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

FEATURED STORIES

  • What would state fairs be without butter sculptures and seed portraits, or Victorian houses without hair wreaths. Join Erika Nelson as she shares about these beloved wonders and three amazing women: Lillian Colton, seed portraitist; Caroline S. Brooks, butter sculptor; and Leila Cohoon, hair-wreath expert. Learn about the uncommon transformations of everyday materials and the institutions that preserve these odd traditions. Nelson is a sought-after presenter and the creator and curator of the World’s Largest Collection of the World’s Smallest Versions of the World’s Largest Things Traveling Roadside Attraction and Museum. The Museum would like to thank Humanities Kansas for making this presentation possible.

    The Smoky Hill Museum hosts this free presentation on Thursday August 1, from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

  • 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

July 15, 2019

If you have something or some time to give, consider doing so today. Here’s a list of easy ways you can give something away today.

July 8, 2019

Farmers markets have so much more to offer than just the sights and smells. The following is a list of just a few reasons you should visit your local farmers market this summer.

July 1, 2019

Planning an Independence Day gathering should be about creating community, not a source of stress. We’ve compiled a list of everything you need to throw a party your guests will rave about.

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