The Koester House Museum and Gardens is excited to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Charles and Sylvia Koester, who were married on July 25, 1876, and were key figures in the history of Marysville.
Join us on Saturday, July 25, as we debut new exhibits and artifacts. At 10:30, there will be a re-enactment with cake and refreshments. A jewelry display will be shown from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and a kaleidoscope craft will be available for kids in the garden during open hours (or until supplies run out).
We also welcome you to tour the museum, where you can:
- See authentic artifacts from the family’s daily life, including original clothing, stereoscopes, a piano and household furnishings.
- Explore the summer kitchen, ice house and outhouses to discover how families lived before modern conveniences.
- Wander through stunning gardens featuring one of the largest collections of white bronze statues in the United States.
- Learn what it was like to grow up, work and live in Kansas during the late 1800s.
Please note: The Koester House Museum will be closed July 21-24 in preparation for the 150th anniversary celebration.
