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Wolf House Museum, Manhattan, KS
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Wolf House Museum

630 Fremont St · Manhattan, KS

Why you should go…

John Frank built this two-story limestone house in 1868 and advertised it as the German Boarding House. The Perry family bought it in 1875 and kept it a boarding house for 63 years, and Lucile Wolf gave it to the Riley County Historical Society in 1982. Today the house is interpreted as an 1880s home, with a restored parlor, dining room and bedrooms and special exhibits from time to time. Group tours can be arranged by appointment.

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  • #house museum
  • #victorian era
  • #manhattan ks

Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

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