The Wyandotte County Historical Museum is home to multiple exhibits, collections and travelling displays that showcase Wyandotte County’s history – from indigenous populations to the immigration of a myriad of cultures and ancestry.
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Equality House
A symbol of compassion, peace and positive changes. The Pride flag painted house serves as the resource center for all Planting Peace human rights initiatives and as a statement to equity for all.
Brown V. Board of Education National Historical Park
Ending legal segregation in public schools, Brown V. Board tells the story and fight for desegregation across the U.S. The location is pivotal in the Civil Rights Movement.
Kansas Museum of History
History from prehistoric to modern eras with 30,000 sq ft of exhibits. Named one of the “8 Wonders of Kansas History.” Home to Santa Fe’s oldest surviving locomotive.
Dream Theater
Check out the unique Dream Theater where locals have been volunteering to “Keep the Dream Alive” for over 60 years. Come see a 3-D movie, and enjoy the popcorn.
Butterfield Trail Museum
The Butterfield Trail Museum in Russell Springs preserves the rich history of Butterfield’s Overland Despatch stage line in the original Logan County Courthouse.
Kansas State University
The #1 choice of High School Students in the state of Kansas, Kansas State University is the state’s first established land-grant institution.
Territorial Capital Museum
On the grounds where the Kansas State Capitol was to be built stands Lane University, now a museum dedicated to the history of Lecompton.
Fort Leavenworth
Established in 1827, the third-oldest active military installation in the nation. Known as “The Fort that Opened the West”.
Richard Allen Cultural Center
The center is home to a distinguished Black Dignity Portrait Collection of photographs, General Colin Powell memorabilia, Underground Railroad and Buffalo Soldier artifacts.
Cradle of Basketball
No city can boast an array of basketball history like Lawrence – where the game came of age. That’s why we’re often called the “Cradle of Basketball.” View Dr. James Naismith’s Original Rules of “Basket Ball” at the DeBruce Center.
U. S. Cavalry Museum
Holds nearly 10,000 square feet of exhibit space to display the colorful history of the American mounted horse soldier from the Revolutionary War to 1950.
Geary County Historical Museum
Houses an extensive collection of vintage photographs, newspapers dating from the Civil War, and Geary County’s genealogical records.
“America’s First Patented Helicopter”/ High Plains Museum
Aviation history buffs will love this full-size working model of the helicopter at High Plains Museum, 1717 Cherry.
Historic Thomas County Courthouse
Built in 1907, Thomas County Courthouse is full of rich history. It was placed on the National Registry in 1976.
National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame
Take a journey 100 years long at National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame museum and complex chartered by Congress to honor the American farmer.
Seelye Mansion
Relish the luxury of this 11,000 sq. ft time capsule, an “8 Wonders of Kansas—Architecture” winner, with furnishings bought at the 1904 St. Louis Worlds’ Fair. It is also home to a wooden bowling alley that’s more than 120 years old!
Dickinson County Heritage Center
Discover the earliest days of telephone technology, marvel at massive cattle drives, and ride the 1901 C.W. Parker carousel - the oldest operational Parker carousel in existence!
Veterans Memorial
The bricks surrounding the Veterans’ Memorial list the name, service, date of service and conflict of individual veterans from Russell County.
Historic Fort Hays
Tour the site’s visitor center, as well as some of the original buildings of the U.S. Army fort established in 1865.
Veteran’s Tribute Park
The "Hands of Freedom" monument is the design of the architect, Maurice D. McMullen, for the Veteran's Tribute Park. A national tribute to all military veterans of the United States of America, living or deceased who served during war or peace, is located in Veterans...
Smoky Hill Museum
The Smoky Hill Museum explores history in unexpected ways, with interactive fun around every corner. It’s a big-city museum in a small package intentionally designed to make kids eager to stay longer, and adults want to come back for more.
HEYM – Oliver House
The Heym-Oliver House The locally cut-stone home was constructed in 1879 by John George Nicholas Heym. His family of nine lived in this tiny home. It had 11 owners and sold once for $1. The last owner, Mary Lynn Beach Oliver, of Wichita, Kansas, purchased the property...
Fossil Station Museum
The Fossil Station Museum, built in 1907, was originally the county jail, the sheriff's office and living quarters. Rooms display educational settings of artifacts used or created by Russell County residents from the mid-1800's to the present. Today it is the office...
Bleeding Kansas Series
In the annual “Bleeding Kansas Lecture Series” at Constitution Hall historians discuss the same issues that were debated inside the hall 160 years ago.
Riley County Historical Museum
The Museum is available to visit Tuesday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. FREE ADMISSION.
Kansas State University Gardens
The Kansas State University Gardens is an outdoor botanical oasis, displaying beautiful flowers all year long. Here you will find three specialty gardens and four plant collections. Take a stroll through the garden in the spring months to watch the start of blooming...
Historical Wayside Tour
The City of Leavenworth offers visitors a unique opportunity to learn about exciting people, places and events that contribute to Leavenworth's storied past. You can walk or drive this self-guided tour. Each wayside stop displays both a graphics and audio element that...
Self-Guided Cemetery Tour
Nothing gives better insight into a people’s history and culture than the way in which they memorialize the deceased. In recent years, efforts to find, restore, and tour historic cemeteries have grown in popularity across the United States as people seek greater...
Fort Hays State University
In Hays, Kansas, with just one visit, your family becomes an integral part of ours. We’re a close-knit community with a small-island feel and a place where people smile – genuinely and inclusively. While Fort Hays State University is a vital player in our community,...
United Telephone Building
United Telephone Building 1003 Main Ave. The historic two story, buff-brick structure is lavishly decorated with red, yellow, and blue terra cotta tiles inspired by Aztec art.
Downtown Bonner Springs
Visit our charming downtown shops and restaurants where you will enjoy unhurried shopping and friendly service. Fashionable boutiques offer clothing, accessories, home décor, vintage décor, collectibles, toys and more! Tiblow Days, our annual heritage festival is held...
Military History
The Combat Air Museum has served as an educational institution and tourism destination for forty seven years. It is one of a handful of major aviation museums in the United States located on an active air field. Visitors to our Museum are regularly treated to flying...
Crossroads to Freedom
Travel back in time and explore the rich history of Topeka. Explore the stories and the people who have made the city what it is today and how Topeka has repeatedly found itself at the crossroads to many types of freedoms...Topeka Blazing Trails since 1854.
Shawnee Town 1929
Step back in time and experience a typical day in and around the 1920’s farm community of Shawnee, through authentic collections, exhibits, programs and events.
Custer House
Constructed in 1855 of native limestone, the Custer House reflects Fort Riley's earliest history and authentically depicts military home life on the western frontier during the Indian Wars Period. It is largely unchanged from its original design and furnished with...
Lewis and Clark Park at Kaw Point
The Lewis and Clark Expedition arrived at Kaw Point, the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri rivers, on June 26, 1804. The park offers hiking and biking trails, boat ramp, fishing opportunities as well as an education pavilion.
Quindaro Ruins & Overlook
Peek into the past at the stone and brick foundations that still stand at the port of entry for free soil immigrants traveling into Kansas from the Missouri River. Quindaro served as an important station on the Underground Railroad. Stop by the Old Quindaro Museum and...
Trego County Historical Museum
The Trego County Historical Society Museum includes many different displays from our history dating back to the mid 1800s. Our collections include vintage clothing, medical, farming on the prairie, military, household goods, and local community histories. On our...
Historic Wilcox School
Who knew an old school building would have so much diverse history? Stop there along your trip of the Smoky Valley Scenic Byway & read about the eccentric history of this building on the informational panels in the windows.
University of Kansas
Explore the beautiful campus and visit these museums – KU Natural History Museum, Spencer Museum of Art, and the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics.
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum & Boyhood Home
Named #1 Kansas Attraction by USA Today, see the all-new exhibits complete with new technology and interactive components. Discover why Dwight Eisenhower became known as the Champion of Peace and learn about Mamie not only as First Lady, but as a friend. Come meet Ike...
Historic Churches Tour of Ellis County
For an inspiring and uplifting tour full of art and architecture, visit the Historic Churches of Ellis County.
Vintage Homes Tour
2nd Sunday of Dec. 913-682-7759
Prairie Museum of Art & History
The Prairie Museum of Art & History/Thomas County Historical Society serves the community of Thomas County and the greater NW Kansas area as an educational organization, promoting local history, hosting visitors, groups and organizations, while enhancing the...
Smoky Hill Trail or Butterfield Overland Despatch (BOD)
Following the Civil War immigrants went west in search of new homes or quick riches in the Colorado gold fields. Many traveled to Denver on the long-established Santa Fe Trail or the Platte River Road but many others chose to make the trip across Kansas on the shorter...
Yesteryear Museum
The Central Kansas Flywheels Yesteryear Museum was established in 1980 by a group of individuals with a rich agricultural background. The mission of the Museum was simple, to “Acquire, Preserve and Restore” agricultural machinery and implements unique to the Great...
Wolf House
The Wolf House Museum provides a unique setting in which to experience Riley County history. John Frank built this two-story limestone house in 1868 as a boarding house and it was advertised as the German Boarding House. In 1875, Dr. George Hazard Perry III and his...
Constitutional Hall
Many Americans feared a civil war if the 1857 Lecompton Constitution written at Constitution Hall could not satisfy both pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces.
Carroll Mansion
Victorian home finished in 1882 with elaborate handcrafted woodwork and beautiful stained glass throughout, plus a 30,000+ glass plate negative collection.
Frontier Army Museum on Fort Leavenworth
The Frontier Army Museum collects, preserves, and safeguards material culture of the United States Army and uses its holdings to support Professional Military Education, collections-based research, the development of educational materials, and educational initiatives...
Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics
The mission of the Dole Institute of Politics is to promote political and civic participation as well as civil discourse in a bi-partisan, balanced manner. By providing a forum for discussion of political and economic issues, fostering public service leadership and...
Watkins Museum of History
In 1975, the DCHS opened the Elizabeth Miller Watkins Community Museum in the newly refurbished building. Today, operation of the Watkins Museum of History is the society’s primary activity. Since then WMH has managed the expansion and care of the permanent...
Grinter Place State Historical Site
Grinter Place State Historic Site offers the ideal setting for meetings, events and parties. Just minutes away from Kansas Speedway, Children's Mercy Park and Legends Outlets Kansas City. Home of Moses Grinter, one of Kansas' earliest pioneer settlers, who established...
1st Infantry Division Museum
Tells the story of the “Big Red One” from its formation in 1917 to the present.
Historic Heritage Park
In 1858, when the city was laid out, this block at the corner of 6th and Washington was purposefully left blank for a city park. Although the park was planned, little was planted or designed. As a result, many new arrivals to Junction City thought to take some of the...
Oktoberfest
Come out to enjoy the Oktoberfest! Since 1972 the Volga German Society has celebrated German history, heritage, and homecoming at the Annual Oktoberfest. Municipal Park will be filled with the sound of Polka music, the smell of traditional bierocks and brats, and fun...
Kidder Massacre Site
PRIVATE PROPERTY! PLEASE ASK PERMISSION TO VISIT Two years after the Civil War ended, war came to Sherman County. Some time around July 2, 1867, 25-year-old Lt. Lyman S. Kidder and his 10-man patrol, along with a Sioux Indian scout, Red Bead, were massacred in...
C. W. Parker Carousel Museum and Gift Shop
The museum tells the remarkable story of C.W. Parker, the “Carnival King.” Ride on a restored 1913 antique carousel made in Leavenworth.
