Reno County museum shares the history of all cities and townships in Reno County Kansas. We have changing exhibits and also the Oodleplex play area for kids!
Kick of December with #GivingTuesday2020! As you plan your end of the year gifts, we hope that you'll include the Reno County Museum in your giving this year. To donate, visit our website https://t.co/LazDsf5Uou.
Thank you for your support!
We are officially reopening tomorrow and we are taking precautions to keep our guests and our employees safe.
We highly recommend the use of face masks and even have some available upon request.
We look forward to seeing you again!
Another photo from the Hutchinson News collection.
Taken in June of 1977 this one features two boys swimming in a public swimming pool. Unfortunately we do not have their names, but they sure look like there were having a good time!
Another photo from the Hutchinson News collection!
This one was taken in July of 1978 and features firefighter Ted Stewart kneeling down outside Fire House #3 looking down at his new rookie, a chicken.
Artifact of the Day!
This is a lawn edger from circa 1935, produced by Engel Products, Co. This one was donated by Jack M. Karriker Jr. whose father purchased it at a local garage sale.
Another photo from the Hutchinson News collection!
This photo was taken in November of 1975 for a Pegues advertisement. Sadly, we do not know the names of these individuals, so if you recognize anybody please let us know!
Artifact of the Day!
Donated by Olin Mohr, this Physiology Hygiene and Sanitation book was for Kansas Primary schools, roughly ages 4 to 11. It was published in 1917 and has some really great illustrations!
Another photo from the Hutchinson News collection!
This one features interior designers Wayne Wild and Sally Spencer posing with a living room set for an Adams-Parker advertisement.
Artifact of the Day!
This is another artifact from Dale and Mildred Hobbs, who together donated 1716 items! This one is an adorable wire dog sculpture that functions as a letter holder!
Another photo from the Hutchinson News collection!
This one features Carl McCaslin, a collector of antique tractors, standing next to his Case tractor, in line with two of his John Deere tractors.
Artifact of the Day!
Donated by Shirley Ballard this black silk dress with black lace inserts was made around 1865 and bought by Mrs. Mary Byers for $25 (about $425 today). It has 55 Hooks and eyes, 17 stays, and an inner lining and inner belt.
Another photo from the Hutchinson News collection!
This one features Donna Schnurr (left) and Cheryl Hatcher (right) posing with an array of blankets at the Hutchinson National store for an advertisement.
Artifact of the Day!
This covered wagon was donated by Sharon DeVault. Her aunt Mary Jones was crowned queen of the Diamond Pow-Wow in 1946. Sharon also donated the outfits her aunt wore at the event, along with many photos and newspaper clippings of the event. Thank you Sharon!
Another photo from the Hutchinson News collection!
Today we have a portrait of Martha Hamilton holding her oil painting "September at Pagosa" at the Outdoor Art Fair, put together by the Hutchinson Art Association. Photo was taken in 1985 by Greg Holmes.