FICK FOSSIL AND HISTORY MUSEUM

OAKLEY, KS

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The Fick Fossil and History Museum is a museum located in Oakley, Kansas. The museum features a vast collection of fossils, artifacts, and exhibits that showcase the history of Oakley and the surrounding area. The museum's main attraction is its impressive collection of fossils, including a 14-foot-long fish, a 10-foot-long crocodile, and a 6-foot-long turtle. These fossils are displayed in impressive dioramas that recreate the prehistoric world in which they lived.

In addition to its fossil collection, the museum also features exhibits on the history of Oakley and the surrounding area. These exhibits include displays on the area's Native American history, the pioneer era, and the development of the railroad. The museum also features a gift shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs and books on fossils and local history.

The Fick Fossil and History Museum is open year-round and is a popular destination for families, school groups, and history and science enthusiasts. The museum is staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who are passionate about sharing their knowledge of the area's natural and cultural history with visitors. Overall, the Fick Fossil and History Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history of Kansas and the prehistoric world.

FICK FOSSIL AND HISTORY MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in OAKLEY KS. US MID #8402000082

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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FICK FOSSIL AND HISTORY MUSEUM
700 W 3RD ST
OAKLEY
KS
67748

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FICK FOSSIL AND HISTORY MUSEUM Information

MID # 8402000082
Name FICK FOSSIL AND HISTORY MUSEUM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 39.127721, -100.861636
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 109
US Census Tract: 954600
US Census Block: 2052