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KANSAS MUSEUM OF HISTORY

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The Story of Kansas

Explore the fascinating story of Kansas—through the 1880s locomotive, Civil War battle flags, printing press, biplane, and Eisenhower’s jacket. Discover how our state's history impacted the nation.

Visit our programs and award-winning exhibits

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MAIN GALLERY
Our story spans early times to recent past—highlighting Bleeding Kansas and the Civil War, forts, trains, and aviation.

Upward to Equality: Kansas Women Fight to Vote

SPECIAL EXHIBITS
Our current special exhibit honors those who fought for women's suffrage leading the way to the 19th Amendment.

Behind the Scenes Tour

TOURS & PROGRAMS
Plan a group tour and mark your calendar for our special lecture series.

Discovery Place

DISCOVERY PLACE
Admission includes our hands-on gallery for children.

Location

Kansas Museum of History
6425 SW 6th Avenue
Topeka KS 66615-1099
785-272-8681
kshs.museum@ks.gov

Hours

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday
1 - 5 p.m. Sunday

Includes

Free parking
Museum Store
Discovery Place
2.5 Nature Trail

ADMISSION

ADULTS

$ 10
  • Tickets can be purchased onsite

SPECIAL
Seniors 65+, active military, college students with ID

$9
  • Tickets can be purchased onsite

YOUTH
(2-17)

$ 5
  • Tickets can be puchased onsite