Welcome
The Swan River Museum is the official source of Miami County, Kansas historical information.  We are dedicated to the belief that we can learn from the past to better understand the present and future.

Miami County Historical  Museum
Swan River Museum
Miami County Historical & Genealogy Society
Swan River Museum - 12 E. Peoria, P O Box 123 - Paola, KS 66071

Phone: 913-294-4940  Fax: 913-294-5040


Something For Everyone
We truly have something for everyone.  Come see our military displays, Native American and pioneer artifacts, vintage clothing, furniture, toys, fishing and sports equipment, and much more.  We also feature books, maps, music, and exhibits dedicated to mid 1800 Border Wars and the 2nd U.S. oil well.

Our Early History room has the Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne artifacts from the mission.

We change one room each month for rotating displays.  Visit us regularly and you'll discover something new each time.
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Location And Directions
We look forward to assisting with your inquiries.  Please feel free to contact us:        


In Person or    P O Box 123
by Mail:   12 E. Peoria
  Paola, KS 66071
Telephone:           913-294-4940
E-mail:    Click For E-mail
Maps and Directions are Here

Museum Hours
Open All Year - FREE ADMISSION
Monday - Saturday10 am - 4 pm
Closed Holidays

Geocaching
Come try a new and exciting thing called geocaching. This is the latest in scavenger hunting.  You will have to have the following items: a GPS device, a piece of paper and something to write with,
along with the use of a computer. Check out www.geocaching.com. Create an account and begin your hunt to see places in Miami County and across the US in a whole new way.
We now have free books  in the hallway on the floor please come in and check them out.
New items in the Gift Shop - click here
We are working on a book about the history of Ursuline Academy in Paola.  Do you have memories or stories to share?  We would like to include them.  You can either write them yourself or contact us and we will transcribe an interview.
Help Us Write A Book!
Also, watch for more information on our Patterson Circus project!