ABOUT US
McCreary County Museum
Located in the heart of Historic Stearns, the McCreary County Museum is housed in the old Stearns Coal and Lumber Company Corporate headquarters, built in 1907. The Museum was founded in 1988, and we invite everyone to visit and explore our unique history.
2026 Event Schedule for Stearns KY
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Upcoming Events
Events
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Hours
April 2 - November 1
Wednesday - Friday: 10AM - 3PM
Saturday: 10AM- 6PM
Sunday: 12PM - 6PM
Pricing
Adult (ages 13-59): $5.00
Senior (ages 60+): $5.00
Child (ages 6-12): $3.00
Toddlers (ages 0-5): Free
FREE ADMISSION with purchase of BSFSRY ticket (this excludes any specialty train event.)
SKRECC members receive a discounted price with proof of membership
Service members, veterans, and locals will recieve a child rate (Veterans must be present at the time of purchase with active military ID)
Visit The Museum Today!
The Museum is filled with historic documents, objects, and photographs pertaining to Historic Stearns and McCreary County, including exhibits that demonstrate the culture and lifestyle of McCreary Countians over the years. Our Museum overlooks the town of Stearns which features the Big South Fork Scenic Railway and local craft and gift shops.