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Riley County Museum reopens after renovation; new curator Carly Farren introduced
Summary
Museum staff reported reopening after a six-week closure for renovations and exhibit changeover; the museum named Carly Farren curator of archives and library and deaccessioned 12 objects following review by the Historical Society board.
Catherine Hensler, director of the Riley County Museum, reported to the commission on Feb. 13 that the museum reopened on Feb. 8 after a six-week closure for renovation and exhibit installation.
Hensler said the museum held a members-only opening attended by 119 people and a public opening that drew 31 visitors on Feb. 8; January visitation had been low because of a blizzard and scheduled closures. "We are now open our regular hours," Hensler told commissioners, and she thanked county staff, volunteers and the…
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