Fossil Museum

Fossil Museum "A Glimpse at Wheeler County's Colorful Past"

Henry Wheeler was a prominent figure in the county.
He started the first stage line between The Dalles and Canyon City. Wheeler County is named in his honor.

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Click to the fascinating story of Kinzua

Fossil Chronology:

Fossil was incorporated in 1891

First Post Office was established in 1876

First Postmaster - Thomas Benton Hoover

County Seat established in 1900

First Mayor - Thomas Benton Hoover

First County Judge - W.W. Kennedy