You don’t have to be a presidential historian to appreciate the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home. On a 22-acre campus that includes Dwight and Mamie’s burial site, follow Ike’s rise from a humble Abilene childhood to five-star Army general, war hero and president of…
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Liberal claims to be the hometown of Dorothy Gale from The Wizard of Oz. Need proof? Simply click your heels and arrive at Dorothy’s House and Land of Oz. With the red-slipper gal herself as your guide, tour her farmhouse and movie memorabilia, and meet up with the Scarecrow, Tin Man, Cowardly Lion…
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WaKeeney shines brightest during the holidays, when its four-block downtown beams with lights, garlands and its centerpiece 35-foot-tall tree. The “Christmas City of the High Plains” cranks up the wattage the Saturday after Thanksgiving, but the festive spirit lingers beyond the season at North Pole…
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There’s no better way to get to know Kansas than a scenic drive through each region. Along the way, you’ll learn about Old West history, admire vast murals and smell blossoming flowers—all before feasting on a local delicacy or two. Here are six road trip itineraries sure to delight new visitors as…
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Veteran travelers know there’s no one better to show you around than a local. Follow the lead of these fine folks who will steer you toward a stylish boutique in Goodland, a painting-filled gallery in Lindsborg and a fantastic brewery in Pittsburg. Here are locals’ guides to six charming Kansas…
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A double-decker hoist sends visitors 650 feet below the surface to delve into salt-mining history at Strataca. On tram, train and self-guided tours, navigate the network of tunnels to see remnants of the 1950s mine, historical gallery displays and Hollywood props that are kept here for preservation…
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Kansas is a land of rich history and deep cultural significance, where the past comes to life through its museums, historic sites, and preserved landscapes. From the stories of Native American tribes and early pioneers to the wonders of the tallgrass prairies and the evolution of industry and…
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Veteran travelers know there’s no one better to show you around than a local. Follow the lead of these fine folks who will steer you toward a stylish boutique in Goodland, a painting-filled gallery in Lindsborg and a fantastic brewery in Pittsburg. Here are locals’ guides to six charming Kansas…
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Kansas has many places to admire the history of cars and motorcycles. The state's many museums allow you to see century-old cars, restored farm trucks, and exhibits dedicated to professional racing and motorsports. The state's car culture can be partly attributed to its central location in the US…
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I finally scratched another iconic Kansas attraction off my bucket list: Strataca. Despite growing up less than 50 miles from Hutchinson in the like-sized city of Salina, I only managed to check out the annual State Fair and the Cosmosphere Museum. Boy, did we make the right call! Visiting in…
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