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.
Cloud County Historical Museum at a Glance#
Address: 1111 N Broadway St, Concordia, KS 66901, United States
Website: https://www.cloudcountyks.org/historical-museum
Hours: Tue-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun & Mon closed (seasonal variations possible)
Admission: Free (donations welcome)
About Cloud County Historical Museum#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -9° - 3° | -9° | 16 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -6° - 6° | -5° | 18 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -1° - 13° | 2° | 59 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 5° - 19° | 12° | 62 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 11° - 24° | 17° | 111 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 17° - 30° | 23° | 106 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 19° - 33° | 26° | 100 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 18° - 32° | 25° | 86 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 13° - 27° | 20° | 76 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 20° | 13° | 52 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -1° - 11° | 1° | 34 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -7° - 5° | -6° | 22 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |