PRAIRIE MUSEUM OF ART AND HISTORY

COLBY, KS

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Prairie Museum of Art and History is a historical museum located in Colby, Kansas. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the region and showcasing the art, culture, and lifestyle of the people who once lived in the area. The museum occupies a 24-acre complex that includes several buildings, exhibits, and collections.

The museum features a wide range of exhibits that cover various aspects of the region's history. This includes the pioneer era, the Native American culture, the agricultural and railroad history of the region, and the oil and gas industry. There are also exhibits showcasing the art and crafts of the region, including quilts, pottery, and paintings.

The museum's main building is a two-story structure that features galleries, classrooms, and a gift shop. The museum also has several outdoor exhibits, including a one-room schoolhouse, a pioneer cabin, a train depot, and a blacksmith shop.

The museum hosts several events throughout the year, including art shows, concerts, and festivals. The museum also offers educational programs, workshops, and tours for visitors of all ages. Overall, Prairie Museum of Art and History is an excellent destination for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Great Plains region.

PRAIRIE MUSEUM OF ART AND HISTORY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in COLBY KS. US MID #8402000022

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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PRAIRIE MUSEUM OF ART AND HISTORY
1905 S FRANKLIN
COLBY
KS
67701

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PRAIRIE MUSEUM OF ART AND HISTORY Information

MID # 8402000022
Name PRAIRIE MUSEUM OF ART AND HISTORY
Alternate Name PRAIRIE MUSEUM OF ART AND HISTORY
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 39.370649, -101.045945
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 193
US Census Tract: 953100
US Census Block: 5089