Kirkman House Museum — Attraction in Walla Walla

Being a huge Adam West fan (my bedtime was prior to the Batman TV show, but I whined until they let me stay up to watch). I was dismayed that the only day I would be in Walla Walla the museum was closed. I sent an email to the staff and they were very gracious to open the museum on Wednesday exclusively for me. The care taker was very knowledgeable and kindhearted. I tailored my tour to see the Batman room last. It was everything I could have hoped for. While there, a gentleman staff member arrived and poo pooed the Batman room, saying it had no business being in the museum. I also read posts here where some feel the same way. I informed that gentleman the only reason I was there was the Batman room, and it turned out to be a top 5 destination on my 10,000 mile Mega-Transect...

Disappointed that the emphasis from the host at the museum was on Adam West who grew up in Walla Walla and stared as Batman. There are many more Walla Wallan's from our past who had a direct, positive impact an this city and should be acknowledged. I expected to hear about the Kirkman's story. Pretty much ended up doing a self tour for $10.00 after escaping the "Bat" room.This truly is a beautiful example of an historic building containing historic furnishings but it still needs a lot of remodel work. The "bat" room has no place in this museum. Take it to the Library or...

We enjoyed the Adam West exhibit that they have on display here. It was WONDERFUL. They really capture the essence of the type of person that Adam West was. Not only was his Batman work up for display, but there was some of his other work on display too. There is an interactive media stand on display as well as an interactive Batman Bookshelf/Bat Pole too! This was a very awesome experience! I would definitely recommend this to my...