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Smoky Hill Museum

Free Admission
- Tuesdays through Fridays 11 am-5:00 pm
- Saturdays 10:00 am-5:00 pm
- And by Appointment during non-regular hours.
- Closed on Sundays, Mondays and major holidays.

Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums since 1997.

211 W Iron Ave
Salina, KS 67401

Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums since 1997

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Moments that Made US

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
11:00 am5:00 pm
Declaration of Independence on a blue background.

On July 4, 2026, our nation will mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. A new exhibit, Moments That Made US, explores the ideals at the heart of this document. Come explore how generations of Americans have given meaning to these founding principles. Starting July 1, this exhibit spans five locations in Salina. It will remain on exhibit through August.

The Garage – Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Happiness
Salina Arts Center – Free & Independent States
Salina Public Library – Created Equal
The Smoky Hill Museum – We Mutually Pledge
The Temple – Consent of the Governed

Our Impact This Year

  • Allison K.

    A great museum for the whole family! We were traveling from the kc area to Colorado and had to stop due to the interstate being closed. We saw the museum was open and were able to spend about 3 hours there walking around the museum. We have three kids, ages 2, 5, 7 who asked if we could go to it again on the way home. Thanks for allowing us to spend a good chunk of our day there! We will be back!

Smoky Hill Museum
Smoky Hill Museum

Free Admission
- Tuesdays through Fridays 11 am-5:00 pm
- Saturdays 10:00 am-5:00 pm
- And by Appointment during non-regular hours.
- Closed on Sundays, Mondays and major holidays.

Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums since 1997.

211 W Iron Ave
Salina, KS 67401
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