Mennonites migrated to the central plains of North America from Russia and Prussia 150 years ago. Explore their stories, the stories of the original peoples of the prairie, and the land they inhabited in the award-winning permanent exhibit, “Of Land and People.”

Upcoming Events

Uncle Carl’s Camp: Watercolor My World 2

Uncle Carl's Camp

July 7-11, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. | Age: 9 to 12 (Completed Grade 3-6) Discover a variety of techniques for working with watercolors. Drawing from observation, campers will use nature and objects from the museum exhibits as subjects for their artwork. Come paint your...

First Saturday Bird Count

Bird Walk

Our First Saturday Bird Walks depart from the kiosk in the museum parking lot for a mile-and-a-half hike through Chisholm Park and along Sand Creek Trail. Be prepared for some unpaved/steep terrain and summer weather. Binoculars and a bird book are recommended but not...

First Saturday Bird Walk

Bird Walk

Our First Saturday Bird Walks depart from the kiosk in the museum parking lot for a mile-and-a-half hike through Chisholm Park and along Sand Creek Trail. Be prepared for some unpaved/steep terrain and early fall weather. Binoculars and a bird book are recommended but...