They Also Ran Gallery
Presidential Candidates Who Were Defeated...But Not Forgotten
They Also Ran Gallery
WHO
The Gallery is the creation of the late banker, W.W. Rouse. He was inspired by the book, They Also Ran, by Irving Stone, and started collecting portraits of the unsuccessful candidates from the Library of Congress.
WHAT & WHY
This "ONE OF A KIND" gallery currently has 63 images of men and women who almost achieved the highest honor of President of the United States of America. Mr. Rouse wanted Norton to have a special Tourism Feature and this collection has attracted attention far and wide.
WHEN
Stop by First State Bank during business hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
Inform yourself about what we are by looking at the Gallery of Almosts.
WHERE
This showcase is inside First State Bank of Norton on the 2nd floor or Mezzanine. The Physical address is 105 W. Main St, Norton, KS 67654.
