Immersive frontier town experience featuring historic buildings, live reenactments, and thousands of Old West artifacts.

General Information

Hours:

Summer (Memorial Day – Labor Day): Daily 8am to 8pm
Off Season: Monday to Saturday: 9am to 5pm, Sunday: 1pm to 5pm
Closed: New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas

Fees:

Adults (18–64): $18
Seniors (65+): $16
Youth (6–17): $10
Children (5 and under): Free
Combo tickets available for dinner and show

Pet Policy:

Only service animals are allowed

Closest cities with hotels:

Dodge City, KS

Seasons:

All year, best in summer for full reenactment experience

Location:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Zz9ZzZzZzZzZzZz9

Website:

boothill.org

How to Get There

From Dodge City, KS (0 mi): Located in downtown Dodge City on Wyatt Earp Blvd, just west of Central Ave.

Overview

The Boot Hill Museum brings the Wild West to life on the original site of Dodge City’s infamous Boot Hill Cemetery. With over 20,000 artifacts, including historic firearms, clothing, and photographs, the museum offers a vivid portrayal of frontier life in the 1870s and 1880s. Visitors can stroll down a recreated Front Street, explore period buildings like the Long Branch Saloon and general store, and enjoy live reenactments of gunfights and saloon shows that capture the spirit of the Old West.

Open year-round, the museum is especially lively in the summer, when costumed interpreters, can-can dancers, and country-style dinners create a fully immersive experience. The museum also hosts the Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame and features interactive exhibits for all ages. Whether you're a history buff or just looking for family-friendly entertainment, Boot Hill Museum offers a unique and educational journey into America's frontier past.

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