The Birger Sandztn Memorial Gallery Top Attraction!
The focal point of the gallery's art collections is the work of Birger SandzTn. It houses the largest and most extensive collection of his paintings, prints, drawings and watercolors found anywhere in the world. The art of Birger SandzTn is exhibited throughout the year, along with guest artists and special traveling exhibitions. In fact, more than 900 exhibitions and guest artists shows have been displayed since the gallery opened in 1957.
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Ellis County Historical Society Museum Top Attraction!
A variety of permanent exhibits, artifacts, displays, photographs and new exhibits throughout the year tell the story of Hays, Ellis County and the early pioneers. Includes the first stone church in Hays, a harness shop and gift shop. Located at the corner of 7th and Main Streets in downtown Hays, the Ellis County Historical Society Museum exists to preserve and showcase the colorful history of the county. . The museum has over 25,000 artifacts that tell the colorful history of Ellis County.
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Geary County Historical Society and Museums
Local Museum with exhibits and activities for the whole fami The museum offers a range of exhibits from prehistoric eras to modern times. There are interactive exhibits and scavenger hunts for children of all school ages. There is a gift shop that offers local and regional souvenirs.
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Historic Church Tours - Ellis County, Kansas
Free tour to visit ten historic churches There are more historic German Catholic churches made of native limestone in Ellis County then any other county in Kansas. We invite you visit these impressive churches and enjoy the beautiful altars, stained glass windows, craftsmanship and statues.
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Nicodemus National Historic Site
National Park Nicodemus National Historic Site, Kansas. This area preserves, protects and interprets the only remaining western town established by African Americans during the Reconstruction Period following the Civil War.
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Volga German Haus
One room house built of native limestone This home is located on the grounds of the Ellis County Historical Society Museum and is a replica of the size and type of home the early Volga German settlers built.
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Atchison Rail Museum
The museum exhibits an outdoor collection of rail cars, locomotive and rolling stock from the old Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad.
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Carroll Mansion
This 1867 Victorian Mansion is also home to the Leavenworth County Historical Society.
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