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Hutchinson, Kansas

The Reno County Museum features six rotating galleries that focus on the county's rich history and heritage from the early pioneers to present day.

A claim house, outhouse, windmill, 1902 switch engine and 1954 caboose are displayed on the museum grounds. Interactive children's areas are filled with hands-on activities for children of all ages. A recreated cabin and Indian tepee are available for children to crawl into. Museum staff will develop special programs and guided tours for interested visitors with prior arrangement.

Periodic special events such as classic car shows and storytelling festivals are sponsored by the museum.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Historic Fox Theatre

Since 1931, this theatre has been a fixture in downtown Hutchinson. The Fox made a comeback in 1999 following an extensive restoration and is now a center for art, entertainment and education. Designated the "State Movie Palace of Kansas"

Hutchinson, KS Historic Theatres

Kansas Underground Salt Museum

The Kansas Underground Salt Museum explores the story of salt in a subterranean environment as few have seen before. Voted as one of The 8 Wonders of Kansas it is the only museum of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. Visitors descend 650

Hutchinson, KS Museums

Salt City Splash Aquatic Center

Salt City Splash Aquatic Center offers four pools, a picnic area, dressing rooms, lockers, concessions and lots of shaded areas. The Tiny Tot Pool (for ages 7 and under)

Hutchinson, KS Water Parks

Hutchinson Zoo

The Hutchinson Zoo features wild habitat exhibits with naturalistic settings. River otter, pronghorn, bison, coyote, ringtail, bobcat, reptiles, porcupine, golden eagles, and native birds are but a few of the animals. The Animals &

Hutchinson, KS Zoos


Things to do near Hutchinson, KS

The Humphrey House

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Carry Nation Marker

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