EMMETT KELLY MUSEUM

SEDAN, KS

The Emmett Kelly Museum in Sedan, Kansas is dedicated to the life and work of Emmett Kelly, Sr., the legendary American circus performer, best known for his role as “Weary Willie”, the sad-faced hobo clown. The museum and its special exhibits celebrate the life and work of Kelly, who began his career in the circus and later became an international celebrity.

The museum houses a collection of Kelly’s memorabilia, ranging from clown costumes and props to paintings, drawings, and photographs. One of the highlights of the museum is the “Weary Willie” room, which contains a complete replica of the clown’s outfit. The museum also contains a number of displays featuring Kelly’s life and career, including a timeline of his performances, a collection of his personal letters, and a replica of the “big top”, which was the home of the circus during Kelly’s time.

In addition to the permanent exhibits, the museum also offers a variety of special events and programs throughout the year, including a “meet and greet” with Emmett Kelly, Jr., the son of the legendary clown, and a “clown workshop” for aspiring clowns. The Emmett Kelly Museum is open from April to October, and admission is free. The museum is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of the circus and the life of Emmett Kelly, Sr.

EMMETT KELLY MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in SEDAN KS. US MID #8402000084

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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• telephone: 6207253470
• website: http://www.emmettkellymuseum.com

EMMETT KELLY MUSEUM
204 E MAIN ST
SEDAN
KS
67361

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