Preserve the Stories of People and Places
For more than seventy years, the Leavenworth County Historical Society has preserved the people, places, and stories that shaped our community. Through museum exhibits, research collections, and educational programs, we protect and share the rich history of Leavenworth County.
Carroll Mansion Museum
Explore exhibits that tell the story of Leavenworth County inside one of the city’s most beautiful historic homes.
Research & Archives
The Steiger Research Center houses photographs, records, and archival materials documenting Leavenworth County history.
Glass Negative Collection
A rare photographic record of Leavenworth County—available for viewing and select prints.
Help Preserve Our Local History
Memberships and donations help preserve artifacts, support research, and keep the stories of Leavenworth County alive for future generations.
Spirit Of The Buffalo
We are excited to announce “The Spirit of the Buffalo” outdoor art exhibit for Leavenworth County! The Leavenworth County Historical Society, along with community partners and the Kansas State Tourism office, is introducing a long-term exhibit designed to enhance and promote tourism to the county.
A herd of metal buffalo (4’ x 5’ x 28”), hand-crafted in a unique design, will be individually painted in a motif (depicting Historic Leavenworth, the Old West, spirit_of_the_buffalo, and the State of Kansas) selected from an original art design submitted by local artists. The county-wide exhibit project a powerful image and a distinct historical identity for Leavenworth County, resulting in a unique tourist attraction in the United States. An added component of the countywide attraction is a digital learning application that allows visitors to download narratives to their mobile phones. The stories will explore the history and culture of the Kansas Plains Natives and their cohabitation with the buffalo before the opening of the Kansas Territory.
