City of Marion Historical Museum

City of Marion Historical Museum In the 1880s the Baptist Tabernacle Church was built and remained an active church until 1956 when the church was deeded over to be a museum.

The museum is open May through October and by appointment during the off-seasons. City of Marion Historical Museum
Policy for donations of objects

The purpose of this organization is:
1. To preserve the natural and human history of Marion County and the surrounding area.
2. To conserve the collections in the Marion Historical Museum.
3. To interpret the story of the people who have lived here thr

ough the collections, through research and educational programs.
4. To involve the community in the understanding of and the appreciation of its heritage. Acquisition guidelines
Thank you for considering a donation to the museum. Please review the following guidelines for museum acquisitions:
1. The item(s) must be consistent with and relevant to the state purpose of the museum.
2. Primary consideration will be given to the museum’s ability to provide proper care and storage for any object. No item(s) will be considered for acquisition if future care and preservation needs exceed the museum’s resources. Donations that that include financial support for long-term storage and preservation are encouraged.
3. Items must have a clear title and be free of copyright restrictions.
4. Donors must provide verifiable record of authenticity and provenance for all proposed donations.
5. A 30-day examination period may be requested for any proposed acquisition.
6. All acquisitions are to outright and unconditional. The museum cannot guarantee that objects donated will be placed on exhibition or that they will be displayed or stored in a single collection. The Marion Historical Museum encourages donations but artifacts must follow the acquisition guidelines. Each artifact must show how it is relevant to Marion County history. The Marion Historical Museum holds the right to deny or donate any acquisitions that do not follow the acquisition guidelines.

Good morning,We are sharing a photo from 1922, The Aulne Room 1 with Miss Colman, teacher. Did you have family in Aulne?...
06/24/2026

Good morning,

We are sharing a photo from 1922, The Aulne Room 1 with Miss Colman, teacher.

Did you have family in Aulne? Do you have school house memories?

Please share in the comments.

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A striking black and white photo taken during the flood of 1941, on the west edge of Marion. What memories do you have o...
06/20/2026

A striking black and white photo taken during the flood of 1941, on the west edge of Marion. What memories do you have of this time?

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According the Henry Schu, "In the 1920's, when I was a kid everything else was done with a binder. We didn't get a thres...
06/19/2026

According the Henry Schu, "In the 1920's, when I was a kid everything else was done with a binder. We didn't get a threshing machine until 1928."

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Main and 3rd Street, the old railroad. Life was sure different back then. If you enjoy our posts, please like and follow...
06/17/2026

Main and 3rd Street, the old railroad.

Life was sure different back then.

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Downtown Marion, 1973. What was life like back then? I would have been two years old. They had a Chevrolet dealership do...
06/13/2026

Downtown Marion, 1973. What was life like back then? I would have been two years old. They had a Chevrolet dealership downtown! I see the Hill building off in the distance.

What do you remember from this year? Please share your memories in the comments.

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A photo titled, " Looking East on Main Street." (Year Unknown)What differences do you notice compared to Marion's downto...
06/12/2026

A photo titled, " Looking East on Main Street." (Year Unknown)

What differences do you notice compared to Marion's downtown today?

I will tell you I sure enjoy looking at those cool, vintage cars of yesteryear.

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06/10/2026

Stop in and see our fantastic youth art exhibit!

Good morning! Here is a fun blast from the past, a photograph of FHA members from 1990-1991.Do you recognize anyone from...
06/10/2026

Good morning! Here is a fun blast from the past, a photograph of FHA members from 1990-1991.

Do you recognize anyone from this photo, or have some fun memories?

If so please share in the comments below.

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Good morning. Today we are sharing a photo shared by Cub Scout leader, Jimmy Meisinger, year unknown.Cub scouts was such...
06/06/2026

Good morning. Today we are sharing a photo shared by Cub Scout leader, Jimmy Meisinger, year unknown.

Cub scouts was such a big part of my life growing up with my brother and father. I bet some of you have fun memories. I remember Pinewood Derby car rallies and camp outs.

Do you know any of the people in this photo? If so, please share below in the comments.

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Good Morning! Today we are sharing a fun photo, from a past era, year unknown of the Red Cross Ladies. Do you recognize ...
06/05/2026

Good Morning! Today we are sharing a fun photo, from a past era, year unknown of the Red Cross Ladies. Do you recognize any of these ladies? If so, please share in the comments below.

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Address

623 East Main
Marion, KS
66861

Telephone

(620) 382-9134

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