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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
Phone 785.309.5776
Store 785.309.5775
museum@salina.org

Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums since 1997

What to Do

River Walks

Black and white photo of a river with trees along both banks. There is a bridge in the background

River History Walks

Friends of the River Foundation and the Smoky Hill Museum are partnering to bring  you guided walks spotlighting the Smoky Hill River's history as it winds through the heart of Salina. Walk with us as Salina's past comes to life through photos, maps, stories, surprises, laughter, and more. 

Maximum of 30 participants per walk. Register for each below. More info about where to meet will be given after registration.

Indian Rock Park: Battles, Bricks, and Beauty*

June 27, 2026, from 9-10:45 am

Update 5/27/2026: Registration is now full. We are accepting people to a waiting list. Please contact Susan Hawksworth at (785) 309-5776 or susan.hawksworth@salina.org.

Hike Salina’s most rugged natural area as we investigate the forces that shaped this park. Its natural beauty masks the many drastic changes the land itself has experienced. We’ll unearth a rich history that includes American Indian grounds, industries, and recreation. We’ll also discover how the Smoky Hill River was moved, cutting the park in half. (Hike will take us on very uneven ground throughout Indian Rock Park, including rocks, woods, and prairie.) 

* Not recommended for those with mobility or balance issues. A talk presenting this information will be given at a later date, allowing those unable to hike the opportunity to discover this area’s history.

Maximum: 30 participants

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
Phone 785.309.5776
Store 785.309.5775
museum@salina.org
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