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Kansas Speedway
For fast-paced, adrenaline-filled racing action in Kansas City, Kansas, don’t leave without a trip to Kansas Speedway. The 1.5-mile tri-oval track hosts a variety of racing, and in 2012, the Speedway expanded to include…
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barbecue joints deliver saucy flavor to the Kansas City, Kansas, area. Faves include burnt ends from Slap’s BBQ, wings at Q39 and the Z-man brisket sandwich from Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que.
Pitmaster at Joe's BBQ
Credit: Nate Luke
Slap's BBQ
Hidden gem tucked away in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood, Slap's BBQ serves up Kansas City's finest award-winning ribs, burnt ends…
Q39
Q39 is one of Overland Park's newest BBQ restaurants. With a focus on BBQ and other made from scratch foods, all served in their urban and…
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
Enjoy KC's best and most tender BBQ, from the brisket sandwich smothered in hot sauce to tender pork ribs served with red beans and rice…
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que - Leawood
Depending on who you ask, you may be told that Joe's KC is the best BBQ joint in town. You will definitely want to try it for yourself…
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que - Olathe
Come in and see the many awards and taste for yourself why we are the only world champion BBQ in Kansas City. Specialties include the…
Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum
Home of Muriel , the last remaining Lockheed Electra 10-E! Muriel is identical to the airplane Amelia Earhart went missing in on her famed final flight around the world. This hybrid history and STEM museum tells…
Kansas State Capitol Visitor Center
The Kansas State Capitol recently completed a 13-year, top to bottom restoration of the building that restored the original architect's vision by uncovering beautiful murals, preserving original features, renovating…
DeBruce Center
The DeBruce Center features James Naismith's original "Rules of Basket ball". The new facility was made possible by a lead gift from the DeBruce Foundation. The DeBruce Center features: - The original rules of…
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Columbus
Columbus, with a population of approximately 3,200, is the county seat of Cherokee County. The City has a strong agricultural and industrial base.
Chicken Mary's
Established in 1942 by German immigrants, this famous fried chicken restaurant was the winner of 8 Wonders of Kansas Cuisine and Travel…
Chicken Annie's Original
Open since 1934. Family owned and operated, and helped make Crawford County the Chicken Capital of Kansas. Known for its unique family…
Chicken Annie's Girard
Open since 1971. SE KS traditional fried chicken with our signature German potato salad and slaw. Family Dining. Carry Out. Catering…
Pichler's Chicken Annie's
Opened in 1970 by Chicken Annie's grandson and Chicken Mary's granddaughter. Enjoy our family atmosphere. When you're here, you're family…
Chatters
Pittsburg staple Chatters serves several specialty burgers that you’ve got to try. Bacon lovers will rejoice over the Heavenly Bacon, with…
Gebhardt's Chicken Dinners
Gebhardt's is a family owned & operated chicken restaurant open since 1946. It is located near Mulberry, north of Pittsburg and Frontenac…
Route 66 Historic Byway
Kansas’ little stretch of the ‘Mother Road’ is one that inspires, from instantly recognizable movie characters to those travelers who are taking a once-in-a-lifetime cruise across the country. Kansas Route 66 Historic…
Dynamic Discs
Supplying everything for the disc golfer and creator of the world-class Glass Blown Open disc golf tournament. Now offering tours of our…
Champions Landing
Champions Landing include an 18-hole disc golf course, a 9-hole ball golf course, meeting and banquet rooms, a pool and dining at Champs Bar…
Peter Pan Park Disc Golf Course
For nearly 100 years, Peter Pan Park has been one of Emporia’s largest and most beautiful parks, with over 50 acres to explore. The park…
Jones Park - Supreme 18
This championship-level course is titled The Supreme 18 at Jones Park. The course will take the place of both Jones East and Jones West. To…
Jones Park - Supreme 18 Short
This course is titled The Supreme Short Course. Hole 1 for both the long and short courses is the same. Both new courses start and finish…
Hammond Park
This lush green park across the street from Emporia State University has a playground, tennis courts, shelters, and a 9-hole disc golf…
Hornet Hills Disc Golf Course
Located at Emporia State University, the alma mater of Dynamic Discs founder, Jeremy Rusco. This 9-hole course sits on the east side of…
Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes
Come take a FREE tour of our exciting exhibits and learn about Unsung Heroes who have made a profound impact on the course of history, located in downtown Fort Scott! The Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes has many…
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World's Largest Belt Buckle
This can't-miss roadside attraction is 19 ft 10 ½ in wide by 13 ft 11 ¼ in tall (not including the frame). Climb the staircase to the top to take your photo!
Resting Art: Murals on Benches
Check out "Resting Art: Murals on Benches," the brand newest addition to the Clay Center Mural Collection! This walking tour takes you…
Classics Mural
The "CLASSICS" Mural is art that tells a story. Paying tribute to Clay Center's love for the classics, from an era when many corners of the…
Clay Center Zoo Murals
'Proud Peacock' and 'Cheetahs Calling' Utility Park in Clay Center, KS has been a favorite family leisure spot for generations. The latest…
Kansas Stamp
U.S. stamp #1061 (issued May 31, 1954) highlights the 100-year anniversary of the Kansas Territory. Acquired as part of the Louisiana…
Sunflower State of Mind
This mural was created in 2021 by Whitney Kerr III (Kansas City), Ryan Estel (Denver) Mike Trujillo (Los Angeles) Photo courtesy of Tracy…
There's No Place Like Home
The story starts with a sunny day on the Flint Hills. Next to the right is a man fishing on Milford Lake. In the distance above it gets…
Windows to Literacy
Located adjacent to the historic Clay Center Carnegie Library, this mural is a bookworm's delight! Featuring an array of timeless novels…
Heroes Live Here
Honoring the contributions and sacrifice of local Clay County citizens. 2021 by Whitney Kerr III (Kansas City), Ryan Estel (Denver), Mike…
K-15 Mural
Representation of iconic signage marking Kansas Highway 15 which serves Clay Center, KS. Comprised of original Kansas license plates from…
Prairie Thunder
Wow. This 3,200 square foot mural captures the raw majesty of the Kansas prairie with its vibrant technicolor depiction of a bison stampede…
Primordial Passage
2021 By Joshua Jaiye Farrell – Oklahoma City Photo courtesy of Tracy Bloom
Rescued
Pictured are five of the 1000 dogs that have been through CCARE's doors in the last five years. L. to R., Captain, an American Bull dog, big…
Wildflowers
Inviting arrangement of delicate native flora in full bloom. 2020 by Mindy Allen (Junction City) Photo courtesy of Tracy Bloom
Bucolic America
This massive mural is the largest in Clay Center, and takes up two sides of the Key Feeds feel mill along highway 15 just a short walk south…
Center of it All
2021 by Carr, Kerr, & Co. - Jessica Kerr (Manhattan) & Taylor Carr (Manhattan) Photo courtesy of Tracy Bloom
Clay Center Veterans Mural
A stirring depiction of an iconic WWII photograph. Journalist Joe Rosenthal captured the moment six Marines planted the US flag at the…
Coca-Cola
Originally installed in the 1920s, this Coca-Cola mural was hand painted by an artist from Kansas City, MO. One of thousands of murals…
Farm to Table
2021 by Whitney Kerr III (Kansas City), Mike Trujilo (Los Angeles), Ryan Estel (Denver), and Jeremy Bena (Kansas City) Photo courtesy of…
God Bless America
The national emblem of the United States since 1787, the bald eagle is prominently featured in this spirited patriotic themed mural. Beneath…
Greetings From Clay Center
Featuring area attractions and scenes of Clay County, rural life is celebrated in this postcard-style mural. Agriculture, abundant wildlife…
Old Glory
Since the struggle of the Revolutionary War, the flag of the United States has served as a symbol of unity. It was first officially…
You Are Loved
The programs offered by Clay County Head Start have served children in the area for many years. Seeking to align with the organizations…
Home on the Range Cabin
When Dr. Brewster Higley wrote those words on the banks of Beaver Creek near Athol, Kans., in 1872, he was writing about his Kansas experiences of blue skies and endless prairie. Over the years, Higley's song became…
National Orphan Train Complex
The National Orphan Train Museum contains informative exhibits depicting the history of the Orphan Train Movement. Photos and memorabilia…
Whole Wall Mural
The Whole Wall Mural, located on the east wall of the Cloud County Museum Annex, is the largest sculpted brick mural in the U.S. A project…
World's Largest Ball of Twine
At 17,320 lbs, 40 foot circumference, and over 7,938,709 of sisal twine, the Cawker City Community Club is the official owner/caretaker of the ball of twine. Each year a twine-a-thon is held in conjunction with the…
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Keeper of the Plains
The Keeper of the Plains is a 44-foot tall steel sculpture standing at the point where the Big and Little Arkansas rivers join together in downtown Wichita. This land between the two rivers is sacred ground to the Native…
Cowley Waterfall and Fishing Lake
Check out the Cowley Waterfall, named #12 Most Beautiful Waterfall in the U.S. by Yahoo Travel. Located along U.S. Hwy 166, this unique fishing, hunting and camping destination is the perfect family adventure.
El Dorado
El Dorado State Park’s 4,000 acres makes it Kansas’ largest. Yet you can be as secluded or social as you like amid landscapes that range from classic Flint Hills prairie to mature woodlands.
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bird species have been recorded at Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area near Great Bend. Visit in fall for a chance to spot whooping cranes on this largest wetland in the interior United States.
Cheyenne Bottoms
Credit: Doug Stremel
Cheyenne Bottoms Refuge
The Nature Conservancy's Cheyenne Bottoms Preserve is a 7,848 acre wetland preserve adjacent to the state-owned Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife…
Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area
As a stopping point on the central flyway for millions of birds, this Kansas wetland is a bird lover's paradise. It is the largest wetland…
Cheyenne Bottoms Scenic Overlook
Stop at the scenic overlook along K 4 Highway for spectacular views of the Cheyenne Bottoms Basin. The views from the kiosk in the parking…
McPherson Community Building
Built in 1928 for approximately $13,000, the McPherson Community Building has been an important gathering place for community events. Historically, the auditorium served as a venue for community theatre, talent shows…
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Little Jerusalem Badlands
Welcome to the "Badlands of Kansas" - Little Jerusalem State Park in Western Kansas is truly a sight to see!
Butterfield Trail Museum
This 1887 two story renaissance-style structure of brick and stone with mansard roof was originally the Logan County Courthouse. Now it houses artifacts from the BOD stage coach line (Smoky Hill Trail) that ran from…
GC30 Mingo - Oldest Active Geocache in the World
With a little hard work, determination and a sharp eye, you can find the world's oldest active geocache in Mingo, Kansas! This geocache is a favorite among the devoted hobbyists, not because of the beauty that surrounds…
Phillips County Rodeo Grounds
Home to Kansas' Biggest Rodeo. Come on out and make memories with your family and friends at the Phillipsburg rodeo!
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Finney County Historical Museum
Unique exhibits in interpretive and interactive settings including prehistoric, cattle industry, Buffalo Jones, Sugar Beet Factory, and rotating displays. Don't miss the vintage clothes dress-up area. Tours of the…
Dalton Gang Hideout Museum & Souvenir Shop
Home of Eva Dalton Whipple, sister to the famous Dalton Brothers Gang. Restored as it was in 1887. Consists of the outlaw hideout, escape tunnel to the barn, museum of western artifacts, and a western souvenir shop. The…
M.T. Liggett Art Environment
"A lot of people go through their whole lives and never make a mark. Very few people in this world ever had an original idea, but I did." - M.T. Liggett The M.T. Liggett Art Environment is located on 70 acres in…
Syracuse Sand Dunes Park
The Syracuse Sand Dunes Park is the largest sand dunes park in Kansas and one of the largest in the Midwest. Opened in 2007, the Sand Park offers 1,300 acres of amazing dunes, rolling hills, bowls and some fast flat…
International Pancake Day Hall of Fame/Museum
The International Pancake Day Hall of Fame, located at the finish line of the International Race, is home to years of memorabilia from the festival's more than 50 years of continuous celebration. Visitors to Liberal can…
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