Articles

A frequent contributor to KANSAS! magazine, Mary Gage has written extensively about the history and modern attractions of the state. When Elizabeth “Libbie” Bacon Custer accompanied her husband,

Annette Hope Billings is an award-winning writer and actress who has called Topeka home since early childhood. During a recent visit to Fort Scott, Kansas, I learned the multi-talented,

The third-generation owners of Louisburg Cider Mill continue to harvest and expand on their founder’s dream. (Recipes featured with this article: Apple Cider Marinade & Apple Butter Bread) More than

Wayasashi Studio From her home studio in Wichita, Tomiyo Tajiri creates stunning kimonos, origami art and accessories. Tajiri began studying her craft while growing up on Okinoerabujima, a small

(This article was first published in the 2015 summer issue of KANSAS!) Recipe included with article: Bobo's Shake (or Malt) While the drive-in may be making a comeback, Bobo’s in Topeka has stood the

An award-winning Kansas quilt artist answers her grandfather’s challenging question with every stitch As a child, narrative quilt artist Marla A. Jackson delighted in fabric and color and artistic

(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