The statue was carved by Pete Felton, a well-known Hays, Kansas artist. Frank Walker, a local farmer and businessman, donated the building and many items to the Rooks County Historical Society allowing them to complete what has become one of the nicer museums in Northwest Kansas. The museum features one of the largest displays of dolls in the area. Zelma grew up in the Bow Creek area of Rooks County. Lorenzo Fuller was one of Rooks County's more famous residents.
Some instruments are on display in the museum.
The medical history of the county is displayed in the collection of memorabilia from the Dr. John William McMillen office. McMillen, and his son Jack, were two of the early doctors in the county. A true old-timer could also appreciate the display of farm tools, clothing, machinery, and even some items used to handle law breakers. You might be surprised at how many items take you back to a time in your life when things were a little simpler. Other displays at the museum include items from a one room schoolhouse, information and pictures about the Big Barn near Woodston that met its demise when struck by lightning, and numerous pictures from each of the counties towns.