Discover the Secret Cultural Gems of Salina, KS

Salina, Kansas may be a small town but it is brimming with surprising cultural experiences. From quirky museums to unexpected public art installations, there are hidden gems that will delight any traveler looking for unique and offbeat experiences.

One mustvisit stop in Salina is the Smoky Hill Museum (211 W Iron Ave). This free museum celebrates the rich history of Saline County through exhibits on its earliest inhabitants, local military heroes, and even a replica pioneer cabin. Visitors can also attend special events like craft fairs or historical reenactments.

For theater lovers, The Stiefel Theatre (151 S Santa Fe Ave) is a gem. Built in 1931 as one of Kansan oil magnate Charles B Sternbergs grand movie palaces. It now offers live concerts and productions yearround. Every performance comes with an authentic vibe that speaks to its historic significance.

The visual arts are wellrepresented at the Salina Art Center (242 S Santa Fe Ave), which showcases works from both local and national artists in changing exhibitions throughout the year within its galleries housed inside an old Masonic Temple Building builtin 1927.

Few know about Auggies Discovery Room (1002 McAdams Rd), part of The Rolling Hills Zoo experience where creative families have access to handson areas dedicated specifically for children aged ten years old and younger giving them opportunities to learn about nature creatively while having fun.

Escala Vinery a wine tasting room attached winemaking facility located on a working farm outside Milford owns two massive elephants at its entrance making every visit unforgettable not just because of their gorgeous wines but their vibrant artwork displays by amazing artists!

Finally, make sure you discover Joes Dairy Bar & Grill (1106 E Crawford St) tucked away in east downtowns onceforgotten corner has been around since the early 1950s offering a delicious menu and with oldfashioned charm, great people watching and one of the best hamburger joints in Salina.

These are just some of the hidden treasures to discover in Salina. Get off the beaten path and explore all that this charming town has to offer.

Websites:

https://www.salina.com/news/20190210/smokyhillmuseumnamedbestlocaltouristattractioninkansas

https://www.stiefeltheatre.org/

https://salinaartcenter.org/

http://rollinghillszoo.org/experience/auggiesdiscoveryroom.html

Twitter: @VisitSalinaKS