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The Fort Harker Guardhouse Museum, operated by the Ellsworth County Historical Society, showcases four beautifully preserved buildings from the historic fort that operated from 1866 to 1873 in Kanopolis, Kansas. Visitors can explore the restored Guard House and view exhibits within the 1905 Kanopolis Union Pacific Depot, which features artifacts detailing the region's significant salt mining history.

This unique museum complex highlights the area's heritage, with the original guard house serving as a small museum and showcasing various items including wagons and intriguing photographs from over a century of salt mining in Kanopolis. Today, only one salt mine remains operational, the Independent Salt Company, which plays a vital role in various industries including road maintenance and the production of goods related to poultry and livestock.

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