Chisholm Trail Museum — Attraction in Wellington

My husband and I were passing through on our way across the country. Wellington is not too big, so this is one of the places that showed up for us to see. We unfortunately weren't able to get over there until just past 4 pm, so we breezed through a lot of it but made sure to look at every room. It is full of history and donated items on every floor. I wish we could've taken more time (and I'm sure they would've happily accommodated us that front), but we wanted to make sure we were through by closing time at 5 pm. It was really cool to imagine the place being a hospital and how it would've operated back in its heyday.

Truly a treasure here in Wellington and would recommend to anyone passing through to stop. Be sure to take more than an hour like we did! Shout out to the knowledgeable men at the front desk who added information about the original workings of...

Chisholm Trail museum got its start when a group of Wellington citizens joined together to form the Chisholm Trail Museum in 1963. After many meetings and planning sessions, the Chisholm Trail Museum found its home within the walls of the historic Hatcher Hospital building. The hospital had recently closed after the sudden death of Dr. A.C. Hatcher, son of hopsital founder, Dr. A. R. Hatcher. The Hatcher family graciously gifted the hospital building to the Chisholm Trail Museum in 1965. Since that time the Chisholm Trail Museum has acquired thousands of items representing the individuals, organizations and businesses who have made Wellington and Sumner County what...

Great historical museum. Each room has a different theme. It is truly a walk down memory lane. The historic treasures are so interesting. No matter where you are from, the relics can be appreciated. Make sure to leave lots of time to visit since there are 3 floors to tour. Every time I visit my family I make sure to...