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Boot Hill Museum

at Front and Fifth Streets, Dodge City, KS
316-227-8188
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Ranked #1 of 20 attractions in Dodge City
Type: History Museums
Owner description: Explore the Old West at this museum dedicated to preserving the history of Dodge City, through exhibits, audiovisual programs and, in the summer,... more » Owner description: Explore the Old West at this museum dedicated to preserving the history of Dodge City, through exhibits, audiovisual programs and, in the summer, stagecoach rides and mock gunfights. « less
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Entrance was $9. There is a whole lot to see. The museum is bigger than it looks. When you leave the museum there is a main street sort of thing where they have a working geneeral store and saloon. We partook in a couple of frosty beverages in the saloon at a very reasonable price.

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Fargo, North Dakota, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

It was fun learning a bit about the earlier days in Dodge City. we visited before the regular tourist season so not a lot going on while we were there.

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Killeen, Texas
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

The folks that "work" in the shops on the Front Street Boardwalk were friendly, knowledgeable and eager to talk all about the history of Dodge City. The lady at the general store and the bartender and piano player in the Long Branch Saloon were very friendly and informative. The ladies in the admission/souvenir store did NOT have the same "people... More

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Mundelein, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

Better than expected. Great historical display of Dodge City KS. Museum employees were very knowledgeable.

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Seward, Nebraska
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

We were there in the 'winter' season so we didn't get to enjoy any shootouts or entertainment but it was still worth the trip. Hokey at times, but since it's all a re-production that's to be expected. Definitely have a beer, or a soda in the Long Branch Saloon. The couple working gave us a good history lesson, played tunes... More

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East Glacier Park
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

A lot of history, I really like the Gunsmoke Exhibt, it brought back many of the stories on the series. A must for young or old. The stroll down main street was great.

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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

This is such a cool place to visit. While nothing can bring back the true old west at least here you can get a taste. From the piano player in the bar to the gun shoot out on main street they really make you feel welcome in the old west. There is even a old fashion chuck wagon style dinner... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

Okay, the cemetary part was a bit hokey and dated (not just in the hundred year old way). The gun museum was cool. My son made gunfighter figures out of cardboard and played with them after our visit. The old town and stories inspire young minds.

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San Antonio, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

I'm not sure what I expected from Dodge City but I must say that the individuals with which I worked at the Boot Hill Museum were absolutely incredible and so very accommodating. We had an evening event for about 100 people and they were entertained the entire evening with mock shoot-outs, saloon girls, historical characters, etc. If you're planning a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013 via mobile

Very interesting items in museum that is set up like small shops. It is interconnected inside and they have really nice displays. We were driving through town and had just enough time to stop before they closed and we were glad we did. The cemetery is up the hill at the top and its a short hike to reach on... More

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