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Jewell County Museum

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Price Level: Free
♿ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
MUSEUM

Jewell County Museum

Mankato, KS | Jewell County

See a newly-renovated exhibit featuring the Columbian Mammoth. Remains of seven mammoths have been found in Jewell County, more than anywhere else on the Great Plains. Several structures house the museum's diverse collections, including the Wint Smith building, which features exhibits about Brigadier General Smith.

Hours of Operation

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Closed Closed Closed 10:00 AM
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2:00 PM
10:00 AM
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2:00 PM
10:00 AM
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2:00 PM
Closed
Mid-April to mid-October
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