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Oil Patch Museum

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OIL AND GAS

Oil Patch Museum

Russell, KS | Russell County

Russell flourished in the oil-boom days of the 1920s and 1930s, and the story of the people and events surrounding these times is told here. Outside the museum, see oil-field equipment and three limestone sculptures by artist Gary Christy.

Hours of Operation

Thursday Friday
4:00 PM
to
6:00 PM 		2:00 PM
to
4:00 PM
Open Memorial Day to Labor Day
Attractions    History    Museum    Oil and Gas    Sculpture

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