CLENDENING HISTORY OF MEDICINE MUSEUM

KANSAS CITY, KS

The Clendening History of Medicine Museum is a unique museum located in Kansas City, KS, that showcases the history of medicine and healthcare from ancient times to the modern era. The museum is named in honor of Dr. Logan Clendening, a renowned physician and medical historian who donated his extensive collection of medical artifacts and books to the University of Kansas in 1941.

The museum houses over 4,000 items, including medical instruments, books, and manuscripts, that provide a comprehensive view of the development of medicine over the centuries. The exhibits are organized thematically, covering topics such as anatomy, surgery, pharmacy, and medical education.

Visitors can view a wide range of fascinating items, such as an early 19th-century bloodletting instrument, a 16th-century book on herbal medicine, and a collection of medical bottles and jars. The museum also has a collection of artworks and medical illustrations that depict the human body and various medical procedures.

The Clendening History of Medicine Museum is a valuable resource for students and researchers in the medical field, as well as anyone interested in the history of healthcare. It is open to the public free of charge and offers guided tours and educational programs for visitors of all ages.

CLENDENING HISTORY OF MEDICINE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in KANSAS CITY KS. US MID #8402000090

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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CLENDENING HISTORY OF MEDICINE MUSEUM
3901 RAINBOW BOULEVARD
KANSAS CITY
KS
66160-7311

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