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Watkins Mill Visitors Center and Museum

Museum Visitor center

👍👍 The part of the museum I saw was free. I think you could buy tickets for something but I'm not sure what it was. There is lots to see without buying tickets for something. I was impressed and there's a lot of history there. This place is worth your time visiting. I think some of the historic buildin... People often mention time,


Address

26600 Park Rd N, Kearney, MO 64060

Contact

(816) 580-3387

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (60 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Saturday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 10:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Monday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM

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  • 5/5 Joseph G. 2 years ago on Google
    The part of the museum I saw was free. I think you could buy tickets for something but I'm not sure what it was. There is lots to see without buying tickets for something. I was impressed and there's a lot of history there. This place is worth your time visiting. I think some of the historic buildings you could have previously gone inside but we're closed and I'm thinking that's due to covid.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wesley L. 11 months ago on Google
    Went fishing first and got to the visitor center right at closing time, we will go back when we have more time. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angela K. 2 years ago on Google
    This is one of my favorite places in the area. I walk for hours taking pictures of all the tiny bits of beauty to be seen out here. The garden, chickens, sheep, moss, trees and the buildings. The center itself is cool and pristine clean. The people are always so informed and friendly. Plenty of parking even for campers. This is my mothers day stroll to myself every year.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kerry T. 10 months ago on Google
    Nice to get out of the hustle and bustle of the city and just enjoy a relaxing day
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 CowboyFletch 8 months ago on Google
    EXPECT TWO HRS TO SEE IT ALL.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Judy R. 10 months ago on Google
    Had an awesome tour of the Watkin's home this morning. Our guide, Hunter, a 16 year old high school student was the highlight of our day. It was obvious he loves history, this 170 year old home and getting to share his enthusiasm and knowledge. His positive attitude will take him far!!!!! Thanks Hunter.

  • 5/5 Chris W. 11 months ago on Google
    Very informative. This is the first time I really understood the grinding/milling process. Great displays comparing that era with today . Waltus Watkins and his family were amazing pioneers. Friendly and helpful staff . Next time we will give ourselves much more time .

  • 3/5 Montie C. 1 year ago on Google
    Location is very interesting and great history. Make sure you pay for the tour or you can not tour the buildings. This is not made clear at the entry. It is a long walk to the factory building to find out you can't go in. Would have been happy to pay but thought we could do a casual tour by ourselves. Our mistake.


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