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Welcome to the Topside of Kansas! We are excited to share our community with you and want you to enjoy the land of wide-open spaces, quiet sunrises, breathtaking sunsets, and starry night skies. Whether you are traveling through or looking to relocate to our...
The 60-mile Smoky Valley Scenic Byway travels through the Smoky Hill River Valley, a showplace of seasonal native grasses and wildflowers, windmills, limestone bluffs, and historic trails.
A symbol of compassion, peace and positive changes. The Pride flag painted house serves as the resource center for all Planting Peace human rights initiatives and as a statement to equity for all.
Ending legal segregation in public schools, Brown V. Board tells the story and fight for desegregation across the U.S. The location is pivotal in the Civil Rights Movement.
History from prehistoric to modern eras with 30,000 sq ft of exhibits. Named one of the “8 Wonders of Kansas History.” Home to Santa Fe’s oldest surviving locomotive.
A spectacular 120-acre lake has paddle boating, fishing, and sail boarding. Spacious shelters, picnic areas, nature trails, play areas, archery range, off- leash dog area, disc golf course, and a place to enjoy mountain biking and horseback riding.
Every June, Shawnee Town 1929 comes alive with the sights and sounds of the start of summer. Headliner entertainment, a carnival, parade, arts, crafts and food vendors make for a weekend of jam-packed fun.
Two theatres within this beautiful facility stage musicals, comedy, and dramas for all ages throughout the year.
Come ride the Switchgrass Mountain Bike Trail, rated “Epic” by the International Mountain Bicycling Association.
Check out the unique Dream Theater where locals have been volunteering to “Keep the Dream Alive” for over 60 years. Come see a 3-D movie, and enjoy the popcorn.
Civil War veteran S.P. Dinsmoor started sculpting his populist vision at the Garden of Eden in 1905 at age 64.
Welcome to the badlands of Kansas! Self-guided trails are open sunup to sundown and offer scenic overlook areas into the chalk formations. Ranger guided hikes are also available.
The Butterfield Trail Museum in Russell Springs preserves the rich history of Butterfield’s Overland Despatch stage line in the original Logan County Courthouse.
The Buffalo Bill Cultural Center is a Community Travel Information Center offering regional and state-wide brochures, maps and travel information. Open Mon - Fri 9 am - 5 pm and Sat 11 am - 5 pm. The center offers multiple permanent exhibits such as Buffalo Bill's...
Offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation options and 1,250 acres of parks to explore next to the largest water reservoir in Kansas.
Hike in the midst of research. The majestic beauty this land showcases the Flint Hills of Kansas. Oh, Manhattan!
The #1 choice of High School Students in the state of Kansas, Kansas State University is the state’s first established land-grant institution.
Home to more than 200 amazing animals – from anteater to zebu – the Sunset Zoo offers up-close views.
Begin your discovery of the Flint Hills with interactive learning exhibits and the Immersive Theatre Experience, fun for all ages.
OCTOBER 5TH, Territorial Day celebrates Lecompton’s Territorial past with parades, reenactments, food, vendors, carnivals, and special exhibits.
On the grounds where the Kansas State Capitol was to be built stands Lane University, now a museum dedicated to the history of Lecompton.
See over 200 Christmas trees from Nov. 1-Jan. 3 during Christmas in Lecompton with vintage and antique ornaments at the Territorial Capital Museum.
Established in 1827, the third-oldest active military installation in the nation. Known as “The Fort that Opened the West”.
The center is home to a distinguished Black Dignity Portrait Collection of photographs, General Colin Powell memorabilia, Underground Railroad and Buffalo Soldier artifacts.
The shopping district is filled with family-owned and veteran-owned small businesses. There’s something for everyone.
No city can boast an array of basketball history like Lawrence – where the game came of age. That’s why we’re often called the “Cradle of Basketball.” View Dr. James Naismith’s Original Rules of “Basket Ball” at the DeBruce Center.
On the last Friday of every month (all year long!) from 5-9PM, the streets of Downtown Lawrence and the Warehouse Arts District erupt with art and entertainment.
Holds nearly 10,000 square feet of exhibit space to display the colorful history of the American mounted horse soldier from the Revolutionary War to 1950.
Houses an extensive collection of vintage photographs, newspapers dating from the Civil War, and Geary County’s genealogical records.
Aviation history buffs will love this full-size working model of the helicopter at High Plains Museum, 1717 Cherry.
Lots of fun for the entire family in the summertime! The Aquatic Park consists of a leisure pool with a lazy river, zero depth entry, a floatable walk area, a family slide, a speed slide, a flume slide, and a water slide splash-down area. Located separately is a...
Built in 1907, Thomas County Courthouse is full of rich history. It was placed on the National Registry in 1976.
Take a journey 100 years long at National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame museum and complex chartered by Congress to honor the American farmer.
Azura Amphitheater opened in 1984 to be the prime outdoor concert venue in the Kansas City metro area. The venue was recently renovated in 2008 and has a seating capacity of 18,000. The Amphitheater box office is located at 633 North 130th Street in Bonner Springs,...
Explore the exciting world of racing at the Greyhound Capital of the World. Two retired racing Greyhounds serve as greeters.
Relish the luxury of this 11,000 sq. ft time capsule, an “8 Wonders of Kansas—Architecture” winner, with furnishings bought at the 1904 St. Louis Worlds’ Fair. It is also home to a wooden bowling alley that’s more than 120 years old!
Discover the earliest days of telephone technology, marvel at massive cattle drives, and ride the 1901 C.W. Parker carousel - the oldest operational Parker carousel in existence!
Beautiful NEW streetscape features 67401 FUN – eclectic indie shops, eateries, museums, sculpture tour, family fun center, and entertainment!
Restored 1931 theater presents concerts of diverse genre, dance, comedians, and is home to the Salina Symphony.
Discover Kansas’ newest Zoo with more than 131 species and 449 “residents”. Dioramas in the Wildlife Museum present a “journey around the world”.
The bricks surrounding the Veterans’ Memorial list the name, service, date of service and conflict of individual veterans from Russell County.
Visit the clearest lake in Kansas. With 9,000 water surface acres and over 100 miles of beautiful shoreline, this is a wonderful spot for your recreational activities.
An off-leash dog park at Exit 53 features separate areas for large and small dogs, complete with watering station. It also has a shaded picnic area and children’s playground.
The Downtown district features a historic walking tour and some of the best boutiques, breweries, restaurants, and bakeries in Kansas.
See world-famous fossils, as well as the dinosaurs and prehistoric sea creatures that inhabited the Great Plains over 80 million years ago.
Tour the site’s visitor center, as well as some of the original buildings of the U.S. Army fort established in 1865.
One of the 8 Wonders of Kansas, the Cooper Barn, largest in the state, is located at the Prairie Museum of Art & History.
The Colby Visitors Center is located on I-70 at the Exit 53 interchange. This unique building incorporates traditional Kansas limestone with a contemporary design that includes a real grain bin recognizing the importance of grain and agriculture to our area. Travelers...
In the annual “Bleeding Kansas Lecture Series” at Constitution Hall historians discuss the same issues that were debated inside the hall 160 years ago.
Get ready to unplug, get muddy, and experience an epic adventure like no other at our facility. Leave behind the monotony of everyday life and embrace the excitement and joy that awaits you. Remember, the most important thing is to have fun and push your limits. So,...
A hands-on children’s museum bringing education, creativity and discovery through play. 15,00 sq ft of indoor activities as well as a 4.5-acre certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom.
The last Friday evening in June is a night full of family fun at the expansive Stump Park with food trucks, live music and the perfect cap off to the evening - a huge fireworks display.
Step back in time and experience a typical day in and around the 1920’s farm community of Shawnee, through authentic collections, exhibits, programs and events.
The largest lake in the state provides anglers a wide variety of species to catch. Milford State Park offers outstanding fishing opportunities and plenty of camping sites and other activities.
Kansas Speedway is a 1.5-mile tri-oval racetrack and currently hosts two annual NASCAR race weekends and numerous events throughout the year.
The Lewis and Clark Expedition arrived at Kaw Point, the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri rivers, on June 26, 1804. The park offers hiking and biking trails, boat ramp, fishing opportunities as well as an education pavilion.
Embark on a culinary adventure in Kansas City, Kansas and earn prizes along the way. The KCK Taco Trail includes nearly 60 local taquerias featuring street tacos, Tex-Mex style tacos, and more.
Located in the heart of Village West, Legends Outlets is Kansas City’s premier outdoor shopping & entertainment destination, and the only designer outlet center in the state of Kansas. With more than 100 designer outlets, retail, and dining options, Legends...
Each first Sunday in May, bicycle enthusiasts from through the region trek to Shawnee to peddle their way on routes that range from family-friendly to the competitive expert. In fact, some of these have been rated as the best in the Midwest!
One of the most diverse habitats in Kansas, the wetlands encompasses 927 acres of rich, natural wildlife. 278 species of birds and 487 plant species have been identified here.
Explore the beautiful campus and visit these museums – KU Natural History Museum, Spencer Museum of Art, and the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics.
Downtown Lawrence has been the heart of the city since its founding in 1854. It is a rare slice of Main Street, America, that offers unique dining, shopping, art and live entertainment.
Ride the rails on a 100-year-old steam engine, enjoy an open-air car, or dine aboard a dinner train.
Named #1 Kansas Attraction by USA Today, see the all-new exhibits complete with new technology and interactive components. Discover why Dwight Eisenhower became known as the Champion of Peace and learn about Mamie not only as First Lady, but as a friend. Come meet Ike...
The center presents innovative changing exhibits and the cinema hosts nightly features.
The Garage contains changing exhibits of classic, custom, rare and vintage automobiles, interactive exhibits, concessions and a gift shop.
For an inspiring and uplifting tour full of art and architecture, visit the Historic Churches of Ellis County.
Twenty-five miles south of Oakley, Monument Rocks, a National Natural Landmark, were formed from deposits left by an ancient sea.
Get ready for a trip to the moon! Moon Marble Company is truly out-of-this-world and is a fun stop along I-70 to see how marbles are crafted by hand and explore their extensive store of old-time games, puzzles and toys. Artisan and owner Bruce Breslow frequently...
The cemetery honors our fallen heroes. The motto of the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery in WaKeeney is “No one is ever buried alone. All are buried with honor.
For over 70 years, WaKeeney has been magically transformed into a holiday wonderland from the Saturday after Thanksgiving until New Year’s. Enjoy Christmas all year long with a stop by our North Pole downtown or by taking the self guided walking tour of trees all year...
At Kansas City Renaissance Festival each fall, step back in time to a 16th century village where the fun and laughter never end! The Kansas City Renaissance Festival began its journey in September of 1977 as a benefit for the Kansas City Art Institute. Since then, the...
Located below Milford Lake Dam, the Nature Center provides a unique look at the natural environments of Kansas. Visit the Fish Hatchery from the end of February to April.
Stretch your legs on the trails, try out the disc golf course, and meet the Hays buffalo herd, which has made its home in the park for over 65 years.
Five miles south of Voda’s Exit 120, discover the rural landscape at Shiloh Vineyard & Winery. Taste their premium wines made from their very own fruit while you relax and enjoy an awesome Kansas sunset.
Many Americans feared a civil war if the 1857 Lecompton Constitution written at Constitution Hall could not satisfy both pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces.
Victorian home finished in 1882 with elaborate handcrafted woodwork and beautiful stained glass throughout, plus a 30,000+ glass plate negative collection.
Tells the story of the “Big Red One” from its formation in 1917 to the present.
The museum tells the remarkable story of C.W. Parker, the “Carnival King.” Ride on a restored 1913 antique carousel made in Leavenworth.
Cedar Bluff is named for the 100-ft, cedar-covered, limestone bluffs which rise above the south shoreline. Hunt, fish, hike and play at Cedar Bluff, located southeast of WaKeeney.
Enjoy camping (electric sites), picnicking, hiking, disc golf and fishing in the stocked lake at Soldiers Memorial County Park along the North Fork of the Smoky Hill River.
From Interstate 70’s Exit 17, drive the nation’s first agriculture-themed byway. The scenery changes from day to day as the cycle of agriculture turns crops into food.
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