Old Cowtown Museum

Old Cowtown Museum is a unique historical site located in Wichita, Kansas, offering visitors a glimpse into the city's vibrant past during the late 1800s. Situated along the Arkansas River, the museum spans 23 acres and features over 50 historic and recreated buildings, including homes, businesses, and community centers. What sets it apart is its immersive recreation of a functioning cowtown, allowing visitors to experience life as it was during the era of Westward Expansion and the cattle trade boom. The museum's authentic settings and detailed preservation efforts make it an educational and engaging destination for those interested in frontier history.