Miners Hall Museum

Miners Hall Museum Miners Hall Museum, located in Franklin, Kansas, is built on the original site of the Union Hall whe Free admission

Happy Father's Day from Miners Hall MuseumToday we honor the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who helped build ...
06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day from Miners Hall Museum

Today we honor the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who helped build our communities through hard work, sacrifice, and determination.

Many of the men whose stories are preserved at Miners Hall Museum came to Southeast Kansas seeking opportunity for their families. They worked long hours in the coal mines, on the railroads, in local businesses, on farms, and in service to our nation. Their grit and perseverance helped shape the communities we call home today.

As we celebrate Father's Day, US 250, and Pittsburg 150 Celebration, we remember not only the work they did, but the values they passed on—family, responsibility, faith, courage, and service to others.

To all the fathers and father figures who continue that legacy today, we wish you a very Happy Father's Day.

What a wonderful evening at the Pittsburg 620 Day Celebration!Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Miners Hall Museu...
06/21/2026

What a wonderful evening at the Pittsburg 620 Day Celebration!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Miners Hall Museum booth to learn more about our Liberty Ledger Project and to those who chose to add their names, memories, hopes, and dreams to history by signing the ledgers. It was exciting to see so many people eager to be part of this unique project during America's 250th and Pittsburg's 150th anniversary celebration. Photos show two of the signers having a great time leaving their mark in history.

The event drew a tremendous crowd, the weather was absolutely perfect, and the community spirit was on full display throughout the evening. We especially enjoyed visiting with old friends, meeting new ones, and watching participants of all ages take a moment to leave their mark for future generations.

Linda Knoll and Phyllis Bitner staffed the booth throughout the evening and thanks to Joshua McCloud for helping with setup and making sure everyone stayed hydrated—including delivering some delicious homemade lemonade from one of the vendors! And a huge shout-out to Susan Bestor who made sure we had everything we needed for the event.

If you didn't have an opportunity to sign the Liberty Ledgers at 620 Day, there's still plenty of time. The ledgers are available for signing during regular business hours at Miners Hall Museum, and we'll also have them at special events throughout the year. At the end of 2026, the completed ledgers will be placed in a secure location for posterity, preserving a snapshot of our community during this historic period.

Thank you again to everyone who helped make the evening such a success. We look forward to seeing many more signatures—and stories—in the months ahead!

Add Your Name to History!

🎉 We're looking forward to joining the Pittsburg 150 Celebration for this year's 620 Day festivities!Be sure to stop by ...
06/20/2026

🎉 We're looking forward to joining the Pittsburg 150 Celebration for this year's 620 Day festivities!
Be sure to stop by Miners Hall Museum booth and learn more about the Liberty Ledgers, a special America 250 and Pittsburg 150 project that gives everyone an opportunity to leave a message for future generations.
What would you like people to know about your family, your community, or life in Southeast Kansas in 2026? Whether it's a favorite memory, a family story, words of wisdom, or simply your name and hometown, your contribution will become part of a permanent historical record.
✍️ Choose the option that fits your story:
• Patriot Entry – 2 lines $5
• Liberty Entry – 4 lines $10
• Legacy Entry – Full page $25
As a special thank you, every participant will receive a unique commemorative Liberty Ledger keepsake card to take home. Created exclusively for this project, these collectible cards celebrate America's 250th anniversary, Pittsburg's 150th, and serve as a lasting reminder that your story became part of the historical record.
The completed ledgers will be sealed in a time vault at the end of 2026 as part of the nation's 250th anniversary celebration.
As we celebrate 620 Day and Pittsburg's 150th anniversary, it's the perfect time to reflect on our shared history and help preserve it for the future.
We hope you'll stop by, visit with us, and add your name to history!

Congratulations to Olive and Angel of Sullivan Book Arts and Wyrd Hoard Letterpress & Photography on the first anniversa...
06/20/2026

Congratulations to Olive and Angel of Sullivan Book Arts and Wyrd Hoard Letterpress & Photography on the first anniversary of their brick-and-mortar location in Pittsburg!

We were thrilled to see them featured in today's Morning Sun and especially honored that one of the projects highlighted in the article was their work on the Liberty Ledgers for Miners Hall Museum. As the article noted:

"One of their biggest and most beloved projects so far was working with Miners Hall Museum in Franklin."

Their craftsmanship, creativity, and attention to detail helped transform our vision into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece of history that will preserve the thoughts, hopes, and stories of our community for future generations.

If you'd like to see these remarkable ledgers in person—and add your own name and message to history—stop by the Pittsburg 620 Celebration today from 6:00–9:00 p.m. under the Pritchett Pavilion. Whether you choose a Patriot, Liberty, or Legacy entry, you'll be helping create a time capsule of life in Southeast Kansas during America's 250th anniversary year.

Please join us in congratulating Olive and Angel on this exciting milestone and thanking them for helping make the Liberty Ledger Project such a success!

Be sure to stop by Miners Hall Museum booth at Saturday's 620 Day to pick up your Pittsburg 150 memorabilia. You can al...
06/19/2026

Be sure to stop by Miners Hall Museum booth at Saturday's 620 Day to pick up your Pittsburg 150 memorabilia. You can also learn more about the Liberty Ledgers, a special America 250 and Pittsburg 150 project that gives everyone an opportunity to leave a message for future generations. The mugs are almost sold out and they are no longer available. They have been a big hit so pick yours up Saturday night at the 620 event. We will be located under the Pritchett Pavilion.

A Big Thank You to Our Park Volunteers!With all the recent rain, there haven't been as many opportunities to be out work...
06/18/2026

A Big Thank You to Our Park Volunteers!

With all the recent rain, there haven't been as many opportunities to be out working in the park as usual. But that doesn't mean our volunteers have been taking a break!

These five dedicated volunteers continue to help keep trash under control and do everything they can to make Franklin Community Park a safe, clean, and enjoyable place for everyone. And when the weather keeps them indoors, they're still hard at work. Right now, they're meeting online to develop a plan for redesigning one of our garden areas to make it easier to maintain and enjoy for years to come.

Sometimes the most important volunteer work happens behind the scenes—planning, organizing, and preparing for what's next.

We are grateful for their commitment to our community and to Franklin Community Park. If you see one of these volunteers, please take a moment to thank them. Their efforts help make this park a place we can all be proud of.

❤️ Thank you for helping keep Franklin Community Park beautiful, welcoming, and ready for the next sunny day!

Address

701 S Broadway Street
Franklin, KS
66735

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

(620) 347-4220

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