Jan 25, 2026

Celebrate Kansas’ 165th birthday at the Smoky Hill Museum Jan. 31

Posted Jan 25, 2026 11:00 AM
Smoky Hill Museum
Smoky Hill Museum

Smoky Hill Museum 

Kansas is turning 165 years old this year, and the Smoky Hill Museum plans to offer a FREE public celebration on Saturday, January 31, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.

The whole family can enjoy learning how to make butter and shell corn at the Kansas Day Open House and Birthday Bash. Plus, there will be demonstrations, a make-and-take craft and delicious birthday cupcakes. Also, be sure to stop by the Museum Store for a wide variety of regional and Kansas products, local artwork and gifts for all ages.

The Smoky Hill Museum is a nationally accredited history museum in downtown Salina, Kansas. This FREE museum is open Tuesdays- Fridays 11-5 and Saturdays 10-5.

For needed accommodations, please call Susan Hawksworth at 309-5776 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Every effort will be made to accommodate known disabilities. For material or speech access, please call at least five working days prior to the event.