2023 PEAK FALL FOLIAGE IN KANSAS Kansas' fall foliage is usually most visible just before and after Halloween in late October and early November. The northern half of the state will begin to see leaves change in early to mid-October (October 10-17), while the trees located in the southern half will…
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Newton, Kansas, located about 25 miles north of Wichita, is a small but mighty town filled with an 8th Wonder of Kansas, museums and other hidden gems that are just waiting for you to discover. Explore one of the Eight Wonders of Kansas A former Bethel College student, Phil Epp, helped create the…
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Marysville, Kansas played a significant role in the history of the Pony Express. It was one of the original stations along the Pony Express route, which ran from St. Joseph, Missouri, to Sacramento, California. The Pony Express was a fast mail delivery service that operated during the mid-19th…
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage in Wichita! Hispanic and Latino traditions and culture are an integral part of the fabric of Kansas, with legacies that endure through generations. When you visit the state, you will find fiestas, Latino art festivals and celebrations of Hispanic food, drink and music…
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Kansas intriguingly calls out to the curious, to the wide-eyed wanderers, to the dreamers, to the storytellers, and we are among them. Are you? Beckoned south, as if tapped on the shoulder by a wistful child, we packed our bags and set off for a Kansas road trip via the I-70. Of course, we had no…
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The only thing better than exploring the delightfully unexpected landscapes of Northwest Kansas is connecting with the people who surround them. Monument Rocks & Castle Rock, Little Jerusalem State Park, and Battle Canyon are all remote places with limited services, lodging, and food options…
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When it comes to planning your next vacation, North Central Kansas might not be the first destination that comes to mind. However, this often-overlooked region is brimming with charm, natural beauty, and unique attractions that make it a worthy contender for your travel itinerary. From historic…
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Our friendly town offers the only free zoo between Denver and Kansas City. Explore Great Bend We invite you to experience and explore the many opportunities that our charming community has to offer. Great Bend, a city of 15,000 warm people, is best known for our historic SRCA Dragstrip, and the…
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The sometimes controversial, more times than not comical, and most certainly quirky art collection left behind by M.T. Liggett was acquired by the Kohler Foundation and is open for visitors to explore…
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A Landmark Celebration at Lawrence’s Dole Institute of Politics, Summer 2023: Twenty years ago, July 22, the Dole Institute of Politics became the state’s newest landmark. Thousands gathered on the University of Kansas’ West Campus to honor the public service and bipartisan legacy of Russell, Kansas…
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