Campfire

To The Storytellers

scroll icon

Nature’s Pathways: The 4 Byways of Central Kansas

Post Rock Scenic Byway Wilson, Lucas 18 Miles Settlers on the treeless prairie built miles of fencing using limestone posts and left a legacy of creative artistry. The World’s Largest Czech Egg, measuring 20x15 feet and painted brightly in traditional Czech patterns, towers over smaller decorated…

Read More

Taking the Pledge with Visit Emporia

Studies continue to show that travelers are consciously selecting travel destinations based on sustainable tourism efforts. This is especially true amongst younger generations, who tend to prioritize travel around locations that are doing their part to create sustainable tourism opportunities. We’ve…

Read More

Learn About Irish Roots in Kansas

History of Irish Immigration to Kansas Kansas' history is full of Irish roots, with many communities across the state having significant ties back to their Irish heritage. The Irish Potato Famine of the late 1840s wreaked havoc on the island and motivated numerous Irish citizens to seek new…

Read More

Unpacking Wonders at the Wichita Art Museum

Wichita is a vibrant city filled with great food, exciting attractions, and an arts scene that would enthrall any art lover. I found myself with a few hours to kill in Wichita and decided to pay a visit to the Wichita Art Museum, an ICT staple that recently announced that many of its collections…

Read More

Find Offbeat Valentine's Day Date Ideas in Wichita

Some might think of Valentine’s Day as cliché, but whether or not you think it’s corny, it is an opportunity to show your special someone how much you care about them. And what better place than Wichita, the Heart of the Country? If you’re looking for something outside of the stereotypical…

Read More

Read About The Latest Wichita Accolades From 2022

What’s special about Kansas’ largest city? Read the latest Wichita accolades Wichita, the Heart of the Country, is featured in hundreds of articles each year, showcasing the largest city in Kansas’ allure as a leisure travel destination as well as a great place to hold a reunion, meeting, or other…

Read More

Chill along the Glacial Hills Scenic Byway

Horse around at the C.W. Parker Carousel Museum in Leavenworth by riding the ponies of a restored 1913 model made by Parker’s then-world-famous local company. Singer Melissa Etheridge, a Leavenworth native, donated a vintage band organ. The military town’s diverse culinary scene includes First Taste…

Read More

See How Miss Kansas Explores Wichita

Miss Kansas 2022 - Ayanna Hensley The Miss Kansas Organization represents the state of Kansas on a national stage, often traveling throughout the state and meeting unique Kansans along the way. Earlier this year, Miss Kansas 2022 – Ayanna Hensley – spent some time exploring the state’s largest city…

Read More

5 things to know about Wichita’s annual Asian Festival

Celebrate Asian Heritage in Wichita! In the biggest city in the state of Kansas, you can expect a wide variety of cultural events and attractions. For 41 years, the Wichita Asian Festival has been bringing Kansans together to share an appreciation for Asian culture. Known for offering the discovery…

Read More