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.
The Society is governed by an 18-member board of trustees elected at annual membership meetings. The trustees meet quarterly with all society members welcome to attend. In 1984 the Okanogan County Historical Society became the first to receive the Washington State Historical Society's coveted Robert Gray medal for "distinguished contributions" to the preservation of local and state history.
The Okanogan County Genealogical Society is housed in the Research Center along with the Historical Society. Their library collection offers a variety of local and national resources, as well as general reference materials to aid you in genealogy research.
OCHS Resources
• "Okanogan County Heritage", quarterly magazine • 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
From the Okanogan County Historical Society