Features

(First published in our winter 2013 edition, feature "A Symbolic State." It's been updated to the current date) Schoolchildren across Kansas had the initial vote in choosing the western meadowlark as

(First published in our winter 2013 edition, feature "A Symbolic State." It's been updated to the current date) A cultural symbol throughout the ages—of faith, longevity, healing, happiness and good

(First published in our winter 2013 edition, feature "A Symbolic State." It's been updated to the current date) Trube Reese discovered the nearly forgotten, handwritten poem that inspired the Kansas

(First published in our winter 2013 edition, feature "A Symbolic State." It's been updated to the current date) Called the pioneer tree of Kansas when it was selected by the state Legislature as the

(First published in our winter 2013 edition, feature "A Symbolic State." It's been updated to the current date) In February 1861, Abraham Lincoln stopped in Philadelphia to hoist the nation’s first

A conversation with KANSAS! photographers about their work and the iconic images of our home state Wichita native and Wichita State graduate Marilyn Friesen spent a career in the healthcare industry

The state’s official safety dog breaks down the essentials of traveling with your pet When preparing for a trip, whether solo or with a co-pilot of the animal variety - it's always good to think

Ken and Shirley McClintock are doers and talkers. Owners of the Trail Days Museum and Café in Council Grove, the couple have been telling the history of the area for decades while restoring the

A carpenter by trade, Jonathan Adams is also a self-taught photographer who has recently turned to documenting the landscape and sights of Kansas from his home in Iola. “Maybe five years ago, I

Despite its name, this variation of a classic recipe contains no bourbon; it’s named after Bourbon Street in New Orleans where it originated. Ingredients • 2 pounds boneless/skinless chicken thighs,

Articles

The Western Meadowlark

Sunflowers a Symbol of Kansas

Home on the Range the Song of Kansas

The Cottonwood

The State Flag of Kansas

Behind the Lens with Marilyn Friesen

Pet Travel Tips Straight from Fred

Kansas Finest Honoree: Shirley & Ken McClintock

Kansas Finest Honoree: Jonathan Adams

Honey Bourbon Chicken (Instant Pot Recipe)

Boot Hill Museum

Campfire!

Carriage Ride Abilene

Carriage Ride Salina

Chuckwagon