Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum

Founded in 1966

ABOUT
Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum was founded in 1966 to honor those who participated in the Cherokee Strip Land Rush of September 16, 1893, as well as to preserve the history of the area.
Experience the history of the Cherokee Strip Land Rush, early Arkansas City, south-central Kansas, and north-central Oklahoma.
Learn about the cultures that lived in this area. Visit the Bland School House. While here, take in the exhibits and the Cowley County Genealogy Library, where you can learn about those who participated in the Land Rush in 1893, early pioneers, and more.
MISSION
The mission of the Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum is to collect, preserve, and present culture and documentary items which focus on the Land Rush, Kansas, and the localized history

INDIVIDUAL

$20 per year

FAMILY

$40 per year

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Only $25 a year with membership

Jr. Membership

Do you know anyone in 1st-8th grade? Do they like museums? We have a great opportunity for them to enjoy our museum. Ask us for more information.

  •  4/12/2025 06:00 PM
  •   31639 U.S. 77, Arkansas City, KS 67005, USA

Get ready to shout "BINGO!" and win some amazing prizes at this fun-filled event. Our professional Bingo caller will guide you through multiple rounds of the classic game, and there will be plenty of opportunities to win big. Doors open at 5:00pm and games start at 6:00pm

  •  2/11/2025 06:00 PM - 2/11/2025 08:00 PM
  •   31639 U.S. 77, Arkansas City, KS 67005, USA

Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum presents Night at the Museum. Come see where the new meets the old. Featuring new exhibits, join us as you walk through the history of Cowley county and discover where your ancestry lies. Light refreshments will be served

  •  2/7/2025 06:00 PM - 2/7/2025 08:00 PM
  •   31639 U.S. 77, Arkansas City, KS 67005, USA

Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum presents Night at the Museum. Come see where the new meets the old. Featuring new exhibits, join us as you walk through the history of Cowley county and discover where your ancestry lies. Light refreshments will be served

  • 31639 US Hwy 77, Arkansas City, Kansas, United States