Abilene from A to Z Bus Tour
In conjunction with the current special exhibition, K is for Kansas, we'll visit a Kansas town rich in history. We'll find everything from A to Z in Abilene. This tour will visit: -Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum & Boyhood Home -Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad and Hoffman Grist Mill -Seelye Mansion -M for a Mystery Stop! […]
The Growth and Decline of the Alta Community: A Case Study of Dead and Dying Towns in Kansas
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesThe Growth and Decline of the Alta Community: A Case Study of Dead and Dying Towns in Kansas by Renae Stucky, Access Services Librarian at Bethel College. In conjunction with Bethel College Fall Fest. Free and open to the public.
First Saturday Bird Walk
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesJoin experienced birders as they spot feathered friends! Our First Saturday Bird Walk departs from the kiosk in the museum parking lot for a mile-and-a-half hike through Chisholm Park and along the Sand Creek Trail. Be prepared for some unpaved/steep terrain. Binoculars and a bird book are recommended but not required. Children accompanied by an […]
70th Annual Christmas Bird Count in Halstead-Newton
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesAnnouncing Audubon's 120th Christmas Bird Count and Halstead-Newton's 70th year participating in community science data. Your participation continues to be important! Information: • WHERE: Groups will meet at the Museum (27th and Main in North Newton) at 6:45 AM for group organization and paperwork. The final compilation is planned at the Museum at 4:45 PM. […]
Museum Closed
Museum Closed for Christmas Day
Museum Closed
Museum Closed for New Year's Day
Celebrate Kansas Day!
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesCelebrate our state’s birthday with this free Kansas Day event. • Presentation, Lecture Name, by Lecturer at the Luyken Fine Arts Center at Bethel College, 11 am • Food trucks in the Kauffman Museum parking lot from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm • Free Kansas Day activities at the museum, from 1 pm to 4 […]
First Saturday Bird Walk
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesTIME TBD Join experienced birders as they spot feathered friends! The walk departs from the kiosk in the museum parking lot for a mile-and-a-half hike through Chisholm Park and along the Sand Creek Trail. Be prepared for some unpaved/steep terrain. Binoculars and a bird book are recommended but not required. Children accompanied by an adult […]
First Saturday Bird Walk
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesThe Kauffman Museum First Saturday Bird Walk for May is cancelled. Please take some time to go outdoors on your own. The birds seem especially happy to be singing for us this year. What a nice gift to remind us that spring is on its way, virus or no virus!
Save the Date!
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesMay 9 Time TBD Special spring museum event to be announced!