Museum Fairway, KS

Shawnee Indian Mission State Historic Site

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Shawnee Indian Mission State Historic Site website

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The Shawnee Indian Mission State Historic Site is located in Fairway, Kansas, serving as an educational venue with a significant historical context. Established in 1839, it functioned as a manual training school for Native American children from tribes such as Shawnee and Delaware. Today, it operates as a state historic site offering educational tours, insights into Native American history and culture, and interactive lessons. The programs are designed to enhance cultural understanding through hands-on experiences, making it a valuable educational resource for homeschoolers interested in history, cultural studies, and Native American heritage.

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