Cowley County Historical Society Museum

The Cowley County Historical Society Museum is housed in one of Winfield's original schools built in 1886. The native stone building and its historical displays keep local history alive and available to the people.

A variety of artifacts are displayed that help portray the history of the area. Many of these materials are in period rooms such as the doctor's and dentist's offices, an early day classroom, a glass collection, and others.

The museum also houses a library, archives and a genealogy department. Documents of historic value, photos, books and biographical and genealogical records can be found here. Genealogical researchers are welcome.

In the spring of 1990, a building was completed to house a 1931 American LaFrance fire truck owned by the City of Winfield. Firefighters restored the truck; "the first non-chain driven, V-12 fire vehicle delivered west of the Mississippi." Also on display in the Fire Hall No. 1 room is fire related memorabilia including a horse drawn chemical tank and photos of the Winfield Fire Department in action.

Hours: Saturday and Sunday, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Call for appointments or tours,

Address: 1011 Mansfield
Phone: 316-221-4811

Handicapped Accessible

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Winfield Area Attractions

• Cowley County State Lake - (Arkansas City, Kansas)
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• Quail Ridge Golf Course - (Winfield, Kansas)
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• Baden Square Tour - (Winfield, Kansas)

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Kansas Recreation

• Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge
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• Fort Scott National Historic Site
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• Fort Larned National Historic Site
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• Brown V Board Of Education National Historic Site
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