Cloud County Historical Museum
Museum Local museum chronicling Cloud County history
Located in Concordia, the Cloud County Historical Museum exhibits pioneer artifacts, county records and agricultural relics; visitors come for local history and genealogy research.
The Cloud County Historical Museum is a local history museum in Concordia, the county seat of Cloud County, Kansas, dedicated to preserving regional and county heritage.
Exhibits focus on pioneer and rural life, agricultural equipment and railroad-related material, along with genealogical and archival resources for local research. The museum is operated by local historical organizations and serves as a resource for community history and education.
The museum occupies a site in downtown Concordia and serves residents of north-central Kansas; it functions as a repository for county records and artifacts relating to the area’s settlement and development.
- Collections: Houses local artifacts, archival materials and exhibits focused on Cloud County's agricultural, railroad and settlement history.
How to Get to Cloud County Historical Museum #
Concordia, Kansas is on U.S. Highway 81 and U.S. Route 36. The museum is located on North Broadway Street, a short walk from downtown Concordia. Nearest larger airports are Salina or Manhattan; driving is the usual means of access.
Tips for Visiting Cloud County Historical Museum #
- Check the museum's hours before arriving-volunteers staff it and opening days can vary seasonally.
- Ask to see the genealogical files if researching local family history; staff can often pull records on request.
- Visit the adjacent local historical sites-stone churches and railway exhibits are nearby.
Best Time to Visit Cloud County Historical Museum #
Best visited between late spring and early fall when local heritage tours and nearby attractions run.
Weather & Climate near Cloud County Historical Museum #
Cloud County Historical Museum's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (742 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 16 mm.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (111 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.
