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

FEATURED STORIES

  • 1950s exhibit

    1950s: An American Dream?
    Exhibit Open October 19 through March 2020

    Many have a nostalgic view of the 1950s. On the surface, this decade beamed with prosperity with new homes, automobiles and appliances. Yet, under this decade’s shiny appearance, many felt pressured to conform to societal norms. Changes were brewing below the surface of the American dream. This exhibit opens to the public October 19, 2019. Friends members are invited to a special preview. For information on how to become a friend, click here.

  • As the holiday season approaches, share warmth and cheer from the Friends of the Smoky Hill Museum’s colorful, live poinsettias and fresh greenery wreaths. The Museum’s poinsettias are beautiful, nursery-quality plants, available in five vibrant colors. The holiday blooms will brighten your home, office or church and can encourage loved ones and reduce holiday stress. Also available for pre-order are fresh-smelling greenery wreaths handmade at BEL Tree Farm.

    Financial support of the Smoky Hill Museum through the annual Poinsettia & Wreath Sale helps provide educational programs and events that benefit many children and families.

    The last day to order wreaths or poinsettias is Friday, November 15, but some sizes or shades do sell out early. To order, please call 785-309-5776 or order online at www.smokyhillmuseum.org.

  • 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.....

  • Our programs are designed to further our mission and encourage visitors to engage with history.
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  • Meet the amazing people who work hard to make our vision a reality.

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

  • 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.

  • Benson Accounting CPA, PA & Modern Woodmen of America

    For 1950s: An American Dream?

  • Debbie & John Divine

    For 1950s: An American Dream?

  • Larry & Joy Smith

    For 1950s: An American Dream?

  • Bette Timmel

    For 1950s: An American Dream?

  • 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

October 14, 2019

Since the weather is cooling down, you can add a little sunshine and warmth to a stranger with these simple ideas.

October 7, 2019

Stumped on creative inspiration? We’ve got you covered. Check out our list of Halloween fundraising ideas for your favorite nonprofit.

September 30, 2019

There are plenty of ways you can support fair-trade producers and organizations. Here's a list to give you some inspiration on how to incorporate the fair-trade movement into your life.

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