Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 2026
The Columbus Museum ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide when you contact us through our website, such as your name, email address, phone number, and the details of your message or research question. We may also collect information you provide by phone, by mail, or in person, including when you purchase a membership or make a donation at the museum.
We do not collect payment information through this website. Memberships and donations are currently accepted in person by cash or check, and we do not collect or store credit card or bank information online.
We may also automatically collect non-personal information such as browser type, device type, general location (city or region), pages visited, the website that referred you, and time spent on the site through standard web analytics tools provided by our website platform (Squarespace). This information is used in summary form and does not identify you personally.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies, which are small files stored on your device. Some cookies are necessary for the website to function and stay secure, and others are analytics cookies that help us understand which pages are most useful to visitors. You can choose to block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most of the site will still work if you do, though some features may not work as intended.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to respond to your inquiries, manage memberships and keep records of donations, communicate information about museum events and programs if you have asked us to, and improve our website and visitor experience.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
When We Share Information
We only share personal information when it is needed to operate the website or the museum, or when required by law. This includes service providers that help us operate, such as Squarespace, which hosts this website and processes contact form submissions on our behalf, and legal reasons, such as responding to a lawful request from a court or government agency.
Third-Party Services and Links
Our website includes a Google Map to help you find us and links to other websites, such as our Facebook page. These services have their own privacy policies and may collect information when you use them. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of other websites.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information you provide. Our website uses a secure (HTTPS) connection. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
How Long We Keep Information
We keep messages and membership records only as long as we need them to respond to you, maintain museum records, or meet legal requirements.
Children's Privacy
Our website is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Your Rights
You may request to review, correct, or delete any personal information you have provided to us, or ask us to stop sending you museum updates, at any time by contacting us using the information below.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Columbus Museum
100 S Tennessee Ave, Columbus, KS 66725
Phone: (620) 429-2160
Or send us a message through our Contact page.