530 N Adams
Junction City, KS 66441

Hours
Tuesday–Saturday

Office hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Walk in hours: 1:00 pm–4:00pm

Free admission

Phone
(785) 238-1666

Email
gearyhistory@gmail.com

The Geary County Historical Society is a treasure trove of information about the rich history of Geary County, Kansas. Whether you're a local history buff or just curious about the area, our museum is the perfect place to start your journey. Discover the fascinating stories of the people, places, and events that have shaped our community over the years.

Step back in time to 1862 "Confluence City" KS, where a wagon train heading west just rolled into town to restock supplies and enjoy one last day in civilization before they enter the open prairie. Wagon train members have been traveling together for nearly two months, tensions are high, and secrets are starting to come out. Everyone is doing their shopping on Mainstreet when suddenly a gun goes off and the wagon master is found dead. It will be up to guests at the local saloon to help Deputy D. O. Wright solve the murder. 

Tickets for the event are $45 a person or $240 for a table of six. Tickets include: a one-of-a-kind interactive murder mystery, one drink ticket, a catered BBQ dinner with all the fixins, and an old-fashioned photo taken of each party. Costumes are encouraged and photos will be taken from 5:45pm-6:30pm. 

Tickets can be purchased by cash or check at the museum, located at 530 N Adams, Junction City or online. Processing fees apply with online purchases. All proceeds from the event help support the Geary County Historical Society. 

The mission of the

Geary County Historical Society:

  •  to preserve and collect the history of Geary County, Kansas
  • to disseminate historical information using all appropriate media
  • to provide community education on local history and culture
  • to preserve historic landmarks
  • to recognize exceptional historic preservation
  • to promote public participation in preservation and commemoration of regional, state, and national history
  • to operate museum/historic sites that preserve objects of value to the Geary County story 
Geary County Historical Society teaching at the Spring Valley Historic Site.

Preserving, Displaying, and Educating since 1972

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Geary County Historical Society Staff

  • Heather Hagedorn

    Executive Director/Curator

    gearyhistorycurator@gmail.com

  • Kim Neptune

    Director of Programs & Education

    gearyhistoryprograms@gmail.com

  • John Sterling

    Custodian

  • Research Center

    gearyhistoryresearch@gmail.com

“The Geary County Historical Museum occupies an attractive limestone building... There are three floors of permanent and rotating exhibits. The displays and organization are far better than most local historical museums.”

Keith Stokes via KansasTravel.org

“Very nice, informative, and lots of cool exhibits! This was a great family outing!!”

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“All your hometown history! Hands on exhibits, military history, hometown & women's history, flood exhibit, native american history all for free. Cute gift shop...These folks take pride in their history and displays..”

Google Review

“Cute little museum! Easily walkable with both my toddler and grandmother.”

Deanna Marie via Facebook reviews

We look forward to seeing you soon.