National Museum Day
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Discover the museum’s diverse natural history collection of prehistoric fossils found in Kansas, a full skeleton of a Harlan’s Ground Sloth, crystals, meteorites and more! We have an extensive collection of historical artifacts from the McPherson area dating as far back as the Civil War. If you are into sports you will love our sports memorabilia including our Globe Refiners Exhibit presenting the first basketball team to win gold at the Olympics!
National Museum Day
Phone : 620-241-8464 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : director@mcphersonmuseum.com
Web: www.mcphersonmuseum.com
Educational
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Marion Cemetery
A unique monument of great interest in the Marion Cemetery is that of Rueben Riggs. It stands in honor of a man who did not make any major historic contributions, but who is remembered for showing kindness to other people.
Marion, KS CemeteriesHistoric Homes Tour
The Marion Historic Committee has prepared a tour of designated historic homes within the city. These homes range in design of the oldest cut stone of the Wm. Kellison Home dating 1879 to the elegant Victorian examples of the early 1900's.
Marion, KS Historic HomesMarion County Lake and Park
Marion County Park and Lake is a favorite spot for fishermen, as they come from far and near to use the heated dock, where record-breaking fish have been caught. And they do catch 'em! Located near the dam, the heated dock provides 24
Marion, KS RecreationCivil War Memorial
The Civil War Memorial was erected in 1929 by Theodore P. Burkert, a Civil War veteran. It is dedicated to Civil War veterans and the Women's Relief Corps.
Marion, KS Memorials