The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum - Abilene, Kansas The basic function of the Library building is to provide a place for scholars to come to work in the rich historical materials housed there and to give information to the general … [Read more...]
Eastern Kansas Tourism – your Eastern Kansas Tourist Guide to Vacations, Attractions and Events
OZ Museum – Wamego, Kansas
OZ Museum - Wamego, Kansas What a wonderful trip to Oz! Visit the museum and see the variety of items from the era of entertainment from the days of Oz to the 1900's. The museum houses more than just memorabilia from the famous 1939 MGM musical starring … [Read more...]
Terwilliger Home • Maple Camp Cabin – Council Grove, Kansas
Terwilliger Home • Maple Camp Cabin - Council Grove, Kansas These two buildings are part of the former Maple Camp. The Terwilliger Home was built in 1861, alongside the Santa Fe Trail. It was the last house the Santa Fe freighters passed as they proceeded … [Read more...]
Fort Leavenworth – Leavenworth Kansas
Fort Leavenworth has been a military asset to the United States for over 170 years. Located off Metropolitan Avenue in Leavenworth, Kansas, it was established in 1827 by Colonel Henry Leavenworth. It began as a base of operations for dealing with the Indians … [Read more...]
The Kansas Museum Of History – Topeka Kansas
The Kansas Museum of History is located in Topeka, Kansas. The museum is dedicated to the colorful history of Kansas, and is filled with interesting things to see and do. When people find themselves in Topeka, the Kansas Museum of History is a great way to … [Read more...]
Hot Air Balloon Rally – Topeka Kansas
Huff 'n Puff – Topeka's Hot Air Balloon Rally - Topeka Kansas Topeka's famous hot air balloon rally will soon turn thirty. Thirty years old, that is. This is because the thirtieth annual hot air balloon rally was first started in June of 1976, over … [Read more...]
Neewollah Celebration – Independence Kansas
Neewollah Celebration - Independence Kansas Each fall the city of Independence, Kansas holds a huge celebration for everyone to share the best food and fun that the area has to offer. Some of the special events offered at the Neewollah (Halloween) celebration … [Read more...]
The Quirky Offerings of Kansas
The Quirky Offerings of Kansas If you’re planning a visit to Kansas, and you want to do some things that are a little off the beaten path, there are quite a few quirky adventures to be had in this state. If seeing a collection of mechanical fans, … [Read more...]