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Each time you visit the Smoky Hill Museum, a new story inspires you. See what we do.

FEATURED STORIES

  • This exhibit celebrates Salina’s long history of embracing the arts and creative expression by showcasing the Museum’s collection of creative objects. Learn about notable early photographers of Salina, art educators, print makers, graphic artists and more as you explore the central gallery exhibit. You will not only learn but can be creative with several hands-on opportunities.

  • Our programs are designed to further our mission and encourage visitors to engage with history.
    Take a look.

  • Patches, a life-sized hippo made from painted salvaged steel panels by artist Dale Lewis from Hastings, Minnesota, is staying at the Museum. Sculpture Tour Salina is pleased to announce Patches as the People's Choice Award winner for 2018. more.....

  • Discover how we were founded and remain true to our original mission.

  • Meet the amazing people who work hard to make our vision a reality.

  • Special thanks go to our exhibit and case sponsors. The Museum is able to continue its strong exhibits and educational programming through their generosity. Interested in sponsoring an exhibit? Contact Kay Quinn at kay.quinn@salina.org.

  • Visitors

    10,286

  • Volunteer Hours

    1103

  • Dollars Raised

    $61962

  • Program Participants

    13,086

Welcome to the Smoky Hill Museum

Family and kid-friendly interactives, changing exhibits, and fun family activities are among the Museum's highlights - all free of charge. The Museum Store offers Kansas cards, wheat weaving, specialty-food items, toys and more.

  • Cary Brinegar & Kay Quinn

    For The Creative Spirit

  • Brad & Christina Daily

    For The Creative Spirit

  • Jerry & Carol Exline

    For The Creative Spirit

  • For The Creative Spirit

  • Jeff Denton

    For the Dugout

  • For the From Sod to Stone area

  • For the Industry On the Move case.

  • Morrie and Sydney Soderberg

    For the Mercantile

News & Notes

May 20, 2019

No matter how old you are, what your musical taste is or whether or not you can read a note, there's never a wrong time to learn how to play an instrument.

May 13, 2019

So, do you want to embrace social networking to have a positive influence on the world? Here are some ideas for how to use social media to make a difference.

May 6, 2019

With more than 440,000 youth in foster care, there are plenty of ways to make a difference during this month. Here are ideas for how to support National Foster Care Month.

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