July Program at the Library

The Best Genealogy Place in Riley County

We have a wealth of information about Riley County, the surrounding counties, and the families who settled here.

We are open:

Tuesday & Thursday 10 AM - 4 PM

Wednesday & Saturday 1-4 PM

(Call if you'll be in town when we're not usually open and we'll be

happy to try to find a volunteer to meet with you.)

2005 Claflin Road, Manhattan, KS 66502

(785) 565-6495

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK

https://www.facebook.com/RileyCountyGenealogicalSociety

How do I register for a table?

Simply download the registration form below either for your organization and/or your personal exhibit.
Complete and return form to Charlene Brownson at cmb@ksu.edu by July 26, 2025.

Return the completed form as early as possible to guarantee your spot (space is limited)!

(A confirmation email will be sent to the registered participant prior to the event.)

Sunday, June 15

Thru August 15, Walking Through History on the Linear Trail

In honor of the new trail markers, the Chapman Center and the Riley County Genealogical Society are hosting a fun activity for anyone who wants to participate. Anyone who reads and/or takes pictures with two or more trail markers can come to the Chapman Center for some cool reproduction toys or ...

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Friday, July 18

July Roundtable

Join us for an open ended discussion of all things related to Family History.

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Sunday, July 27

Lifeline of Northeast Kansas: The Military Road from Fort Leavenworth to Fort Riley

The military road between Forts Riley and Leavenworth was a major thoroughfare for both people and supplies in the early 19th century. Steven Walsh, a history study at K-State, will present both the history of the military road and describe conservation efforts.

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Saturday, August 16

Genealogy & History Fair

Save the Date - Reserve a Table!

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