Barn Quilts of Kansas: Rural Art in Full Color
A rural art tradition thrives in towns and communities throughout Kansas Brightly painted geometric patterns mimicking stitched quilt blocks hang on barns and sheds throughout Kansas. These…
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Historic Rails: Where to Experience Kansas Train Museums
Interactive displays and working engines offer a hands-on look at the state’s railroading past Ride historic trains, tour vintage cabooses, and experience model railroads at these hands-on train…
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Lake Kanopolis: A Top-Ranked Kansas State Park
Believe the hype—Lake Kanopolis receives much-deserved national attention Lake Kanopolis, just minutes away from hyper-busy Interstates 70 and 35, has been getting some national love lately. In…
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How Birger Sandzén Painted Kansas in Bold, Brilliant Color
Light, Texture, and Prairie Skies: Inside Sandzén’s Kansas Legacy When Swedish immigrant and artist Sven Birger Sandzén arrived in central Kansas in 1894, he stepped into a world of sprawling…
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Kid-Friendly Museums in Kansas
Attractions abound throughout Kansas for kids, but here are some top-notch museums to put on your itinerary Getting the family ready for an adventure can be challenging—but finding appropriate…
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Torren Thomas: Inside the Creative Mind of a Kansas Illustrator
From superhero fan art to heartfelt portraits, Torren Thomas turns everyday subjects into extraordinary works. Torren Thomas is a caricature artist and illustrator—meaning his keen eye for detail…
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HorseThief Reservoir: Kansas Yurt Camping & Outdoor Adventures
It’s no surprise motorists often slow as they top a small rise off Highway 156 between Jetmore and Garden City. Before them appears a sight so stunning that many might think it a mirage. Seemingly out…
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Sip Like It’s the Jazz Age: 4 Speakeasy-Inspired Cocktail Recipes
Photography by Aaron Patton, Doug Stremel & Julie Mead These speakeasy-style recipes from hidden bars across the state bring bold flavors, local flair, and a touch of Prohibition-era magic to your…
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Latin-Inspired Beef Picadillo Recipe from Sabor in Wichita
Photography by Aaron Patton A savory Latin classic with bold, unforgettable flavor Bring the taste of Wichita’s beloved Sabor Latin Bar & Grille into your own kitchen with this richly spiced Beef…
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Kansas After Dark | Issue No. 4 2025
Volume 81, Issue 4 Beyond the Magazine By Andrea Etzel A look back at the projects that have defined KANSAS! Next Stop, Flavor! By Cecilia Harris, photography Kevin Anderson Once buzzing with rail…
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