Kauffman Museum is OPEN to the public. Masks are required.
In the HEART of the Kansas prairie,
Kauffman Museum is…
A truly original museum experience
Kauffman Museum invites you to stroll through our tallgrass prairie reconstruction and our historic farmstead – open 24/7 for exercise and discovery. Check out what’s going on inside now!
Innovative award-winning exhibitions
From our permanent exhibit Of Land and People and changing, special exhibitions to our traveling exhibits that tour the nation, Kauffman Museum presents deeply researched and creatively designed exhibitions to connect with you.
Programming for active learning
Kauffman Museum offers educational opportunities – from field trips and summertime Uncle Carl’s Camps that engage schoolchildren, to Sunday-Afternoon-at-the-Museum lectures and educational bus tours to stimulate adult learners.
An affiliate of Bethel College, North Newton, Kansas
Being a vital part of the Bethel campus means collaborations with professors, students and alumni – all of which enable Kauffman Museum to provide quality enrichment opportunities for our community.
Upcoming Events
Saturday Bird Walk – January 2022
Our First Saturday Bird Walks depart from the kiosk in the museum parking lot for a mile-and-a-half hike through Chisholm Park and along Sand Creek Trail. Be prepared for some unpaved/steep terrain. Binoculars and a bird book are recommended but not required. Children...
Sunday-Afternoon-at-the-Museum
More details coming soon!
Celebrate Kansas Day!
Celebrate Kansas Day! at Kauffman Museum. Mark your calendars for this free Kansas Day event at Kauffman Museum! We're hard at work planning an exciting and engaging experience celebrating our state's birthday. Please check back soon for more details.
Visit Kauffman Museum virtually! Watch, Listen and Learn through videos, podcasts and exhibit interactives.
- Bird Bytes: Bird News from Kauffman Museum
- Of Land & People Audio Stories
- Kauffman Museum videos including our museum design process, ArtiFact Friday, and more!
- Special exhibit virtual tours and exhibit interactives:
VISIT US
27th and North Main St.
North Newton, KS 67117
Across from the main campus of
Bethel College
HOURS
Tue-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm
Sat-Sun 1:30pm-4:30pm
Closed Mondays and
Major Holidays
CONTACT US
(316) 283-1612
kauffman@bethelks.edu
Mailing address:
300 E. 27th Street
North Newton, KS, 67117-1716