Kansas Museum of History, Historical museum in Topeka, United States
The Kansas Museum of History exhibits a diverse collection of artifacts spanning from Native American cultures to modern Kansas developments through detailed displays.
Founded in 1875, the museum emerged as a central institution for documenting Kansas territorial expansion, statehood, and involvement in the Civil War.
The museum maintains exhibits featuring a Cheyenne tipi, pioneer wagons, and a 1950s diner that represent different periods of Kansas society.
Located at 6425 SW Sixth Avenue in Topeka, the museum charges admission fees ranging from 6 to 8 dollars and operates Tuesday through Sunday.
The museum houses an original 1880 Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad locomotive that demonstrates the early transportation systems in Kansas.
Location: Kansas
Inception: 1875
Website: http://kshs.org/p/kansas-museum-of-history/19578
GPS coordinates: 39.05610,-95.77550
Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:31
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