2027—December 31, 2027

JANUARY 2027

Thursday, January 21, 7:00--"Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM
Saturday, January 30, 9:00 Baden Square--"Celebrate Cowley County History”

FEBRUARY 2027

Begin recording stories and collecting pictures of Cowley County century and century plus farms and ranches-Feb-August (Partnering with Winfield Public Library)
February 15--New annual exhibit opens “Celebrating Agriculture in Cowley County”
Monday, February 16, 4:30 CCHSM Museum Friends Program: “Niche Agriculture and Agritourism”
Thursday, February 18, 7:00--“Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM

MARCH 2027

Saturday, March 13, VICTORIAN TEA—adults only 10:00 OR 1:00 Watch for ticket information
Monday, March 16, 4:30 CCHSM Museum Friends Program: “Century and Sesquicentennial Cowley County Farms/Ranches”
Thursday, March 18, 7:00 “Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM

APRIL 2027

Monday, April 19, 4:30 CCHSM Museum Friends Program: “Magnolia Ranch”—Bill Mueller
Thursday, April 21, 7:00 “Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM
Watch for more information about a possible Magnolia Ranch tour at the end of April.

MAY 2027

Monday, May 17, 4:30 CCHSM Museum Friends Program: “Agribusiness—Rodeo Meat and so much more” Kent Miller
Thursday, May 20, 7:00 “Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM

JUNE 2027

June 1 through Oct 27—“Southern Flint Hills Showcase” (partnering with WPL and 5 other organizations. Many events being planned with that. Watch for more information and the event website!
Saturday, June 6, FAIRYTALE TEA—10:00 or 1:00 Grandmothers, Mothers, Children treated to a 3 course Victorian Tea Party. Watch for ticket information
Thursday, June 19, 7:00 “Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM
Southern Flint Hills car cruise through Eastern Cowley County being planned in early June. Watch for date

JULY 2027

Several events in the planning stage.

AUGUST 2027

Thursday August 21, 7:00 “Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM
Sunday, August 29, 5:00-7:00 3rd annual “Pickin’, Pork, and Pie at the Pub” at Ladybird Brewery, Watch for ticket information

SEPTEMBER 2027

SEPTEMBER 20-24 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE BEGINS! WATCH FOR MEMBERSHIP PACKETS TO ARRIVE IN THE MAIL
Monday, September 20, 4:30 CCHSM Museum Friends Program: “Agriculture in the Schools”
Thursday, September 15, 7;00 “Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM

OCTOBER 2027

Monday, October 19, 4:30 CCHSM Museum Friends “Farming and Ranching Methods—Changing with the Times”
Thursday, October 16, 7:00 “Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM
Saturday, October 23—“Southern Flint Hills Festival” Island Park CCHSM will host the Farmyard Olympics piece Watch for time and more information

NOVEMBER 2027

Thursday, Nov 4, Baden Square Member and Volunteer Appreciation Dinner (by invitation only—watch for details)
Monday, November 15 4:30 CCHSM Museum Friends, Program: “Walnut Valley Fruit Co, Seymour Packing, and Winfield Nurseries”
Thursday, November 18 7:00 “Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War” camp mtg at CCHSM

DECEMBER 2027

Saturday, December 11, CCHSM “A Vintage Christmas” Hands on fun activities/crafts for the whole family. FREE EVENT! (Watch for details)
December 31—Current main room exhibit “Celebrating Agriculture in Cowley County” closes

Videos of past programs.

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If you have a Dillons rewards card, log into the Dillons Food Stores account, search for Cowley County Historical Society Museum either by name or LM545 and then click Enroll.

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