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

FEATURED STORIES

  • Family and kid-friendly interactives, changing exhibits, and fun family activities are among the Museum's highlights - all free of charge.

  • September 22, 2018, from 10:30 am to 4 pm

    One-day festival of fun. This year’s parade theme is Notorious & Notable Characters of Kansas to go along with the exhibit, Notorious, that will be up in September. For more information contact museum@salina.org.

  • Immigration in Kansas
    Immigration in Kansas

    The story of Kansas has largely been a story of immigration. Join Matthew Sanderson as he explores the history of Kansas immigration. He’ll compare past and current trends, and look at the benefits and challenges communities face when new people move in. Sanderson will also discuss how new cultures become part of their community as well as the impact they have on that community. Sanderson is an associate professor of sociology at Kansas State University.

    This free presentation is presented by the Smoky Hill Museum, Thursday, August 2, from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

  • 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.

  • For In the Trenches with Company M

  • For In the Trenches with Company M

  • For In the Trenches with Company M

  • In honor of all who serve Verna & James Fitzsimmons

    For In the Trenches with Company M

  • For In the Trenches with Company M

  • For the Industry On the Move case.

  • For the Breaking the Sod platform.

  • For the From Sod to Stone area

  • For the upcoming exhibit, Notorious

  • Bob & Mary Exline

    For the upcoming exhibit, Notorious

  • Jacob & Alisha Hemmer

    For the upcoming exhibit, Notorious

  • Morrison Ventures

    For the upcoming exhibit, Notorious

News & Notes

July 16, 2018

There’s more to Global Hug Your Kids Day than just giving your kiddos a hug or two. If you want to celebrate today, here are some fun ideas to get you started.

July 9, 2018

Setting goals is simple. We’ve all heard different phrases, acronyms and ways to properly set a goal for life. However, accomplishing goals can be a whole different task.

July 2, 2018

Do you want to make a difference and give back to your community this holiday week? Check out our list of volunteering ideas for you to try on the Fourth of July.

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