I am a sucker for old school encyclopedic museums, and this one is pretty iconic in this arena…read more It's eclectic, filled with oddities, and super fun for the whole family. Where else are you going to see dinosaurs, mummys, and a handwritten letter by Elizabeth I? I really enjoyed walking around, exploring, and I know my kiddo did as well. It's in an old building downtown and has loads of charm everywhere you look. 4/5 stars because I thought the kids play area was a bit of a letdown - it felt a bit dirty and neglected. There also isn't a cafe, which I think would be a fun addition if they ever plan on expanding or remodeling. The exhibits were wonderful though, and I thought for the price it was a great deal. Overall I'd for sure go back and if you're the kind of person that enjoys something off the beaten path, or has a love for old stories and a solid diorama, this is the place for you.

Second time there. First time was several years ago. I like the mixture of historic artifacts…read more The Greek and Roman sections were my favorites. I spent a lot of time reading the information posted. I spent over two hours there. There is a children's play area on the third floor if you want to bring your youngsters.

Free. Paid small amount for featured exhibition. Love to give back that way…read more Lots of parking. Clean restrooms. Gift shop was nice. They do have a cafe-did not partake. Wonderful art, truly enjoyed the pieces. Take an hour and hang out!

The Dale Chihuly glass exhibit was amazing…read more In the main art exhibit (free to visit - no charge), I saw exactly 1 painting that took my breath away. The rest were pretty bleh. I am from the East Coast, by the Smithsonian and all DC museums. I have been spoiled by art my whole life. I have also taken art and art history courses. My partner said the good art is at the bigger museums. He is not wrong! So what's left over is what's here at this smaller museum in the middle of the country. That's sad. People in this area deserve to see beautiful art too. The visiting exhibit is awful right now. I don't want to say what it is. But it's just awful and we paid $6 per person to see it. I looked at everything and had to get out of there. Nothing enjoyable. The museum was packed. I think we went on Valentine's Day or thereabouts. We got food. It took quite a while to get the food. Else enjoyed the live jazz! Or at least I did! Nothing like live jazz. I am an artist and I would love to have my art in this museum - then I know beautiful art would be hanging up that people would enjoy looking at. Driving home, my partner said he wouldn't pay $6 to see that visiting art exhibit again, but he would pay $100 to see my art - which is hanging in his own living room! I feel very sad about my review. But it's my truth. Art is subjective , I suppose. I hope future exhibits knock it out of the park. Hopefully this was just a low point for the museum.

A great place to visit while in Lindsborg! The artwork of Lester is very interesting and he has a…read morewide variety of mediums. In addition, the guide explains things very well and is knowledgeable. Would recommend coming here.

My family visited Lindsborg on the 30th and 31st of December. We stayed at the Swedish Country Inn,…read moreso we walked to the Red Barn Museum. It is a really, really neat building! It has an amazing history about it. The art throughout it is very impressive! Lester Raymer did almost every medium of art. My favorite "thing" about the museum though was the artist working in the back room, Shin-hee Chin. Shin is an amazing artist! She uses large thread on things like blankets, to create murals. It takes a lot of time and patience! She was very nice and spent a lot of time talking with us. Check out her website!

Definitely the weirdest and quirkiest place I have been to in all my travels. Certainly very unique…read moreand I was not expecting to see The Main Dude in a state of decomposition in the backyard mausoleum. Yes, the embalmed body of the guy who built the Garden of Eden is on display in a glass-topped coffin. The entire place is bizarre and is built out of concrete. And the construction did not begin till the artist - an eccentric civil war vet with WILD political and religious ideas - was well into his 60s. The guided tour is nice and gives a good history about the place and the artist. Recommend visiting if you are in the Lucas/Wilson area. Weird. Delightfully weird.

My wife and I decided to take a different route home from Colorado to Texas and ended up cutting…read morethrough Kansas. On the way, we saw a sign for Garden of Eden as we travelled on I-70. We are so happy we took the time to go off the beaten path to see this place! Unfortunately, it had closed an hour or so prior by the time we arrived, so we could only read the signs outside and observe the exterior art. We really would have loved to see the inside. This is definitely a hidden gem and something out of the norm!

Visiting the Frank Lloyd Wright Allen House in Wichita is a rewarding little detour, even if you're…read moreonly taking it in from the sidewalk, since the grounds are private and not open to the public, but you can still see a surprising amount while being respectful of the property. Designed in 1915 for Henry and Elsie Allen, the house is a beautiful example of Wright's Prairie Style, all long horizontal lines, art glass, and a low roofline that settles into the neighborhood in that unmistakable Wright way. They do offer tours, but this random weekday after lunchtime wasn't one of those times, so I just walked the perimeter and appreciated how the geometric detailing and symmetry reveal themselves from different angles, making it absolutely worth a quiet stop. [Review 729 of 2026 - 80 in Kansas - 25910 overall]

Every time I go to a new FLW I always say "this is my favorite one." I truly think - 'could I live…read morehere right now?' This one I would say yes. The gift shop is so little and that is fine but it is difficult to herd the guests and the tour guide we had was really knowledgable. The house is nice and I think the normal tour is the one people should opt for because it covers what you want anyway. The best part, they accommodated us last minute and I really appreciate that. I wish that the gift store had enamel pins :)

It's mainly geared for kids. I'm giving it five stars for that. If you have children, definitely…read morebring them here. There was a small amount that interested me: The aviation section, the small display on Kansas insects, and the huge model train layout.

A family favorite! We love the traveling exhibits, the play area for small children and the movies…read morein the dome theatre. We also can't wait for all the upcoming additions outside!

It's a small museum and they kind of try and do a little bit of everything with it, just in small…read moreversions. When I visited, there was a modern photography exhibit, a small exhibit displaying 1800s Kansas art, a small exhibit showing some pottery (I didn't really go in here so I can't tell you much about it) and a really cool exhibit of 1930s art and posters from the 1930s labor period. All of it was cool, but considering the space issues, I wish the museum would focus on one or two exhibits that were a little larger and more in depth.

We visited the museum today - and although the building is attractive and it's in a parklike…read moresetting, it's small and therefore the selection of artwork is quite limited. There's an interesting-sounding temporary exhibit opening on Friday and the permanent exhibit was fairly nice, but don't bother going out of your way to visit the museum. Admission is free, and the two students working at the reception desk were very friendly.

05/2026 While driving through Hutchinson, Kansas, my wife…read moreand I stopped at Troy's BBQ for lunch. During our meal, the owner came by to check on us and asked what brought us to the area. We told him we were just passing through on our way home and asked if there was anything worth seeing nearby. He recommended the local space museum and Strataca, the underground salt mine. After finishing lunch, we decided to check out the salt mine since it was only a short drive away. When we arrived, the building looked more like a regular business office than a tourist attraction. Inside, there's a ticket counter where you purchase your tour tickets, along with displays and information about the mine. As luck would have it, we were the last two people admitted for the day's tours. After receiving our hard hats and a brief orientation, we headed to the elevator. It felt a little strange seeing an elevator in the middle of the building that takes visitors 650 feet underground. The ride down takes about a minute and a half in near darkness, adding to the anticipation. When the elevator doors opened, it felt like stepping into another world. Despite being hundreds of feet underground, it looked like a massive building with no windows. The size of the chambers carved entirely out of salt is incredible. The first part of the tour is self-guided and explains how the salt is mined, the machinery involved, and how dynamite is used to break apart the salt deposits for harvesting. After that, board a train that travels through parts of the mine, showing where mining operations began and explaining what life was like for the miners, including break and lunch area. Learn about the equipment used and more. Dark Ride tour, where a guide drives you through additional sections of the mine on a golf cart while sharing stories and information about its history and operation. The tunnels stretch for miles, and since mining still takes place today, it's fascinating to see how much of the mine remains active. They even host special events, dinner theaters, and private functions underground. This was one of the most unique attractions we've visited and far exceeded our expectations. An excellent tour from start to finish, and we would absolutely do it again.

We had a great time at the Salt Mines. We learned so much. The best part was the very kind and…read morehelpful staff! It's great for kids over the age of 4. I learned all I never knew about salt.

Eric R. and I brought our friends who were visiting from Oklahoma to see the new Museum of Art and…read moreLight on Saturday. When we walked in, we immediately were drawn to the beautiful chandelier of many colors. It appeared wise for Eric R. and I to become annual members, as that would be a better deal if we planned to visit twice in one year. It also came with two tickets to Mesmereyez, the immersive experience which currently is featuring Renoir. We checked our coats at the front and went first to Mesmereyez, which was really cool. Then we went to Cafe Azul, the third floor cafe operated by Radina's. After enjoying snacks and beverages, we toured the third floor, which has both a gallery right now of impressionist art and a learning lab filled with toy cars and campers. The impressionist art collection was incredibly impressive. I honestly did not expect to see Picasso, Max, Picot, Chagall, Renoir, and works by other famous artists. It was an impressive collection, and one of the Picot's was my favorite piece. Then we went to the second floor which had one small and one large gallery featuring digital art. That was really fascinating too. From the balcony we could see a giant eye on the floor of the entrance and a closer view of the chandelier. We stopped by the shop on the way out and looked around. This is a very nice place to visit, and I will definitely return. Access to Cafe Azul requires a museum ticket or membership. Annual membership includes 10% off at the cafe and store, two tickets to Mesmereyez, and then 25% off future Mesmereyez tickets. I highly recommend a visit here if you have time!

Staff was friendly and welcoming. Went with my partner during a less busy time and was able to find…read morethings and enjoy the space without worrying about crowding. Bookstore was a little overpriced, but otherwise great.

I visited south central Kansas recently. If you asked me what I most remembered about my visit, I…read morewould say "ghosts" and "Ellinwood Underground Tunnels." If you're in Ellinwood or anywhere near this area, you need to take the tour. It's so interesting! There are tunnels under this small Kansas town, and the public (you) can experience them. The tour will lead you through a portion of the network of tunnels, and the tour guide will tell you all about the history. The tour starts at the Ellinwood Emporium, a charming little thrift/vintage store. You'll descend some stairs to the underground tunnels, where you'll learn about the activity that was happening in the tunnels in the late 1800s. The tunnels were a place to get a haircut and a shave, a place to bathe, a place to shop and relax. But also: Apparently, some stuff went down and now the tunnels also house spirits. There's one room that you'll see on the tour that the owner will not walk into, because there's a spirit in there that he doesn't want to mess with. Each room that you see on the tour is grim and creepy. The space in the Ellinwood Tunnels is heady, and is definitely housing some sort of bad energy, if you ask me. Head's up: This tour is not wheelchair- or stroller-friendly. You need to be able to climb down and up some steep stairs, and then navigate your way through tunnels, which have uneven ground.

It makes me sad that there aren't many reviews for these underground tunnels (outside of Yelp as…read morewell.) This was one of the most fascinating things we did while visiting this part of the country and I really wish that it was more of a destination. Listen, I understand. It's kind of in the middle of nowhere and the square footage is pretty low. However, Rick, the guide and owner (??) of the antique shop that sits above one portion of the tunnels is an incredible story teller and he has actual items that lived in and were used in the underground portion of this town. It's like a time capsule. I've been on other underground tours (like in Seattle) and even though they're more visited and more well known, they don't hold a candle to what Rick has. This isn't a kitschy, fake tour. This is about real and actual history, with real, appropriate artifacts and I loved it. The tour when you come back upstairs and head across the street to the hotel is a little bit different. The building, including the underground, was empty when they purchased it so all the items they have down there are found, bought or donated. But at least they are honest about it and don't make up fake stories for you. It's such a cool thing to do for such a minimal fee. I'd recommend this tour to anyone.