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The Watkins Museum of History tells many stories about the diverse people and events of this area. We have an exciting array of programs and rotating exhibits. Our community room can be rented for events. Our expert staff and volunteers can assist with genealogy and local history research.
Everywhere I visit, I love checking out the local museum of history to learn the regional past. Watkins did not disappoint, and highlighted well what a visitor with limited time ought to know... Read more
We spent at least an hour and a half here and I easily could have stayed longer but we had to move on. The Watkins Museum is housed in the beautifully restored Watkins bank and mortgage building,... Read more
Very lovely museum worth a visit. A nice collection of historical information about the very turbulent an important past of Lawrence and the state of Kansas. Good for kids too! Very educational. Read more
Watkins Museum of History
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- Tue - Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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