Finney County Historical Museum

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Finney County Historical Museum Preserving the past to enlighten the future. Exhibit Hall:
This versatile facility is utilized by the museum to display both permanent and traveling exhibits.

Topics include closeups of events, people and places in Finney County. Permanent exhibits include "Spirit of the Plains," "C.J. Buffalo Jones," "Take Stock in Finney County" and "The Windsor Hotel." The temporary gallery features special exhibits that are changed about twice a year. Research Library:
The museum's research library is an excellent research center. It offers primary sources for the history of Finney County and assistance with family genealogy. The library contains a large photograph collection, archives and manuscript material, original newspapers, maps and microfilm of early day publications. Fulton House:
The Fulton House, home of town founders, William D. and Luticia Fulton, is one of the few remaining houses from the earliest days of Garden City. Built in 1884, William and Lettie's last home is a delightful one and one-half story national folk style house surrounded by charming flower gardens. The living room and dining room have been restored and furnished with period furniture and accessories. The front parlor houses and informative exhibit about early Garden City and the four founding families. Pleasant Valley School:
One of the finest examples in Kansas of a one-room schoolhouse, Pleasant Valley School was moved to Finnup Park in Garden Cit5h in the 1970s. Build in the 1890s, it served as a social center as well as a school for many decades. Collections:
The museums collection of artifacts and research material is extensive. The Society is interested in photographs, research material and artifacts relating to Finney County. By donating to our collection you help can help preserve history.

09/28/2026

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09/18/2026
Happy Birthday USA New Front Door Gallery Exhibit Garden City Arts Summer Program taught by Ariana Wheet, coordinated by...
09/18/2026

Happy Birthday USA
New Front Door Gallery Exhibit
Garden City Arts Summer Program
taught by Ariana Wheet, coordinated by director Katy Guthrie and exhibit designed by Robin Valenzuela is now on display.
Three two works created by boys and girls, ages 6-7 produced images inspired by American symbols, using tempera paint on canvas to mixed media, watercolor paintings and chalk pastels.

We regret that Christopher Kirkham will not be the guest speaker for the High Noon and the Evening at the Museum on the ...
09/08/2026

We regret that Christopher Kirkham will not be the guest speaker for the High Noon and the Evening at the Museum on the September 15th. We wish him the best in his new career endeavor. Johnetta Hebrlee will do a presentation on Garden City.

08/19/2026

2026 Cemetery Walks
October 8, 9, 10
6pm and 8 pm
TICKETS GO ON SALE
SEPTEMBER 28TH AT 9AM (at the Museum front desk or by calling 620-272-3664) No early sales!
$25 per ticket Cash or Check

2026 Cemetery Walks October 8, 9, 106pm and 8 pmTICKETS GO ON SALE SEPTEMBER 28TH AT 9AM (at the Museum front desk or by...
08/19/2026

2026 Cemetery Walks
October 8, 9, 10
6pm and 8 pm

TICKETS GO ON SALE
SEPTEMBER 28TH AT 9AM (at the Museum front desk or by calling 620-272-3664) No early sales!
$25 per ticket Cash or Check

History at High Noon November 11 at Noon Located at the Museum's Mary Regan Conference RoomForgotten Facts about Finney ...
08/19/2026

History at High Noon

November 11 at Noon
Located at the Museum's Mary Regan Conference Room

Forgotten Facts about Finney County
Join Johnetta Hebrlee as she shares moments in the past that quietly shaped the community we share today!

Evening at the Museum October 20 at 7 pm Located at the Museum's Mary Regan Conference RoomSecrets of the Cemetery "Pu...
08/19/2026

Evening at the Museum
October 20 at 7 pm

Located at the Museum's Mary Regan Conference Room

Secrets of the Cemetery
"Put Me In Coach" is the theme of the 2026 Cemetery Walk, not necessary just "athletic" coaches-there's always a twist.
Johnetta Hebrlee will present the lives of the early residents that will be "re-enacted" for this years cemetery walk.

History at High Noon October 14 at Noon Located at the Museum's Mary Regan Conference RoomSecrets of the Cemetery "Put ...
08/19/2026

History at High Noon
October 14 at Noon
Located at the Museum's Mary Regan Conference Room
Secrets of the Cemetery
"Put Me In Coach" is the theme of the 2026 Cemetery Walk, not necessary just "athletic" coaches-there's always a twist.
Johnetta Hebrlee will present the lives of the early residents that will be "re-enacted" for this years cemetery walk.

Address

403 S 4th Street (Entrance To Zoo)
Garden City, KS
67846

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Thursday 1pm - 5pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 1pm - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

(620) 272-3664

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