Old West

Relive the Wild West in Kansas’ colorful cattle towns bustling with stagecoaches, shootouts, and ice-cold sarsaparilla. Our unique heritage includes famous forts and trails along with museums devoted to Native American history, pioneer heritage, the American Civil War, as well as the rapid development of industry and railroads in the 19th century. Plan your step back in time in Kansas today! 

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