Posts in North Central Kansas

North Central Kansas Travel Itinerary

By Kansas Tourism on Aug. 01, 2022

North Central Kansas - "For The Centered" North Central Kansas is where the center of all of the fun is! This is where wicked towns from the old west of Ellsworth and Abilene still stand. It's where beautiful drives take you through scenic byways with bison on the Prairie Trail, stunning lakeside…

Discover the History of Women and the Orphan Train

May. 17, 2022

Orphan Trains transported roughly 250,000 homeless, abandoned, and orphaned children out of cities and into rural communities and homes between 1854-1929. Today, millions of Americans are descended from these brave children, and millions more are fascinated by this historic movement. The event…

A Story-Worthy Adventure in North Central Kansas

By Cecilia Harris on May. 01, 2022

Who doesn’t love a good story? The North Central region of Kansas introduces inspiring characters like former President Dwight D. Eisenhower (who loved reading history books as a boy in Abilene), “Home on the Range” poet Dr. Brewster Higley, and S.P. Dinsmoor, whose quirky cement sculptures…

Salina’s Newest Attraction, The Garage, Is an Educational and Interactive Delight

By Colby Sharples-Terry on Feb. 19, 2022

The Garage - Salina, Kansas I was able to check out Salina’s newest attraction, The Garage, during their ribbon-cutting ceremony. This museum is AWESOME! I am telling you this from a non-car enthusiast’s background (when I say non, I’m talking I was once sent to the car parts store looking for…

2022 Kansas Bucket List

By Jordan Roemerman on Dec. 30, 2021

22 Ways to Explore the Sunflower State in 2022 You'll fall in love with the charm of Kansas' small towns! Here's a few ideas to get you started, but make sure to explore our cities page to find more great communities! Who doesn't love a good party? These Kansas attractions and communities are…