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This unique and original concept design was recognized by the State of Kansas Tourism Department with a matching Attraction Grant doubling your donations up to $80,000 to fund the Evolution of Energy STEM Wall now through December 31, 2024.
Our Mission
The Mission of the Butler County Historical Society, Home of the Kansas Oil Museum, is to preserve and interpret the history and culture of the people of Butler County and the Kansas oil industry.
This is accomplished by utilizing collections, exhibits, educational programs, special events, and research opportunities.
As an educational organization, we offer year-round programming and group tours to encourage the community interest, now expanding to include the Evolution of Energy STEM Wall.
The new interactive STEM wall is divided into sections known as Wall Stations addressing:
How is energy used? What were the first forms of energy?
How have Petroleum (Oil and Natural Gas), Electricity, and Nuclear Energy transformed the world?
How have Renewable Forms of Energy and Other Energy sources added to the energy sector?
How has the Distribution of Energy from the beginning to today changed (or remained the same) to create the current energy pool?
Concepts are explored with hands on activities
What is STEM Education and why is it important?
Science * Technology * Engineering * Math
Develops talents in problem- solving, collaboration and innovation
Provides a base of specialized knowledge useful in many careers
Teaches critical thinking skills and increases self confidence
Shapes the future, drives exploration and builds economic prosperity
Through the new Interactive STEM Wall, the museum features traditional and renewable energy, encompassing the history of oil and the viable future of the petroleum industry. While the STEM Wall educational components are targeted to elementary students, visitors of all ages will benefit from experiencing the new Evolution of Energy permanent exhibit.
Scroll to the bottom of the page to see more pictures of the Energy Education Center.
The Energy Education Center
Venue Specs
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Main Room
The main room features 9,500 SQ FT of space, great natural daylight, a covered patio and two rooms on both side of the 640 sq. ft. stage. The venue also has and a 14 ft. x 14 ft. overhead door which is great for outdoor entertaining.
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Seating
300 chairs (60) 8 FT rectangle tables & (32) 6 FT round tables The main room has ample room for a 400 person lecture style seating or a 250 person banquet style seating.
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Kitchen
The Energy Education Center has a 294 SQ FT kitchen outfitted with a 46 CU FT refrigerator, whirlpool freezer, and a 190 degree 6-shelved food warmer. There is also an ice maker that produces 550 pounds of ice a day, housed in the utility room.
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Audio & Video
Enjoy a movie or presentation on our 20 FT retractable screen. The venue is also equipped with free Wi-Fi, 52 speakers, 1 handheld microphone, 8 lapel mics and 9 hearing impaired assistance devices all to fit your needs.
Energy Education Center
Standard Rate
10am-4pm (< 4 hours and includes complimentary museum admission) $450
Sunday-Thursday (6 hours +) $800
Friday/Saturday (6 hours +) $1,800
After 4pm (< 4 hours and includes complimentary museum admission) $600
The standard rate does not reflect specials, discounts, coupons or packaged deals we may offer at any given time. Please call 321-9333 or email jennifer@kansasoilmuseum.org for details and/or to hear about our member and non-profit rates.
Energy Education Center
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Community Support
“The Kansas Oil Museum strives to educate K-12 students as well as seniors and everyone in between as they offer unique educational programs and resources not available in other museums."
Ron Estes | U.S. Congressman, 4th District
"This museum has provided a great opportunity for others to learn how El Dorado and the oil industry have contributed to the economic growth of our state and the fuel independence of our country."
Michael A. Fagg | Kansas State Senator
"The Kansas Oil Museum is one of El Dorado's main attractions and the reason so many come to visit our community."
Will Carpenter | Representative, 75th District
"The Kansas Oil Museum is regarded as one of the best oil and gas museums in the Midwest. Our present museum and 10 acres of outside exhibits are second to none."
Loren Jack | Kansas Oil Museum, Board President
"An expanded community area at the Kansas Oil Museum would further their rental capacity, provide space for the Energy Education Center, and enhance visitors' experience at the Museum."
William Johnson | Butler County Administrator
"Projects like this one are key to keeping our students informed and engaged in their education, while showcasing the great careers available to them."
Rod Blackburn | Partners in Education, El Dorado USD 490
"Expanding the existing main building with an outdoor classroom facility would be ideal and most needed."
Les Limon | Guidance Counselor, El Dorado Middle School
Make a donation.
If you would like to donate to the Energy Education Center, donations may be made using the button below.
Checks may be delivered to the Museum during open hours or mailed to:
Attn: Tiya Tonn
383 East Central Ave
El Dorado, KS 67042.
For any questions or to discuss donor options, please contact Tiya Tonn. Tiya may be reached at tiya@kansasoilmuseum.org or by calling 316-321-9333
FAQs
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This building was added to the Museum experience by making a space for interactive STEM activities that look to the future while honoring the Museum’s mission to preserve the history of the oil industry.
The addition of the Energy Education Center has free up space in the Large Exhibit Hall to expand displays and add exhibit features from the Museum's extensive historic collections. It also added a large venue option in the area for events and gatherings.
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The Energy Education Center is an indoor event center equipped with exhibit showcases, tables, seating, a stage, technology for presentations, a kitchen with a service window, and a 14ft access door for special equipment.
The addition of these features in the building allows the Museum to expand exhibit displays, provide a large facility for event rentals, increase interactive STEM activities, and more!