FORT BISSELL MUSEUM

PHILLIPSBURG, KS

Fort Bissell Museum is a historical museum located in Phillipsburg, Kansas. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the Fort Bissell military post and the surrounding area. The museum is located on the site of the original fort, which was established in 1870 to protect settlers from Native American attacks. The fort was named after General William P. Bissell, the first governor of Illinois, who was also a Civil War veteran.

The museum houses a collection of artifacts, exhibits, and displays from the fort's history, as well as the history of Phillips County and the surrounding area. The exhibits include military uniforms, weapons, tools, and other equipment used by soldiers and settlers during the 19th century.

Visitors to the museum can also view a replica of the original fort, which includes a barracks, officers' quarters, and a blacksmith shop. The museum also hosts events and educational programs throughout the year, including living history demonstrations, lectures, and workshops.

Fort Bissell Museum is a unique and informative destination for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the role of the military in settling the frontier.

FORT BISSELL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in PHILLIPSBURG KS. US MID #8402000080

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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FORT BISSELL MUSEUM
501 FORT BISSELL AVE
PHILLIPSBURG
KS
67661

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