Mission Statement

McPherson Museum and Arts Foundation preserves and presents for public benefit the historical, cultural and artistic heritage of the McPherson community.

Our Collection

Discover the museum’s diverse natural history collection of prehistoric fossils found in Kansas, a full skeleton of a Harlan’s Ground Sloth, crystals, meteorites and more! We have an extensive collection of historical artifacts from the McPherson area dating as far back as the Civil War. If you are into sports you will love our sports memorabilia including our Globe Refiners Exhibit presenting the first basketball team to win gold at the Olympics! The Museum preserves cultural artifacts from China and Africa including a variety of prehistoric Native American artifacts consisting of tools, points and pottery. Visit the museum to see our detailed Model Train Exhibit based on the railways that run through McPherson, Kansas. In our Fine Art Gallery you can view the lithographs and original paintings of artist, Birger Sandzen. The museum also offers archival services for research with access to our vast collection of historical documents and photographs from McPherson and surrounding communities.

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Event Venue

Are you planning a special event? We may have the perfect space for you! Let the museum host your conference, meeting, shower or holiday party.

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Memberships

Become a member today and help support the museum! Memberships come with some benefits including the chance to help others in our community!

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Museum Hours

Monday - Friday: 10am - 5pm

Saturday: 1pm - 5pm

Appointments available. Call to schedule a school or group tour at (620) 241-8464.

Admission is FREE, thanks to our members!

Be sure to check our Facebook page for closures or special updates.

McPherson Museum is a 501 (c)(3), not-for-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of local history, art and culture in McPherson, Kansas. We receive no state or federal funding and rely on the good will of our donors, members, patrons and community organizations to assist us in fulfilling our mission. Please consider keeping history and the experience of discovery alive by supporting us directly through donations.

Head to our Support page to learn more!