Martin and Osa Johnson Safari Museum

The Martin and Osa Johnson Safari Museum is located in Chanute, Kansas, United States. It houses collections related to the explorations of Martin and Osa Johnson, who were American explorers, filmmakers, and writers. Osa Johnson was born in Chanute.1

The couple gained popularity for their films documenting African wildlife and tribal groups, as well as peoples from the South Seas. They alternated extensive field expeditions with lecture tours, creating motion pictures and gathering valuable geographic and ethnological information. Their work included films like Jungle Adventures and Simba, the King of Beasts, and books such as Camera Trails in Africa. After Martin Johnson's death, Osa continued their work, leading expeditions and producing more films and books. The museum also features a library dedicated to exploration and ethnography.21