Watkins Museum of History
Watkins Museum of History
COVID-19 Update:
We are currently closed.
The Watkins Museum hosts exhibits and programs exploring the cultural heritage of Douglas County from its settlement in the "Bleeding Kansas" period through the Civil War, reconstruction, westward expansion, and Civil Rights eras. Presentations, festivals, concerts, and workshops are offered for a variety of age groups and interests. Families, in particular, enjoy exploring the 1878 Playhouse.
Facility Information
Looking for a different venue for a corporate business meeting, family reunion, seminar, graduation celebrations, birthday or similar gathering? Consider the Watkins Museum of History! Not only will you be in beautiful downtown Lawrence with restaurants and unique shopping opportunities you will be in one of the most historic buildings in Lawrence. Behind the Scenes tours of the Museum and historical interpretations can be arranged.
Meeting Rooms: 1
Total Space (sf): 1680.00
Largest Room (sf): 1680.00
Theatre Capacity: 60
Theatre Capacity: 100
Banquet Capacity: 60
Reception Capacity: 100
Total Space (sf): 1680.00
Largest Room (sf): 1680.00
Theatre Capacity: 60
Theatre Capacity: 100
Banquet Capacity: 60
Reception Capacity: 100
Accessibility Amenities
- Wheelchair Accessible
Details
Region: Downtown
Address:
1047 Massachusetts St.
Lawrence KS 66044
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1047 Massachusetts St.
Lawrence KS 66044
Phone: (785) 841-4109
Visit WebsiteUpcoming Events
Sep 25
A Whale of An Art Talk: Jos Sances and Elizabeth Schultz LIVE
Lawrence Arts Center
Sep 25
Humanities in the Wild: New Farmers
Zoom - Virtual Event
Sep 25
Training Wheels: Children's Toys & Lawrence History
Watkins Museum of History
Sep 26
Rev It Up Hot Rod Street Festival
South Park Gazebo
Sep 27
Sunday Storytime / Facebook Live
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