Kansas Museums & Historic Sites

History Museums

History buffs simply love learning about the epic history of Kansas! Our unique story spans the timelines of pre-history, various Indigenous histories, and, eventually, American history. Check out our list of history museums down below so that you can start planning your next history-themed adventure into Kansas!

Historic Sites

Kansas landmarks also include dozens of National and State Historic Sites. You'll find many of the state's top attractions, including the Nicodemus National Historical Site and the Brown v. Board National Historical Site! You can also find many of our historical markers within the boundaries of many Kansas State Parks!

Drums on display at the Mid-America All-Indian Center

3 Native American History Sites You Have to Explore

Kansas is the homeland of a wide variety of native American tribes. For thousands of years, native tribes lived across the vast prairies passing down their traditions to each successive generation. Tribes such as the…

A man and woman dressed up in historic soldier uniforms salutes the camera at Fort Hays State Historic Site.

Kansas State Historic Sites

Kansas history is American history. Walk in the footsteps of history as you explore the 16 Kansas State Historic Sites. With sites representing Native American history to Bleeding Kansas and the Civil War to the Pony…