Museum of World Treasures

Museum Eclectic museum with global artifacts and oddities

In Wichita, the Museum of World Treasures assembles diverse collections-natural history, archaeology and cultural artifacts from many places. Visitors encounter fossils, historical objects and educational exhibits spanning multiple eras.

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The Museum of World Treasures is a private museum in Wichita, Kansas, presenting a broad mix of objects spanning natural history, ancient civilizations and modern history. Its collections are arranged into themed displays that cover subjects from paleontology to cultural antiquities.

Exhibits typically include fossil and prehistoric specimens, artifacts from ancient cultures, and displays relating to more recent historical topics. The museum aims to offer a wide-ranging, family-friendly overview of world history through objects.

The museum assembled its collection from private acquisitions and donor contributions to create a multi-themed museum experience in Wichita. It operates as an independent institution serving regional visitors and school groups.

The museum is located in downtown Wichita, Kansas, and is positioned to serve local residents and visitors to the city’s central entertainment and cultural district.

  • Setting: Located in downtown Wichita, making it accessible to families and visitors to the Old Town area.
Museum of World Treasures
37.6871, -97.3279

How to Get to Museum of World Treasures #

The Museum of World Treasures is in downtown Wichita, Kansas. From I‑135, take the downtown exit and follow signs to Douglas Avenue; the museum is a short drive from central parking options and within easy walking distance of other downtown attractions.

Wichita Transit provides bus routes through downtown; many visitors park in one of the public garages near the museum and walk in.

Tips for Visiting Museum of World Treasures #

  • Allow at least two hours - the museum's collections span natural history, pop culture, and military artifacts that reward slow browsing.
  • Check the schedule for periodic live demonstrations or lectures; the museum often hosts local historians and collectors.
  • Combine the visit with a walk along nearby windows and murals; the area's history is littered with odd storefront museums.

Best Time to Visit Museum of World Treasures #

Good to visit spring through fall for neighborhood strolls and events; winter visits are quieter but still worthwhile.

Spring-Fall
April-October · 50-85°F (10-29°C)
Mild weather makes exploring the museum and surrounding Wichita neighborhoods comfortable.
Winter
November-March · 20-45°F (-7-7°C)
Colder months are quieter; check for holiday hours or special exhibits.

Weather & Climate near Museum of World Treasures #

Climate

Museum of World Treasures's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 34°C. Moderate rainfall (830 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. The driest month with just 22 mm.

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (120 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 34°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 34°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 29°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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