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Riley County Historical Museum
Take a peek at the past through changing exhibits on Riley County history and in the photographs, manuscripts, letters, diaries and records of our research library.
Included in the Museum Complex is the 1855 prefabricated Hartford House, the Randolph Jail, and the Goodnow House.
Guided tours by appointment.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Admission
- Free Admission
- Hours
- Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pmSaturday and Sunday, 2:00 to 5:00 pm
- Address
- 2309 Claflin
- Phone
- 785-565-6490
- Website
- www.rileycountyks.gov/328/Historical-Museum
- Map
- Get Directions →
Research Library (local history) by appointment Guided Tours by appointment
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Events in Manhattan
Jul
16–20
Riley County Fair and Kaw Valley Rodeo
Jul
16–18
Kaw Valley Rodeo
Jul
25
National Day of the Cowboy
Jul
25
Brew 2 Shoe 10K, 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Jul
25
Tuttle Creek Crappie Club Tournament
Aug
20–21
Purple Power Play
Aug
30
Grandparents Day at Sunset Zoo
Sep
25–26
Annual Pumpkin Patch Arts and Craft Show
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