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Its purpose is to promote and
support the preservation and interpretation of Fort Hays and to provide
an opportunity for people interested in the fort to support its programs
and activities.
Each member will receive a quarterly newsletter, "The Post
Returns," which contains in-depth articles about Fort Hays,
Kansas and the conflict known as the Plains Indian Wars. The newsletter
also highlights activities and programs presented by Fort Hays.
In addition, members will receive a 20 percent discount on purchases
at the "Trader's Store" museum store and an official
membership card.
Fort Hays State Historic Site
is one of 18 historic properties administered by the Kansas Historical Society. Four original buildings survive: the blockhouse (originally
a barracks building that could be used as a defensive postion but converted
to the headquarters building in 1868), guardhouse, and two officers quarters.
A modern visitors center also helps interpret the significance of Fort
Hays to the region, the state, and the American West. The museum was opened
in 1967.
Hours of operation: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday; 1:00 -
5:00 p.m. Sunday - Monday. Adults $3, students and seniors $2,
children five and under and members of the Society of Friends admitted free.
To contact us:
Phone 785-625-6812
Fax 785-625-4785
Email thefort@ruraltel.net
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