The existing Santa Fe Depot is the fourth depot built in Ellinwood and was dedicated on Dec. 17, 1903. The previous depot was hit by lightning and burned in 1902
Ellinwood, KS Railroad HistoryFred Wolf bought the lots for a park on Mainstreet and in 1930 a bandshell was built by Young Construction Company of Hutchinson for under $4000. There was seating for 35 muscicians. Trees, shrubs, flowers, paths, and a gold fish pool were designed for the park. Soon seating for 250
Ellinwood, KS AmphitheatersThe Starr-Wolf Building constructed in 1894 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Ellinwood, KS Historic BuildingsThe Rodeo began in the depths of the Great Depression, promoted by three dirt farmers and a school teacher, its roots extendi...
Wolf Pond is a popular fishing spot, and one of several parks and playgrounds in Ellinwood.
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