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Location: Munjor

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08/31/2012-09/03/2012

Location: Hoisington

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Location: Norcatur

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100 Year Old Historic Homes

Location: Iola

From mansions built in the 1880s to houses ordered from Sears, Iola has them!
Address: 302 Colborn (see story)
Iola, KS 66749

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1870 Freemount Lutheran Church

Location: Lindsborg

Oldest building in continual use in McPherson County.
Address: 5 miles west of Lindsborg on K-4 and south on 8th Avenue 1.9 miles
Lindsborg, KS 67456

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1887 Stone Barn

Location: Dexter

Address: 20438 K-15
Dexter, KS 67038

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1904 Court House Clock

Location: Iola

Once 7 stories high in the sky!
Address: 1 Madison Avenue southeast side of the downtown square
Iola, KS 66749

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1920s Steel Bridge

Location: Piqua

If you're not afraid of some gravel and dirt, you will find a rare jewel.
Address: 150th Rd
Piqua, KS 66761

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9th Street Steps

Location: Marysville

WPA Retaining Wall Project - locally known as "The Wall"
Address: 9th and Carolina
Marysville, KS 66508

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Alma Hotel

Location: Alma

Address: 4th & Missouri Ave.
Alma, KS 66401

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Antonino Elementary School (Betts residence)

Location: Antonino

During the Great Depression when local farmers could not afford the cost of private parochial education, the public school district built an elementary school on the east edge of town.
Address:
Antonino, KS

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Bandshell

Location: St. Francis

One of the oldest bandshells in Kansas.
Address: 130 N Denison
St. Francis, KS 67756

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Barnes State Bank Museum

Location: Barnes

The restored Barnes State Bank Building, originally built in 1911 is home to the "Barnes State Bank Museum" and "Always Christmas Shoppe".
Address: 107 Railroad Avenue
Barnes, KS 66933

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Barton County Courthouse

Location: Great Bend

1918 Modern (classical) eclecticism
Address: 1400 Main Street
Great Bend, KS 67530

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Bethany Lutheran Church

Location: Lindsborg

In 1882 Lindsborg's first performance of Handel's "Messiah" was held in Bethany Lutheran Church.
Address: 320 N Main
Lindsborg, KS 67456

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Bethesda Hospital & Nursing Home

Location: Goessel

Original steps still standing along with a memorial plaque
Address: 408 E. Main
Goessel, KS 67053

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Beulah Stone Church

Location: Leoti

One of the few native stone buildings remaining in Wichita County
Address: 11 miles north, 3 miles east, 3/4 mile north of Leoti
Leoti, KS 67861

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Beverly vs. Patterson House

Location: Burlingame

The Battle of the Builders
Address: 141 Fremont
Burlingame, KS 66413

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Bohemian Cultural Center/Alton Cafe

Location: Alton

Located in former Bohemian Hall from next door Smith County.
Address: 602 Mill
Alton, KS 67623

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Brick Streets

Location: Valley Falls

Why is 8th street paved with concrete when most of the streets are brick?
Address: 412 Broadway
Valley Falls, KS

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Bridges of Northern Barton County

Location: Hoisington

Beautiful WPA Limestone Bridges withstand the test of time.
Address: North of Hoisington
Hoisington, KS 67544

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Broadway's Historic Homes

Location: Great Bend

Diverse style of grand historic homes
Address: 85 South Highway
Great Bend, KS 67530

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Brown Grand Theatre

Location: Concordia

Restored to its original 1907 splendor, this stunning performing arts theatre is a must see! Perhaps you'll even see "Earl"!
Address: 310 W. 6th St.
Concordia, KS 66901

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Burrows Building/Former Bank

Location: Smith Center

Burrows Building served as a bank until 1930
Address: 100 S Main Street
Smith Center, KS 66967

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Carnegie Public Library

Location: Herington

The library, built in 1915, is still in use today. NRHP
Address: 102 S. Broadway
Herington, KS 67449

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Cement Bridge over the Cottonwood River

Location: Florence

Drive over the old bridge and onto the brick street leading out of town.
Address: East 3rd Street
Florence, KS 66851

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Central Community Church

Location: Smith Center

This native stone church was built in 1874
Address: 211 W Court
Smith Center, KS 66967

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Charles Linkenauger House

Location: Burlingame

1867 best house on the block
Address: 313 E. Santa Fe Avenue
Burlingame, KS 66413

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Chief Theater

Location: Coldwater

In 2004 this theatre was completely renovated with no detail being left out. The beautiful Indian decor was refurbished to restore every detail of the original motif.
Address: 122 E. Main Street
Coldwater, KS 67029

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City Hall

Location: Bird City

Address: 111 East Bressler
Bird City, KS 67731

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Columbian Theatre, Museum, and Art Center

Location: Wamego

The Columbian Theatre was built in the late 1890s by businessman J.C. Rogers to house artifacts he retrieved from the 1893 World Columbian Exposition at Chicago.
Address: 521 Lincoln St.
Wamego, KS 66547

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Comanche County Courthouse

Location: Coldwater

1928 Modern Eclecticism style
Address: 201 S. New York
Coldwater, KS 67029

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Community Building

Location: Phillipsburg

" A Building Put To Community Use."
Address: 425 F Street
Phillipsburg, KS 67661

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Corner Pharmacy

Location: Leavenworth

Address: 429 Delaware
Leavenworth, KS 66048

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Crest Theatre

Location: Great Bend

Live entertainment
Address: 1905 Lakin Ave.
Great Bend, KS 67530-0361

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Dalton Gang Hideout

Location: Meade

Escape with the Dalton Gang through the tunnel and away from the law!
Address: 502 S. Pearlette
Meade, KS 67864

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Ditto-Leach House

Location: Wamego

Constructed in 1890, the Ditto-Leach House was built to resemble a Villa in the suburbs of Messina, on the island of Sicily. With its stained glass windows, 21 gables and 70+ windows, this is an attraction for all to see.
Address: 910 5th Street
Wamego, KS 66547

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Downs Carnegie Library

Location: Downs

One of only two located in non-county seat cities in Kansas
Address: 504 Morgan Ave
Downs, KS 67437

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Downtown Historic District

Location: Glasco

The 25 contributing buildings in Glasco's Downtown Historic District date from the original stone Biggs Building, built in 1880, to the former drug store, built in 1933, creating a unified commercial district. This district was placed on the National Register in 2002.
Address: 130 E. Main
Glasco, KS 67445

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Downtown Limestone walls

Location: Plainville

1909 fire destroys all but these sturdy walls
Address: Mill Street
Plainville, KS 67663

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Doyle Place

Location: Florence

1882 Limestone Home on Doyle Creek
Address: 1123 North X Ranch Road
Florence, KS 66851

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Drug Store Museum

Location: Lincoln

1880's to 1920's pharmacy history with tours and demonstrations.
Address: 161 E Lincoln Ave
Lincoln, KS 67455

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Dutch Mill

Location: Wamego

The Old Dutch Mill was built in 1879 by a Dutch immigrant east of town; it was moved stone by stone to its present location in 1924.
Address: East side of City Park on 4th Street
Wamego, KS 66547

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Early residences of Lindsborg walking tour

Location: Lindsborg

Interested in the location of the first flush toilet in Lindsborg? We can help!
Address: 104 E. Lincoln
Lindsborg, KS 67456

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Eleanor

Location: Iola

Eleanor Roosevelt worried about typhroid fever and the spread of germs. See our "Eleanor."
Address: West of Iola on 54 Hwy in cemetery
Iola, KS 66749

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Ellinwood Underground World

Location: Ellinwood

Address: 1 North Main St.
Ellinwood, KS 67526

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Eschbaugh Advertising and Prairie Pallet Studio & Gallery

Location: Wilson

A silk screening business and gallery built from the recycled Dakota sandstone of Wilson's old Union Pacific Railroad Depot.
Address: 3945 205th Rd
Wilson, KS 67490

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Fouch's Cabin

Location: Longton

Shortly after the Great Depression, the Fouch family built a home out of railroad ties
Address: 304 W. 2nd ( U.S. 160 )
Longton, KS 67352

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Friday Night Lights

Location: Phillipsburg

The WPA project has been home to the "Fighting Panthers" since 1936.
Address: 500 State Street
Phillipsburg, KS

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Funston Boyhood Home - Original Site

Location: Iola

If you can find the old smokehouse, you'll find the old Funston home site.
Address: North of Iola on the Old 169 Hwy (State Street)
Iola, KS 66749

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Garden of Eden

Location: Lucas

S.P. Dinsmoor's Folk Art Environment, also listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Art
Address: 305 E. 2nd
Lucas, KS 67648

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George Grant Villa

Location: Victoria

Grant came to America in 1872 in search of a place to build a country estate on which to retire. This became reality when his 2-story home constructed of native limestone overlooking Big Creek was completed.
Address: 2680 Grants Villa Rd.
Victoria, KS 67671

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Gold Dust Hotel

Location: Fredonia

One of the most photographed buildings on the southeast corner of the downtown square is the historic Gold Dust Hotel. Opened in 1885, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Address: 402 N. 7th
Fredonia, KS 66736

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Grant County Library

Location: Ulysses

The massive building that screams "learning starts here!"
Address: 215 E. Grant
Ulysses, KS 67880

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Great Bend City Auditorium

Location: Great Bend

Outstanding example of architectural concrete
Address: 1209 Williams
Great Bend, KS 67530

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Gypsum Auditorium

Location: Gypsum

Address:
Gypsum, KS 67448

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Gypsum Churches

Location: Gypsum

Address:
Gypsum, KS 67448

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Health Insight / Light Hardware Building

Location: Yates Center

Building on National Register
Address: 100 E. Rutledge
Yates Center, KS 66783

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Herington Swimming Pool Building

Location: Herington

WPA project
Address: 501 North Broadway
Herington, KS 67449

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Hesperian Library City Museum

Location: Cawker City

Historic Library being restored to original greatness to become Cawker City Museum.
Address: 7th Street and Lake Drive
Cawker City, KS 67430

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Hidden Tower Clock Face of 1904

Location: Iola

Like hunting missing parts? One of the four original clocks that set a top the court house is on the square. Can you find the other one?
Address: 201 N. Jefferson Avenue
Iola, KS 66749

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Historic Adobe Museum and The Hotel Edwards

Location: Ulysses

Two buildings rooted in the 1800s and renovated in the 20th century.
Address: 300 E. Oklahoma
Ulysses, KS 67880

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Historic Allen County Jail

Location: Iola

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, visit the jailor's quarters which is above the graffiti covered walls of the cells.
Address: 201 N. Jefferson Ave
Iola, KS 66749

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Historic Chevrolet Sign

Location: Hoisington

Address: 271 S Main St
Hoisington, KS 67544

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Historic Courthouse & Genealogical Library

Location: Marysville

This stately Romanesque building is visible coming into Marysville from any direction.
Address: 1207 Broadway
Marysville, KS 66508

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Historic Districts and Properties

Location: Leavenworth

Address: 221 Arch St
Leavenworth, KS 66048

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Historic Elgin Bed and Breakfast

Location: Marion

Elegant accommodations
Address: 115 North 3rd Street
Marion, KS 66861

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Historic Florence Water Tower

Location: Florence

Historic stand pipe water tower built in 1887
Address:
Florence, KS 66851

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Historic Koester Block

Location: Marysville

A square of commercial & residential buildings built during the last half of the 19th century and early 1900's, and listed on the National and State Register of Historic Places. The entire block was given by the Koester Family to the City of Marysville in 1977.
Address: 10th & Broadway
Marysville, KS 66508

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Historic Morland State Bank

Location: Morland

The whole thing is concrete!
Address: NE Corner of 5th and Main
Morland, KS 67650

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Historic Trego County Jail

Location: WaKeeney

This unique jail was ordered for the sum of $2,570 in 1889.
Address: 216 N. Main Street
WaKeeney, KS 67672

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Historical I.O.O.F. Park

Location: Barnes

Built in 1920 the I.O.O.F. Park is a community memorial park featuring the smallest Bandshell in Kansas, built in 1940 as part of the WPA Projects.
Address: Corner of Center and 1st Ave.
Barnes, KS 66933

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Hoisington High School

Location: Hoisington

One of the few high schools listed on the National Historic Register.
Address: 218 E. 7th
Hoisington, KS 67544

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Hoisington Welcome Center

Location: Hoisington

Address: 115 N Main
Hoisington, KS 67544

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Hospital portrays rural architecture style

Location: Plainville

Areas agricultural history plays role in design
Address: 1210 N. Washington
Plainville, KS 67663

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I.O.O.F. Lodge Rocks!

Location: Alton

One of the four remaining I.O.O.F. lodge halls has fallen.
Address: Nicholas and Mill
Alton, KS 67623

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Jail House Rock

Location: Lebo

Sandstone jail built in 1890
Address: 210 N Pine
Lebo, KS 66856

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Kalida Castle Cave

Location: Yates Center

Above-ground cave is evidence of the town
Address: 964 Osage Road
Yates Center, KS 66783

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Keystone Gallery

Location: Oakley

What a better place to view the rock formations of the Smoky River valley than from an old stone church!
Address: 401 U..S 83
Oakley, KS 67871

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Koester House Museum

Location: Marysville

Completed in 1876, this Victorian home is still luxuriously furnished with Koester belongings, including portraits, clothing, toys, books, furniture and household items.
Address: 919 Broadway
Marysville, KS 66508

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Lansing Correctional Facility

Location: Lansing

The oldest penitentiary in Kansas.
Address: 301 E. Kansas Avenue
Lansing, KS 66043

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Lansing Historical Museum

Location: Lansing

Local history museum in an 1887 train depot.
Address: 115 E. Kansas Avenue
Lansing, KS 66043

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Largest Downtown Square in America!

Location: Iola

Find out why we are the largest downtown square in America!
Address: 305 W. Madison Avenue
Iola, KS 66749

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Lincoln Carnegie Library

Location: Lincoln

This 1914 building is made of native limestone and red tile roof.
Address: 203 S. Third Street
Lincoln, KS 67455

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Lincoln County Courthouse

Location: Lincoln

Courthouse built in 1900 out of local limestone, designed in the Romanesque Revival style, and one of the most photographed courthouses in Kansas.
Address: 216 E. Lincoln Avenue
Lincoln, KS 67455

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Lindsborg City Hall

Location: Lindsborg

Built in 1887.
Address: 104 E Lincoln
Lindsborg, KS 67456

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Longton City Jail

Location: Longton

Address: 103 E 5th
Longton, KS 67352

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Love Those Lustrons

Location: Smith Center

During their short tenure, they offered the allure of "luster on steel". They were small sturdy, modern homes that answered the American Dream for young families during post-World War II
Address: 214-216 Park Street
Smith Center, KS 66967

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Lustron Homes

Location: Great Bend

Pre-fabricated all-steel homes
Address: 85 South Highway
Great Bend, KS 67530

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Majestic Community Owned Theatre

Location: Phillipsburg

This Place Matters~The longest continuous operating entertainment venue in the state of Kansas.
Address: 724 4th Street
Phillipsburg, KS 67661

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Marion County Courthouse

Location: Marion

Listen to the chimes!
Address: 200 South 3rd Street
Marion, KS 66861

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Marquette Community Library

Location: Marquette

1887 bank houses today's library
Address: 121 North Washington
Marquette, KS 67464

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Mary Queen of Peace Church

Location: Ulysses

A hyperbolic paraboloid place of worship
Address: 804 N. Colorado St.
Ulysses, KS 67880

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Marysville High School

Location: Marysville

1939 WPA Project
Address: 12th & Walnut
Marysville, KS 66508

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McPherson County Courthouse

Location: McPherson

The McPherson County Courthouse clock tower has a notorious history and while the tower is closed to public tours, you can enjoy the beautiful limestone architecture any time.
Address: 117 N. Maple St.
McPherson, KS 67460

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McPherson Opera House

Location: McPherson

Once described as "the finest opera house of its kind between Kansas City and Denver" the McPherson Opera House has been lovingly restored by a dedicated group of volunteers.
Address: 219 S. Main St.
McPherson, KS 67460

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Meade City Park

Location: Meade

A fine example of WPA stonework
Address: U.S. 54 and R Rd.
Meade, KS 67864

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Meade County Courthouse

Location: Meade

1928 Modern Eclecticism style
Address: 200 N Fowler
Meade, KS 67864

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Memorial Library

Location: Liberal

Architecture highlights World's Largest Book.
Address: 519 N. Kansas
Liberal, KS 67901

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Messiah Labyrinth and Peace Park

Location: Lindsborg

Let the labyrinth help to achieve a contemplative state.
Address: 402 N First
Lindsborg, KS 67456

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MHS Football Stadium

Location: Marysville

WPA project still in use today.
Address: 10th & Spring
Marysville, KS 66508

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Mighty Samson of the Cimarron

Location: Liberal

A marvel of architecture, engineering and construction built in 1939.
Address: 13 miles northeast along Highway 54
Liberal, KS 67901

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Mitchell County Courthouse

Location: Beloit

Address: 111 S. Hersey
Beloit, KS 67420

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Ness County Bank Building

Location: Ness City

One of the 8 Wonders of Architecture, unique limestone building, built in 1890
Address: 102 W. Main
Ness City, KS 67560

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Nora E. Larabee Memorial Library

Location: Stafford

Address: 108 N. Union Ave.
Stafford, KS 67578

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Nova Theatre

Location: Stockton

1932 theatre brought back to life!
Address: 517 Main
Stockton, KS 67669

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Old Arnold School House

Location: Florence

This historical limestone school house is now a beautiful residence.
Address: 111 West 6th Street
Florence, KS 66851

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Old City Jail

Location: Wilson

Cylindrical two-story limestone structure built in 1907 as a watertower.
Address: South and east of Senior Center, 511 25th St.
Wilson, KS 67490

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Old Hill School Building

Location: Marion

The oldest constantly operating school west of the Mississippi.
Address: 701 East Main
Marion, KS 66861

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Oswego Public Carnegie Library

Location: Oswego

Sparking imaginations for 99 years
Address: 704 4th Street
Oswego, KS 67356

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Oswego Swimming Pool

Location: Oswego

Get wet in style
Address: 207 Riverside Park Drive
Oswego, KS 67356

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Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church and Sisters of St. Joseph Convent

Location: Antonino

As the town of Antonino grew in size after World War II, the Catholic community there realized the original 1905 wooden church was becoming overcrowded.
Address: Antonino Rd. & 210 Ave.
Antonino, KS

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Palace Theater

Location: Kinsley

The Historic Palace Theater, has been in continuous operation since 1917 and has been the center of entertainment in Kinsley for almost a century.
Address: 223 East 6th
Kinsley, KS 67547

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Parks Galore

Location: Chanute

With five parks, a lake, a pond and more, Chanute has lots to offer those who enjoy the great outdoors. In addition, there is a public golf course located in one of the parks.
Address: 21 N. Lincoln
Chanute, KS 66720

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Paul's Cafe

Location: Smith Center

An original Valentine Diner
Address:
Smith Center, KS 66967

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Phillips County Courthouse

Location: Phillipsburg

Historic Courthouse built in 1912, this hidden gem has marble walls, stain glass skylight and brass chandeliers.
Address: 301 State Street
Phillipsburg, KS 67661

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Pony Express Original Home Station #1

Location: Marysville

Only original Pony Express Home Station still standing on its original site. Oldest building in Marshall County.
Address: 106 South 8th Street
Marysville, KS 66508

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Postrock Limestone Courtyard

Location: Lucas

Architectural Display
Address: 213 S. Main
Lucas, KS 67648

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Pratt Pony Bridge

Location: Morland

1 of only 2 remaining
Address: City Park
Morland, KS 67650

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Presser Hall on Bethany College Campus

Location: Lindsborg

Presser Hall hosts the Bethany Oratorio Society's annual performance of Handel's "Messiah," a 130-year tradition at Bethany College.
Address: 335 E Swensson
Lindsborg, KS 67456

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Railroad Bridge over the Cottonwood River

Location: Florence

Listen for the sound of the train and the flowing water along the Cottonwood River
Address:
Florence, KS 66851

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Ritz Movie Theater

Location: Stafford

1930s art deco theater
Address: 116 S. Main
Stafford, KS 67578

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Riverside Park

Location: Oswego

This can't be Kansas!
Address: Riverside Park Drive
Oswego, KS 67356

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Rooks County Courthouse

Location: Stockton

1923 Neo-classical Revival structure
Address: 115 N. Walnut
Stockton, KS 67669

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Rooks County Fairgrounds

Location: Stockton

County fair is one of the largest in the state. Historic buildings were built of native limestone dating back to the 1930's WPA era.
Address: 918 S. Elm Street
Stockton, KS 67669

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Santa Fe Depot

Location: Chanute

One of the largest Santa Fe Depots in this area is located in Chanute. It has been renovated with private funds and now houses the Martin and Osa Johnson Safari Museum and the Chanute Public Library.
Address: 111 N. Lincoln
Chanute, KS 66720

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Santa Fe Depot Museum

Location: Osage City

Address: 508 Market Street
Osage City, KS 66523

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School House

Location: Munjor

The current two story limestone building that is used as the St. Francis Parish Hall served as the Munjor School for many years.
Address: 882 Main
Munjor, KS 67601

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Schuyler Museum

Location: Burlingame

From text books to history books
Address: 117 S. Dacotah
Burlingame, KS 66413

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Sisters of St. Joseph Nazareth Convent

Location: Concordia

Address: 13th and Washington Street
Concordia, KS 66901

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Sisters' Convent

Location: Munjor

The Sisters of Saint Agnes from Fond du Lac, Wisconson, served the Munjor community and were the teachers at the school from 1885 to 1967.
Address: 881 Moscow St.
Munjor, KS 67601

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Smith County Courthouse

Location: Smith Center

Modern Classical Eclecticism
Address: 218 S. Grant
Smith Center, KS 66967

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Southwestern Bell Telephone Building

Location: Meade

Adorned with sculptures by Bruce Moore
Address: North Spring Lake
Meade, KS 67864

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St. Charles one room schoolhouse

Location: Sedan

Country schoolhouse moved to the Hollow Park on North Sherman Street.
Address: 104 N Sherman
Sedan, KS 67361

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St. Fidelis Church

Location: Victoria

Also known as "Cathedral of the Plains," it is the largest Church west of the Mississippi.
Address: 900 Cathedral Avenue
Victoria, KS 67671

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St. Francis Monastery

Location: Munjor

The first priests to serve Munjor came from Herzog or Hays and it was not until a suitable residence was built that Munjor finally had its own permanent priest.
Address: 884 Main St.
Munjor, KS 67601

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St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

Location: Munjor

Construction of the first church in Munjor began in the fall of 1877 and was completed in February 1878.
Address: 883 Moscow St.
Munjor, KS 67601

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St. John's Catholic Church

Location: Beloit

Address: 701 E. Court
Beloit, KS 67420

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St. Joseph Catholic Church

Location: Ellinwood

1876 limestone church
Address: 214 North Main
Ellinwood, KS 67526

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St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church

Location: Piqua

Sitting on a hill, spiraling high above the surrounding prairie, one can see the bell tower of St. Martin’s of Tours Catholic Church from miles away.
Address: Xylan Road
Piqua, KS 66761

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Stafford County Museum

Location: Stafford

Address: 100 N. Main
Stafford, KS 67578

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Stafford First United Methodist Church

Location: Stafford

Architect worked for Frank Lloyd Wright
Address: 218 W. Stafford Street
Stafford, KS 67578

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Stone Arch Bridges

Location: Phillipsburg

Amongst beautiful old trees and green grass is where you will find these stone bridges.
Address: West Ridge Road
Phillipsburg, KS 67661

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Stone Bridges of Cowley County

Location: Winfield

Seventeen beautiful, stone arch bridges can be visited throughout the county
Address: Various locations throughout the county
Winfield, KS

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Stone Court

Location: Hoisington

Unique limestone house built in 1892.
Address: First and Center
Hoisington, KS 67544

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Stone House Gallery

Location: Fredonia

Visual art collection housed in 1872 stone house.
Address: 320 N. 7th St.
Fredonia, KS 66736

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Sun Dial

Location: Hoisington

Address: 109 E. 1st
Hoisington, KS 67544

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Swedish Covenant Church

Location: Osage City

Address:
Osage City, KS 66523

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Swimming Pool Bathhouse

Location: Marysville

WPA Project built in 1939 and still in use today.
Address: 803 Walnut
Marysville, KS 66508

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Tap Room

Location: Hoisington

Address: 170 S. Main St
Hoisington, KS 67544

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The Bandstand

Location: Fredonia

Built by the WPA in 1932, the bandstand is located on the southwest corner of the downtown square.
Address: Town Square
Fredonia, KS 66736

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The Clock Tower

Location: Fredonia

View clockworks through the windows and watch as the antique mechanism chimes for every hour!
Address: Monroe Street
Fredonia, KS 66736

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The Historic Fredonia Town Square

Location: Fredonia

Many of the buildings on the downtown square were built in the late 1800's or early 1900's. Some have been restored while others have seen better days. Regardless, there is much rich history and architecture preserved in these buildings.
Address: 716 Madison
Fredonia, KS 66736

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The Homer Allison Outhouse Collection

Location: Elk Falls

The lifetime collection of Maryland's outhouse expert, Homer Allison. Donated to the Friends of Elk Falls in 2009, currently housed in the Pershing/Prairie Gem Schoolhouse.
Address:
Elk Falls, KS

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The Old Mill

Location: Smith Center

Reconstructed old mill
Address: Wagner Park
Smith Center, KS 66967

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The Old Opera House

Location: Florence

Horse and Buggies drove up with anxious spectors for the productions at the Florence Opera House.
Address: 507 Main
Florence, KS 66851

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The Thomas Bowlus Fine Arts Center

Location: Iola

What does Henry Mancini, Minnie Pearl, Buster Keaton, Cemetery Art and Pinocchio all have in common?
Address: 205 E. Madison Avenue
Iola, KS 66749

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Tioga Suites Hotel

Location: Chanute

The Tioga Hotel was built in 1926 and was one of the first completely fire-proof structures in the state. The building is now home to the Tioga Suites Hotel with two restaurants located inside the hotel. It is listed on the National Historic Register.
Address: 12 E. Main
Chanute, KS 66720

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Trail City Bed & Breakfast

Location: Coolidge

An old saloon that was moved from Trail City to Coolidge in 1887. It was recently renovated into a 4 bedroom bed & breakfast.
Address: 111 Elm St.
Coolidge, KS 67836

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Trego County Courthouse

Location: WaKeeney

Visit this historic courthouse that "lost its top" in 1951-52.
Address: 216 N. Main Street
WaKeeney, KS 67672

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Valentine Diner Structure

Location: Hoisington

Liquor Stores Sold after Kansas repealed Prohibition in 1949, this is essentially a Valentine diner building without the fixtures.
Address: 168 W 2nd St.
Hoisington, KS 67544

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Van Doren Park

Location: Bird City

Address: 102 North Rich Ave
Bird City, KS 67731

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Waller Coolbaugh 20th Century House

Location: Stockton

1905 High Classical Revival style
Address: 421 N. Walnut
Stockton, KS 67669

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Washington Street Emporium

Location: Marquette

Address: 100 North Washington
Marquette, KS 67464

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Waterville Opera House

Location: Waterville

Be a part of the restoration of this 1903 The Opera House is on the National Registry of Historic Places.
Address: 202 E. Front St.
Waterville, KS 66548

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White Eagle Gas Station /Gilday Gas Station

Location: Osage City

Address: 5th & Holiday Streets
Osage City, KS

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Wichita County Courthouse

Location: Leoti

Architecture winner in the 8 Wonders of Wichita County contest!
Address: 206 South 4th Street
Leoti, KS 67861

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Wilson County Historical Society Museum

Location: Fredonia

Located on the east side of the square, the museum is housed in the former Wilson County jail and Sheriff's residence built in 1915.
Address: 420 N 7th Street
Fredonia, KS 66736

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Woodson Hotel

Location: Yates Center

Address: 201 W. Butler
Yates Center, KS 66783

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WPA Band Shell

Location: Lindsborg

Located in Swensson Park (known to the locals as North Park), the Band Shell was built in 1935 as part of the WPA project.
Address: 400 Block of N Main
Lindsborg, KS 67456

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WPA projects

Location: Iola

Think you can build it better? WPA projects are still here and can be seen throughout the town.
Address: 208 W. Madison Avenue
Iola, KS 66749

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Ye Olde Country Church

Location: St. Francis

Built in 1887, after 100 years of service, the church was moved to St. Francis and placed next the Cheyenne County Museum and open during museum hours.
Address: 215 W Business U.S. 36
St. Francis, KS 67756

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