Wakarusa River Valley
Heritage Museum

716 N 1190 Rd, Lawrence, KS 66047       In Bloomington Park on the west side of Clinton Lake

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    Touched by a Story About Shoes
    Janet Faust
    • Apr 20, 2021
    • 3 min

    Touched by a Story About Shoes

    "What a privilege to grow up in such a place as Richland and in such a time. I thank God for that blessing." -- Marian Barrett Vassar
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    1855: Elections, Policies & Politics
    Janet Faust
    • Aug 2, 2020
    • 3 min

    1855: Elections, Policies & Politics

    While we are bombarded with political ads and campaigns, I thought it might be interesting to look back to 1855 when Kansas was a territory
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    Fair Time Meant Fun Time in Richland
    Janet Faust
    • Mar 16, 2020
    • 4 min

    Fair Time Meant Fun Time in Richland

    Every summer, we counted down the days to the Richland Fair because it was the social event of the year with food, games, rides and ribbons.
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    I Remember.
    Janet Faust
    • Mar 5, 2020
    • 3 min

    I Remember.

    It is all about that moment when a hometown becomes a ghost town and what to do to keep memories alive.
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    ​​Call us:

    785-783-4420

    Email us:

    wakarusavalleymuseum@gmail.com

    ​Find us: 

    716 N 1190 Rd

    Lawrence, KS 66047

    Open:

    Saturdays & Sundays 1PM - 5PM

    May 1 - September 25

    Or by appointment anytime

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