Making memories with the kiddos doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg! Did you know that the Sunflower Summer app, developed by the Kansas Department of Education, gives students (K-12) and parents the opportunity to explore dozens of attractions across the state, FOR FREE? This app will allow families to explore participating locations, make some memories, have a blast, and maybe even learn a thing or two along the way.
Don't forget: the Sunflower Summer program's season is May 25 - August 11, 2024, so plan your trips soon!
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Flint Hills Trail State Park
The Flint Hills Trail stretches for 117 miles across east-central Kansas, from Osawatomie in the east to Herington in the west, and with…
Plaza Cinema Movie and Memorabilia Museum
Recognized in 2017 by the Guinness Book of World Records as "The World's Oldest Operating Purpose-Built Cinema", the Plaza 1907 movie…
Kaw River State Park
Kaw River is the only urban-type state park. It consists of 76 acres on the south bank of the Kansas River adjacent to MacLennan Park and…
Wyandotte County Historical Society & Museum
History buffs and visitors enjoy the rich heritage that Wyandotte County Museum has to offer. The new Wyandotte County Heritage Exhibit…
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Amid Overland Park’s hustle and bustle awaits 300 acres of a truly unforgettable retreat. The Arboretum is dedicated to the preservation and…
C.W. Parker Carousel (Carry-Us-All)
Ride the oldest operational carousel known to exist! The 1901 C.W. Parker Carousel is listed as a National Historical Landmark and was voted…
Pony Express Museum
The Smith Hotel, the first home station of the Pony Express west of St. Joseph, MO, was located across from the present museum. The museum…
Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park
The story of Brown v. Board of Education, which ended legal segregation in public schools, is one of hope and courage. When the people…
Prairie Spirit Trail - Ottawa
Ottawa The Prairie Spirit Trail in eastern Kansas is a 52-mile-long path through small towns, shaded woodland canopy, and scenic prairies…
Eisenhower State Park - Melvern Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Named in honor of Kansas’ native son, former president Dwight D. Eisenhower, Eisenhower State Park covers nearly 1,800 acres comprised…
John Brown Museum State Historic Site
Discover the harsh realities of pioneer life at the John Brown Museum State Historic Site, where Reverend Samuel and Florella Adair…
Grinter Place Event & Meeting Space
Grinter Place State Historic Site offers the ideal setting for meetings, events and parties. Just minutes away from Kansas Speedway…
Osage County Historical Society Museum
Experience the history of Osage County through exhibits and historic documents. Along with artifacts, there is an extensive research…
Topeka Zoo and Conservation Center
Experience conservation in action at the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center! Encounter animals from around the world, including elephants…
Museum at Prairiefire
The Museum at Prairiefire is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to meaningful learning and engagement with science, culture, art…
Shawnee Town 1929
Step back into the 1920s and experience life in Shawnee, a truck-farming town located just 10 miles from downtown Kansas City! Visitors of…
Pomona State Park and Reservoir
The 490-acre Pomona State Park is well known among campers for its shaded campsites and a great family atmosphere. The park is nestled in an…
Atchison County Historical Society Museum and Santa Fe Depot
Our Atchison County Historical Society operates the 1880 Santa Fe Depot Museum. Within its walls, we tell the story of our county and how it…
Johnson County Museum
The Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center is home to the Johnson County Museum where you can step back in time with the 1950s All-Electric…
Shawnee Indian Mission State Historic Site
Come and see the manual training school attended by Shawnee, Delaware, and other Indian nations from 1839 to 1862. The Shawnee Mission…
Lawrence Arts Center
Lawrence Arts Center: The Lawrence Arts Center provides an extensive calendar of exhibitions, performances, and classes. The Arts Center…
Grinter Place State Historical Site
From 1855 to 1860 Moses Grinter operated a trading post. Troops traveling between Forts Leavenworth and Scott sometimes crossed the Kansas…
Circle of Art Atchison
A Gallery of Fine and Fun Art. Find Your New Favorite Art and Support Local Artists! The Circle of Art Atchison is a not-for-profit artist…
KU Natural History Museum
Nationally recognized for its public natural history exhibits and collections, research and graduate education, and outstanding education…
Combat Air Museum
The Combat Air Museum has on display 47 military aircraft, from World War I to the present day, in addition to multiple static displays of…
Kansas City Automotive Museum
The Kansas City Automotive Museum highlights Kansas City automotive history. Exhibits and displays include 1965 Le Mans winner Masten…
The Historic Ritchie House
Take a step back into history at the Ritchie House! This is believed to be Topeka's oldest home and was built by abolitionists John and Mary…
Watkins Museum of History
Since 1975, the Watkins Museum of History, housed in the iconic 1888 Watkins Land Mortgage and National Bank Building in downtown Lawrence…
Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm Historic Site
Living History: 1860s Style! Mahaffie Historic Site is the only remaining stagecoach stop on the Santa Fe Trail preserved for the public…
First City Museum
This museum dedicated to "the First City of Kansas" features items from two of the facilities that made Leavenworth internationally famous…
Evel Knievel Museum
Evel Knievel's authentic performance leathers, jump bikes and memorabilia are housed in a permanent museum at the Historic Harley-Davidson…
Hillsdale State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Conveniently located south of the Kansas City Metro Area, one of Kansas's newest reservoirs awaits visitors to its more than 12,000 acres of…
Clinton State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
The 1,500-acre park is located on the northern shore of Clinton Reservoir. Popular activities include picnicking, swimming, or camping on…
Old Depot Museum
The Old Depot Museum is an 1888 two story passenger train depot and today serves as a local history museum. The museum is located at 135 W…
The Prairie Center and Prairie Center Archery Range
Located west of Olathe about 3 miles west of K-7 on W. 135th St. An archery range is located on the west side of the property, about ½ mile…
Kansas State Capitol Visitor Center
The Kansas State Capitol recently completed a 13-year, top to bottom restoration of the building that restored the original architect's…
Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum
Home of Muriel , the last remaining Lockheed Electra 10-E! Muriel is identical to the airplane Amelia Earhart went missing in on her famed…
Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead
Travel back in time at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead and experience life on a turn-of-the-century Kansas farm. Established in 1978…
Perry State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Nestled in the forested hills of Northeast Kansas sits a 12,500-acre lake and an 11,000-acre wildlife area nearby. 25 miles of horse trails…
Theatre in the Park
The Theatre in the Park is the largest outdoor community theatre in the country. Each summer the outdoor theater presents five Broadway…
Legler Barn Museum Complex
The story of how this property came to be is a true estimate to the community’s grit and spirit. At a time in American History so full of…
Cedar Cove Feline Sanctuary & Education Center
Did you ever want to see a tiger, leopard or cougar in person, and learn more about them? Cedar Cove is where you need to visit. Completely…
Constitution Hall State Historic Site
James Henry Lane had a significant impact on Kansas history and is one of Constitution Hall’s more colorful characters. He was part of a…
Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum
At the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum, visitors have the opportunity to explore the home in which world-renowned aviatrix Amelia Earhart…
National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame
Chartered by Congress in 1960 to serve as the National Agriculture Museum and Memorial to farming leaders. Our mission is to provide…
Kansas Children's Discovery Center
The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center is a hands-on children’s museum. Since opening in 2011 in Topeka, Kansas, the Discovery Center has…
Evah C. Cray Historical Home Museum
Recently renovated and updated, this 25-room mansion is a glorious example of the opulence of the Victorian era. Built in 1882, it is…
Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics
Visitors to the Dole Institute can experience Bob Dole's personal life and political career through a variety of exhibits and personal…
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Red Rocks State Historic Site
William Allen White rented this house from 1899 until he purchased it in 1901. It was his home for 45 years. The two-and-a-half story house…
Cross Timbers State Park - Toronto Lake
Cross Timbers State Park is located in the gently rolling hills of the Verdigris River Valley. Comprising 1,075 acres in the northern…
Marais des Cygnes Massacre State Historic Site
In May 1858, proslavery men gunned down 11 free-state men in a ravine that is now an important landmark. The shootings shocked the nation…
Big Brutus
Named to the National Register of Historical Places in January 2018, Big Brutus put the oooohs and aaahs in the backyard of the Heartlands…
Howard Benson Museum
The Howard Benson Museums’ collection contains over 50,000 items and covers over 150 years of Elk County history, from the 1860’s to the…
Coffey County Historical Museum
Experience Coffey County, Kansas, and her citizens through the years from fossils from the Palezoic Era when Kansas was covered by a shallow…
David Traylor Zoo of Emporia
One of the smallest accredited zoos in the country. Nearly 400 specimens of birds, mammals and reptiles representing more than 80 species…
Fall River State Park - Lake and Wildlife Area
Positioned between the Cross Timbers region and the grasslands of the Flint Hills, Fall River State Park is home to a remarkable diversity…
McCune History Museum
Don’t rely on rumors, get the facts at the McCune History Department and Museum! McCune is and always has been a farm town serving the…
Curious Minds Discovery Zone
Curious Minds Discovery Zone is a children's museum founded in 2012, with the intent to bring education and entertainment opportunities to…
Prairie Spirit Trail State Park
This linear park is located along a former rail bed between Iola and Ottawa, a distance of 51 miles. The city of Garnett is the midway…
Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center
The Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center (PAROC) provides hands-on learning opportunities on our campus! Emporia State University is…
Fort Scott National Historic Site
Visitor Center has temporarily moved! While work is being completed in the Post Hospital, the Visitor Center’s information desk has been…
Martin and Osa Johnson Safari Museum
In the first half of the last century an American couple from Kansas named Martin and Osa Johnson captured the public's imagination through…
Anderson County Historical Museum
Memorabilia documenting the history of the county and famous persons including Arthur Capper, Edgar Lee Masters and John Brown. Genealogy…
Mine Creek Civil War Battlefield State Historic Site
At Mine Creek in 1864 a large body of Union cavalry swept down on the rear of Confederate General Sterling Price's supply train that was…
Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes
Come take a FREE tour of our exciting exhibits and learn about Unsung Heroes who have made a profound impact on the course of history…
Jones Aquatic Center
The Jones Aquatic Center is the ultimate aquatic paradise! Dive into adventure with thrilling two-story slides and glide along the lazy…
Gordon Parks Museum
The Gordon Parks Museum highlights the life and work of Kansas-born photographer Gordon Parks. Exhibits, personal artifacts, and iconic…
Trading Post Museum
The Trading Post Museum is located in Trading Post, the oldest existing settlement in Kansas. Among the artifacts displayed in the Trading…
Independence Historical Museum & Art Center
Housed in the historic 1912 Federal Building-Post Office built in 1912, the museum and art center is home to numerous artifacts, art works…
Columbus Museum
The Columbus Museum was founded in 1964 and dedicated to the historical preservation of Columbus and the surrounding area. The current…
Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge
Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1992 primarily for the preservation and restoration of bottomland hardwood…
Miners Hall Museum
Miners Hall Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing Southeast Kansas coal mining history and its diverse immigrant culture. The museum…
Heart of the Heartlands Railroad Museum and Carona Depot Complex
Carona Depot and Railroad Museum features a diverse collection of railroad memorabilia including the actual depots from Carona and nearby…
Oswego Historical Museum and Genealogical Society
The Oswego Historical and Genealogical Society is excited to reopen its newly renovated facility June 1. There will be a grand reopening…
Johnston Geology Museum
See a western Kansas Cretaceous mosasaur, a giant ground sloth, a mastodon tusk plus other displays in the ESU Geology Museum. The museum…
Lyon County History Center
Explore stories from the past and discover things you never knew at the Lyon County History Center. Whether you are a first-time guest or a…
Elk City State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Dense oak and hickory woodlands meet rolling meadows of big bluestem and Indian grass at this striking 857-acre park located on the east…
Schmidt Museum of Natural History
The Schmidt Museum of Natural History contains a comprehensive collection of approximately 600 taxidermy mounts of birds, mammals, reptiles…
Girard History Museum
Three buildings on site, including St. John's Episcopal Church, built in 1888, the Church has it's original stained glass windows and is on…
Greenwood County Historical Society Museum
The Greenwood County Historical Society and Museum was formed in 1973. We are located at 120 West Fourth Street, one block west of Main. Our…
Crawford State Park, Lake and Farlington Fish Hatchery
Located on the edge of the Ozarks, Crawford State Park provides a variety of landscapes seen in Kansas state parks. Redbud trees offer…
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Fort Harker Guardhouse Museum Complex
First stop is the Guardhouse Museum. See and hear details of the military history of Fort Harker and its significance to the way West…
Smoky Hill Museum
The Smoky Hill Museum is Kansas's oldest, nationally accredited, hands-on history museum. Each time you visit, you find interactive fun…
Koester House Museum
The Koester House Museum, nestled in the heart of downtown Marysville, is an excellent place to take a look at life in a Midwestern town in…
Belleville High Banks Hall of Fame and National Midget Auto Racing Museum
The National Midget Auto Racing and High Banks Hall of Fame Museum honors legends. Racing's long history is remembered and honored through…
Wilson State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Located in the heart of the Smoky Hills, Wilson State Park is considered by many to be the most beautiful in the state. Wilson Reservoir…
World's Largest Ball of Twine
At 17,320 lbs, 40 foot circumference, and over 7,938,709 of sisal twine, the Cawker City Community Club is the official owner/caretaker of…
Kaw Mission and Last Chance Store Museums on the Santa Fe Trail
Start of the Historic Tour of Council Grove. Mission school for state's namesake tribe, the Kaw or Kansas. Interpretation of the Kaw, Santa…
World's Largest Collection of the World's Smallest Versions of the World's Largest Things Roadside Attraction & Museum
An interactive exposition devoted to roadside attractions, the Roadside Sideshow Expo in downtown Lucas features artist-built mini-monuments…
Flint Hills Discovery Center
Open since April 2012, the Flint Hills Discovery Center is a 35,000 square foot facility that immerses visitors within the wonder and beauty…
Jewell County Historical Society Museum
The Jewell County Historical Society Museum contains many donated gifts of various descriptions. The Jewell County Historical Society also…
Milford Lake, State Park, & Wildlife Area
Milford State Park is located on the southeast shore of the state's largest lake, 15,709 surface-acre Milford Reservoir, Milford State Park…
Historic Marshall County Courthouse Museum & Genealogical Library
After serving 90 years as a courthouse for Marshall County, the Marshall County Historical Society has preserved this building by making it…
First Territorial Capitol State Historic Site
For four days in 1855, Governor Andrew Reeder and the territorial legislature met here. Their actions here would help lead to the Civil War…
Lincoln Historical Museum Complex
The Lincoln County Historical Museum Complex houses a full museum with artifacts donated from families who homestead and helped to build…
Grassroots Art Center
Exhibits from across the state of Kansas. Visitors enjoy the creativity of primarily retired individuals working with recycled materials…
Scandia Museum
The settlement of Scandia by members of the Scandinavian Agriculture Society, of Chicago, Illinois was in the fall of 1868. The town was…
Wabaunsee County Historical Museum
The Museum offers many exciting activities for children including tours of underground cellars under the museum buildings, a visit to the…
Midwest Dream Car Collection
Midwest Dream Car Collection shares the love of vehicles through a unique automotive collection and visitor experience that will appeal to…
Mushroom Rock State Park
One of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Geography, Mushroom Rock is the smallest, but one of the most unique, state parks in Kansas. The park is only…
Kanopolis State Park and Smoky Hill Wildlife Area
Kanopolis State Park is situated in the rolling hills, bluffs, and woods of the scenic Smoky Hills region of Kansas. From the towering…
Ellsworth Historical Museum & Plaza Walking Tour
The walking tour covers the plaza of this Kansas cattle town known as "End of the Trail", a reference to the end of the railway line & end…
Garden of Eden
Kansas' only Visionary Sculpture Environment and stone log cabin. Internationally known as a prime example of the Grassroots Art genre…
Salina Liberty Indoor Football
The Salina Liberty are a professional indoor football team based in Salina, Kansas. The team plays their home games at the Tony’s Pizza…
Lovewell State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Lovewell offers a blend of camping, fishing, wildlife watching, and special events. You’ll discover plenty of variety in the day-use areas…
Rock City Park
Rock City Park is a national natural landmark comprised of over 200 huge concretions in an area about the size of two football fields. You…
A & H Farm/Pumpkin Patch
A & H Farm is a family oriented destination that welcomes children and adults of all ages every day of the week. We are a family operated…
Riley County Historical Museum
The Riley County Historical Society & Museum located at 2309 Claflin Road in Manhattan is the official history museum of Riley County…
The Garage
See classic cars that have been restored to pristine condition and explore hands-on educational simulations at the Crossroads Car…
Oz Museum
Come and Experience the World of OZ! With 2,000 artifacts on display featuring 120 years of Oz culture from 1st edition L. Frank Baum books…
Sunset Zoo
Manhattan’s wildest destination is more than just a park. Sunset Zoo is brimming with creative educational offerings and is the perfect…
National Orphan Train Complex
The National Orphan Train Museum contains informative exhibits depicting the history of the Orphan Train Movement. Photos and memorabilia…
Glen Elder State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Location: Located just west of the city of Glen Elder, south of US-24/K-9 On the north shores of 12,500-acre Glen Elder Reservoir (Waconda…
Pawnee Indian Museum State Historic Site
Features exhibits on the culture of the Pawnee Indians by using a combination of information from archeological investigation and historic…
Brown Grand Theatre
Restored to its original 1907 splendor, this 650 seat theatre is as breathtakingly beautiful today as it was then. From the proscenium arch…
Dickinson County Heritage Center
Dickinson County Heritage Center is not your typical county museum, it's 3 museums in one! Starting off with the county history, complete…
Hodgen House Museum Complex
Step back into early day Ellsworth County. Our complex consists of the 1878 Hodgden House, an 1880s livery stable, an authentic one-room…
Eyegore's Curiosities and Monster Museum
Eyegore's Curiosities and Monster Museum is our love letter to the classic roadside attractions of the past. Step into our collection of…
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home
Visit the all-new exhibits at the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum and experience Ike and Mamie’s story in their own words. One of…
Cloud County Historical Society Museum
The museum features Charles Blosser's 1928 Lincoln Page bi-plane, a letter from Martha Washington, Boston Corbett, Abraham Lincoln’s…
Tuttle Creek State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Tuttle Creek State Park offers visitors a broad variety of outdoor recreation possibilities and plenty of room to roam. At about 12,500…
Home on the Range Cabin
When Dr. Brewster Higley wrote those words on the banks of Beaver Creek near Athol, Kans., in 1872, he was writing about his Kansas…
Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad
ABOUT The Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad is one of Kansas’ most unique museums, operating on a 5.5-mile stretch of former Rock Island…
Rolling Hills Zoo
Rolling Hills Zoo is a 65-acre zoological park nestled among the picturesque Smoky Hills just outside of Salina. This vibrant zoo is home to…
Flint Hills Trail State Park
The Flint Hills Trail stretches for 117 miles across east-central Kansas, from Osawatomie in the east to Herington in the west, and with…
Pony Express Home Station No 1, Barn & Museum
Enter the only Home Station on the Pony Express route still remaining on the original site. The 1859 barn is built of limestone that was…
Hollenberg Pony Express Station State Historic Site
One of the stops on the Pony Express and a stop along the Oregon-California Trail. Visit the historic building where the Hollenberg's hosted…
Salina Art Center
An innovative contemporary art space dedicated to engaging audiences of all ages with viewing, creating, and interpreting art. Our friendly…
Kenwood Cove Aquatic Park
Dive into fun at Salina’s Kenwood Cove Aquatic Park – the area's newest summer destination for real surf and great rides. Enjoy water…
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Mark Arts
Mark Arts is a vibrant regional arts hub that provides opportunities to appreciate and create art in an atmosphere of lifelong learning…
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve
Nearly 11,000 acres of wide open space, beautiful vistas, seasonal wildflowers, wildlife, bison herd, history, and plenty of solitude. The…
Birger Sandzén Memorial Art Gallery
The focal point of the gallery's art collections is the work of Birger Sandzén. It houses the largest and most extensive collection of his…
Wichita Wind Surge
Wichita's newest baseball team! The Wichita Wind Surge, affiliated with the Minnesota Twins, play home games at the brand-new, $75 million…
Kansas Aviation Museum
Housed in the original Wichita Municipal Airport Terminal Building, the Kansas Aviation Museum showcases the rich heritage of aviation that…
Red Barn Studio Museum
The Red Barn Studio was the working studio of professional artist and craftsman Lester Raymer (1907-1991). The Red Barn Studio is filled…
Maxwell Wildlife Refuge and Bison Tour
A great Kansas adventure to visitors year round. The refuge features one of Kansas' largest free roaming bison herds and also plains elk…
El Dorado Reservoir, State Park and Wildlife Area
Located 3 miles east of El Dorado on US-54 and 1 mile north Bike Trail Expansion: A recently added 4.5-mile-long expansion has been made to…
Wichita Art Museum
Located west of downtown Wichita in the Museums on the River District, the Wichita Art Museum connects people, ideas and art to enrich lives…
Pawnee Rock State Historic Site
For travelers on the Santa Fe Trail, this sandstone citadel was one of the most prominent landmarks on their long journey. Native Americans…
Kauffman Museum
Kauffman Museum – Exploring Mennonite Stories Kauffman Museum’s mission is to preserve the evolving story of central plains…
Museum of World Treasures
Delve into the rich tapestry of global history at the Museum of World Treasures, a premier destination in Wichita, Kansas. Ideal for anyone…
Great Plains Nature Center
Welcome to the Great Plains Nature Center, a hidden gem nestled within the vibrant city of Wichita, Kansas. Situated at the intersection of…
Tanganyika Wildlife Park
Tanganyika Wildlife Park was named the most interactive wildlife park in the Midwest for a reason. Tanganyika’s secret recipe is simple…
Rock River Rapids
Rock River Rapids is a family-friendly outdoor water park located in Derby, KS. Grab your family and hit the lazy river in an inner tube or…
Geneseo City Museum
Dr. E. D. Janzen had a passion for learning. He graduated from the Moody Bible Institute, learned ventriloquism and brail, and obtained…
Botanica Wichita
Since opening in 1987 with four gardens and a horticultural library, Botanica Wichita has added more than 30 additional themed gardens and…
Old Cowtown Museum
Experience Wichita like it’s 1865. Old Cowtown is a living history museum that lets you immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and…
Hedrick Exotic Animal Farm and Bed & Breakfast Inn
Guests can call ahead and reserve a 1 hour guided tour of the farm any time. We are open year around, seven days a week. Guests can also…
Cosmosphere International SciEd Center & Space Museum
About the Cosmosphere Recognized by the Artemis II crew as the “best space museum on planet Earth,” the Cosmosphere International Science…
Harvey County Historical Museum and Archives
Enjoy the permanent exhibit about Harvey County and several galleries featuring rotating exhibits. Visit the 1873 Kellas One-Room School…
Kanopolis State Park and Smoky Hill Wildlife Area
Kanopolis State Park is situated in the rolling hills, bluffs, and woods of the scenic Smoky Hills region of Kansas. From the towering…
Exploration Place
Welcome to the state’s premier science center – Exploration Place! Parked along the picturesque Arkansas River, Exploration Place…
Coutts Museum of Art
Step into a world of artistic wonder at the Coutts Museum of Art, a cultural gem established in 1970. Embark on a captivating journey…
Kansas Motorcycle Museum
Home of the collection of 5-time National Sportsman Champion Stan "The Man" Engdahl. Engdahl's collection includes over 600 trophies won by…
Cowley County Historical Society Museum
Museum contains hundreds of items, furniture, business, and residential equipment used by the families living in Cowley County since the…
Wetlands Waterpark at Great Bend
Dive into endless fun at Wetlands Waterpark, the ultimate oasis on a scorching summer day! Feel the exhilarating rush as you get soaked…
Great Bend Brit Spaugh Zoo
Our free zoo offers up-close views of wildlife, places to relax & educational programs to foster understanding of the animals in our natural…
STRATACA
Strataca/The Kansas Underground Salt Museum is one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas. Located 650 feet beneath the earth's surface in a salt bed…
Kansas Wetlands Educational Center
The Kansas Wetlands Education Center (KWEC) is your one-stop shop for every visit to Cheyenne Bottoms, a wetland of international importance…
Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum
Varied exhibits in twelve buildings showcase the lives of pioneers from the 1870s to the 1980s. Visit a rare, fully restored 1898 flour mill…
The Kansas African American Museum
The Kansas African American Museum is a regional arts and cultural museum dedicated to the education, identification, acquisition, research…
Sand Hills State Park
Sand Hills State Park, a 1,123-acre natural area, has been preserved for its sand dunes, grasslands, wetlands, and woodlands. Popular…
Stafford County Museum
Thousands of historical artifacts, including a collection of more than 30,000 glass negatives from noted early 20th century photographer…
Kansas Oil and Gas Museum & Hall of Fame
The museum's goal is to provide educational information about present industry activities, to preserve the past history of the oil and gas…
Mid-America All-Indian Museum
Housing a museum, a gallery of nations and a gift shop, the Mid-America All-Indian Museum educates and preserves the heritage of the…
Chisholm Trail Museum
Across from the Sumner County Courthouse in downtown Wellington, KS. Hours of Operation - Weekends only in May and November. Daily June thru…
Field Station: Dinosaurs
Welcome to the Field Station, where you'll take on the role of a visiting scientist – ready to explore, ask questions and make…
Wichita-Sedgwick Co. Historical Museum
In the heart of downtown Wichita, the Museum is located in the original 1890 City Hall with its 170-foot tall clock tower. This exceptional…
Vernon Filley Art Museum
The Vernon Filley Art Museum is a 4,600 square foot state of the art facility conveniently located near Main Street in downtown Pratt. This…
Ellinwood Tunnels
Ellinwood was originally home to up to 11 saloons. Visitors are welcome to stop by our Underground Saloon and get a complete tour of the…
McPherson Museum & Arts Foundation
Explore our community's heritage at the McPherson Museum & Arts Foundation where you will discover anything from Kansas' natural history…
Hutchinson Zoo
At the Hutchinson Zoo children can climb a human-sized spider web, get face-to-face with river otters, excavate fossils, and get a prairie…
Small World Gallery
Small World Gallery is a rarity. There you’ll often find National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson, who grew up on a Kansas farm and…
Ulrich Museum of Art-Wichita State University
TODAY'S ART MATTERS. As the region's source for modern and contemporary art, the Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University connects…
Cheney State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Nestled in the windy plains of central Kansas, the lake offers spectacular sailing opportunities and hosts national sailing regattas It’s a…
Kansas Learning Center for Health
Dive into the heart of Kansas at the Kansas Learning Center for Health, a vibrant health education hub celebrating Dr. Arthur E. Hertzler's…
Sedgwick County Zoo
Come face to face with the wildest animals from around the world. Get to know the gorillas and elephants of Africa. Visit bison and bears…
Kansas Wildlife Exhibit
The Kansas Wildlife Exhibit is free to visit every day of the year! The best time to see as much as possible is during the feeding time…
Cowley Waterfall and Fishing Lake
Check out the Cowley Waterfall, named #12 Most Beautiful Waterfall in the U.S. by Yahoo Travel. Located along U.S. Hwy 166, this unique…
CityArts
CityArts offers people of all ages and cultural backgrounds the opportunity to participate in diverse art programming throughout the year…
Kansas Oil Museum
The Kansas Oil Museum is the one of the largest museums in the state with a focus on the history of America's early 20th-century oil…
Hillsboro Museums
Welcome to the Hillsboro Museum Complex! Pioneer Adobe House The Pioneer Adobe House was built by Mennonite immigrants Peter and Anna Loewen…
PBS Kansas Cochener-Garvey Children's Education & Discovery Center
Come visit the PBS Kansas Cochener-Garvey Children’s Education & Discovery Center and have fun with STEAM – science, technology…
Stockade Museum & Carry Nation Home
The Medicine Lodge Stockade Museum gives you a taste of what life was like in a stockade in the 1870s. Journey with us to a time in our…
Mennonite Heritage & Agricultural Museum
Eight buildings in a village-like setting tell the story of Mennonites who immigrated to the Goessel area in 1874 from the Ukraine area of…
Coronado Quivira Museum
The Coronado Quivira Museum focuses on the history of Rice County and Central Kansas. Exhibits feature the Quivira, Coronado's 1541 journey…
Broadway RFD
Broadway RFD, established in 1959, is the longest running outdoor theatre in Kansas. Located in Lindsborg, Kan., Broadway RFD seeks to…
Yesterday House Museum & Depot
Yesterday House Museum holds a large collection of over 500 examples of barbed wire. Themed displays are found throughout the museum…
NDGA National Glass Museum
N.D.G.A. National Glass Museum The NDGA National Glass Museum opened its doors to the public on May 1, 2012. When we opened the door we had…
McPherson Water Park
The McPherson Water Park offers fun for all ages in a safe, manageable space. The variety of water-based fun is big but it's easy to keep an…
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Prairie Dog State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
A prime place to experience the shortgrass prairies of western Kansas, the 1,150-acre Prairie Dog State Park is home to a thriving prairie…
Prairie Museum of Art & History
About the Museum The Prairie Museum of Art & History is home to the World-Class Kuska Collection which includes approximately 28,000 items…
Fort Wallace Museum
ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE! ROAD CLOSED DUE TO CONSTRUCTION. Between Colorado State Line and KS 27, a stretch of US 40 is closed due to bridge…
Buffalo Bill Cultural Center & Community Travel Information Center
The Buffalo Bill Cultural Center is a Community Travel Information Center offering regional and state-wide brochures, maps and travel…
Herndon Community Museum
Great look at small town rural America. This part of America is disappearing and museums like this offer a snapshot of what life was like…
Tri-State Antique Engine and Threshers Association
The Tri-State Antique Engine and Threshers Association celebrates vintage machinery and agricultural heritage. Showcasing an impressive…
Trego County Historical Society Museum
The Trego County Historical Society Museum was dedicated on June 15, 1975 and is located on the Trego County Fairgrounds in WaKeeney along…
Walter P. Chrysler Boyhood Home & Museum
Walter P. Chrysler, auto giant and founder of the Chrysler Corporation, helped his father, Henry, and brother build the small clad house at…
Ellis Railroad Museum & Doll Display
The Ellis Railroad museum is complete with railroad memorabilia, a BK&E miniature train ride, gift shop, restored depot, and caboose. The…
Fick Fossil and History Museum
The Fick Fossil & History Museum is home to many world-class fossils including the bones of the oldest documented mosasaur skull in the…
Sternberg Museum of Natural History
Sternberg Museum of Natural History displays live animals, fossils of 80 million year old sea-monsters, & interactive exhibits. Sternberg…
Goodland Carnegie Arts Center
Visitors to the Carnegie Arts Center are treated to a vibrant cultural experience. The center showcases a diverse range of art forms…
Rawlins County Historical Museum & Church
Museum depicts rural Kansas history. Kachina dolls, Mural: Rudolph Wendelin, creator of Smokey the Bear. Enjoy recreated rooms such as…
Nicodemus National Historic Site
Nicodemus is located on Highway 24, halfway between Webster Lake and Hill City. Established in 1877, Nicodemus is the only remaining town…
Monument Rocks National Landmark
Kansas' first National Natural Monument is one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas. The Niobrara chalk formation, rich in fossils, some reaching up…
High Plains Museum
The High Plains Museum is situated near downtown Goodland, Kansas. As you step inside, you will be welcomed by photographic murals…
Fort Hays State Historic Site
Established in 1867 to protect the construction workers who were building the Union Pacific Railroad. The original blockhouse, guardhouse…
Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
These badlands are Kansas’ most dramatic Niobrara chalk formation. They provide a unique and important habitat for many plants and wildlife…
Webster State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
Webster State Park is a protected prairie setting of rolling hills and spacious skies. Visitors often see deer, turkeys, quail, pheasants…
Cottonwood Ranch State Historic Site
History buffs will enjoy stepping back in time at the Cottonwood Ranch in Studley. When John Fenton Pratt started building Cottonwood Ranch…
Cedar Bluff State Park - Reservoir and Wildlife Area
The park consists of two areas on either side of Cedar Bluff Reservoir; the Bluffton Area on the north shore and the Page Creek area on the…
Ellis County Historical Society
Updates! We will be open 7 days a week through the summer but currently, the off-season hours are Mon – Thurs from 10am – 4pm…
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Boot Hill Museum
This interactive recreation of Dodge City's historic Front Street-including the saloon, jail and church - will keep the entire family…
Historic Lake Scott State Park and Wildlife Area
Listed by National Geographic as one of the country's 50 must-see state parks, Historic Lake Scott is a stunning oasis of natural springs…
Historic Trolley Tour
Hop on the Dodge City Trolley for a trip back to the 1870s. Visit the original locations of the Longbranch Saloon, Gospel Hill, the…
Garden City Arts
Garden City Arts offers an intriguing array of fine art, photography, textile, and other revolving art exhibits for all tastes. The gallery…
Dodge City Convention & Visitors Bureau
Once you have arrived in Dodge City, you'll want to stop at the Visitor Information Center for information, brochures, and a rest stop…
Kiowa Historical Museum - RSI Building
The railroad, Cherokee Strip's Land Rush of 1893, Carry A. Nation, and area memorabilia.
El Quartelejo Museum
Explore the El Quartelejo Museum as it leads the visitor through a developing story line, one which traces the history of this region of…
Lee Richardson Zoo & Safari Shoppe
Lee Richardson Zoo in Garden City, Kansas, is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is home to hundreds of native and…
5.4.7 Arts Center
The 5.4.7 Arts Center emerged in the aftermath of the EF5 tornado that ravaged Greensburg in 2007. The idea was driven by the visionary goal…
Heart of America Science Resource Center
Heart of America Science Resource Center is a large hands-on science museum that helps you explore a variety of sciences from a biblical…
M.T. Liggett Art Environment
"A lot of people go through their whole lives and never make a mark. Very few people in this world ever had an original idea, but I did."…
Morton County Historical Museum
Exhibits in the museum take you through the history of Morton County from the time of Native Americans to pioneer life, farming, ranching…
Kansas Barbed Wire Museum
The museum exhibits over 2,400 varieties of barbed wire and over 500 varieties of tools used in the construction of fences. Visitors learn…
Big Well Museum & Visitor Information Center
Welcome to the Big Well in Greensburg, Kansas – a museum that boasts two extraordinary marvels under one roof! The Big Well, an…
Fort Larned National Historic Site
Fort Larned is the most complete and best preserved military post of the Indian Wars era on the Santa Fe Trail. The Fort consists of nine…
Stanton County Museum
The Stanton County Museum moved into its current location in 1992. The museum complex features 6 historic buildings, including a 1935 Public…
Dorothy's House and The Land of Oz
Dorothy's House was built in 1907 and has been carefully restored to replicate the house shown in The Wizard of Oz . After visiting Dorothy…
Kansas Teachers Hall of Fame and Gunfighters' Wax Museum
Dedicated to early and present-day teachers who have devoted their lives to this fine profession. Dodge City's Kansas Teachers Hall of Fame…
Mid-America Air Museum
With over 100 aircrafts on display, whether your interest is general aviation, warbirds, helicopters or experimentals and homebuilts…
Lake Meade State Park - Wildlife and Fish Hatchery
Location: NOTICE OF ADDRESS CHANGE EFFECTIVE JAN. 30, 2024: The official address for Meade State Park is now 12165 South V Road, Meade, KS…
Baker Arts Center
Celebrating four decades of fostering creativity, our nonprofit art center stands as a vibrant hub for artistic expression and imagination…
Kiowa County Historical Museum & Soda Fountain
The Kiowa County Historical Museum & Soda Fountain is committed to preserving Kiowa County History and educating the public of the great…
Rush County Historical Society
The Rush County Historical Society operates four museums located in Grass Park in La Crosse. The Historical Museum tells the history and…
Stauth Memorial Museum
The Stauth Memorial Museum offers an array of temporary and traveling exhibits from a variety of sources both locally and across the…
