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Extended exhibit anchors Miners Hall Museum’s 2026 programs and America’s 250th Celebration

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44 killed in Frontenac mining disaster on November 9, 1888

November 9 marks a somber anniversary in Southeast Kansas. In 1888, 44 men, ages 13-to-45, were killed in Frontenac in the state’s largest mine disaster. 10 nationalities were represented in the deaths: America, Austria, Belgium, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Norway, and Scotland.

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This Isn’t Just A Restaurant Story – It’s A Love Letter To Small Town Roots

This was supposed to be a story about the hardships of opening a restaurant. This is not that story. You see, the owners of Bushel & a Peck had no business moving back to Southeast Kansas. They take food seriously – certainly more seriously than the region is used to.

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