Artifact Friday

A pair of metal bird decoys used at the Athol Hunting Club. Donated by Eleanor Lynch. Bates County Museum Collection.

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Bates County Museum
802 Elks Drive
P. O. Box 164
Butler, MO 64730
660-679-0134 voice/fax
660-424-3210 (cell)

director@batescountymuseum.org

Driving Directions:

From North or South on I-49 take the Butler/Amoret/West 52 Exit
Turn East off of the ramp onto W. Fort Scott Street
Take the 3rd Left (north) onto Sunset Dr.
At the “T” turn right (east) onto W. Mill Street
Take the 1st Left (north) onto Elks Drive
The Museum is on the left about 1/2 mile up Elks Drive.

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April 1st through October 1st

Tuesdays 8:00am-11:00am
Wednesday – Fridays 8:00am-3pm
Closed Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and legal holidays
Other Times Available by Appointment

Due to staffing issues, it is recommended you call ahead before visiting.

Admission rates are $5 for adults, $2 for students 6-17, and children 5 and under are free. Members of the Bates County Historical Society can tour the Museum at no charge.

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