Watkins Museum of History
Watkins Museum of History
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: 120
Banquet Capacity: 100
Reception Capacity: 150
Total Space (sf): 1680.00
Largest Room (sf): 1680.00
Theatre Capacity: 60
Theatre Capacity: 120
Banquet Capacity: 100
Reception Capacity: 150
Accessibility Amenities
- Wheelchair
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
Feb 19
Steve Earle with Shannon McNally
Liberty Hall
Feb 20
Screenagers: Film Screening & Panel Discussion
Liberty Hall
Feb 22
{e}MoT!0N$ energy?motion?shapes by Javy Ortiz
Cider Gallery
Feb 22
Final Friday
Lawrence Arts Center
Feb 22
Screening: William Allen White, What's the Matter With Kansas?
Watkins Museum of History
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