City of Newton, KS
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MUSEUM HOURS
* January-March: Tours by appointment. Call the Newton Convention & Visitors Bureau at 316-284-3642 at least 24 hours in advance.
* April-May: 1-4:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday
* June-August: 1-4:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday
* September-December: 1-4:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday
Closed on national holidays.
ADMISSION
* Adults & Teens: $5
* Children 5-12 years: $2
* Private tours: $5 per person
Admission is free on the first Saturday in December during the Five Places of Christmas event.
PRIVATE & GROUP TOURS
Private and group tours are available with advance reservation, subject to volunteer availability. Please contact the Newton Convention & Visitors Bureau at 316-284-3642 to reserve a tour.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Visitors to the Warkentin House typically spend 1-2 hours touring the museum. Volunteer docents are available whenever the museum is open to give guided tours or answer questions. Visitors may use interpretive signs for self-guided tours if they wish.
Accessibility: The home is two stories, and tours include both floors. A ramp is available to access the first floor. Visitors must climb stairs to access the second floor. A restroom is available but is not handicapped accessible.
Parking: There is no dedicated parking lot for the museum. Visitors may park on First Street in front of the museum or on side streets surrounding the museum.
Contact Us
Phone: 316-283-3113 (museum) or 316-284-3642 (Newton CVB)
Email: warkentinmuseum@gmail.com