The Smoky Hill Museum is a nationally accredited history museum, in the heart of downtown Salina, Kansas. This FREE museum tells the history of the Smoky Hills in a dynamic and inviting way, interweaving it with experiences, tales, graphics, and artifacts.

Our mission is to inspire a broader understanding of the region’s rich history by engaging visitors and residents of all ages through diverse learning experiences.

The Smoky Hill Museum is a division of the Salina Arts and Humanities Commission, a department of the City of Salina. The Friends of the Smoky Hill Museum is an auxiliary organization created to support the activities of the Smoky Hill Museum, including funding, volunteer services, advocacy, public relations assistance, and community involvement.