Wah-Shun-Gah Days
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The Annual Wah-Shun-Gah Days honors members of the Kaw Nation, whose reservation in and around Council Grove was taken from them when they were moved to "Indian Territory" (now Oklahoma) in the spring of 1873. This three-day event includes the Kaw Nation's Inter-tribal Pow-wow, a classic car show, antique tractor show, arts and crafts fair, flea market, a mile-and-a-half long parade at 10 o'clock Saturday morning, food vendors lining both sides of Main Street and continuous entertainment at the "Main Street Tent" and the air-conditioned high school auditorium. There will also be street musicians along Main Street. This is family entertainment at its best.
Wah-Shun-Gah Days
Phone : 620-767-5413 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : chamber@councilgrove.com
Web: www.washungadays.com/
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Attractions and Upcoming Events
Council Oak
A shelter east of the Neosho River bridge protects the stump of the Council Oak. Gathered in the shade of the big oak on a hot August day in 1825
Council Grove, KS LandmarksKaw Mission
The Kaw (or Kansa) Indians lived in three villages southeast of Council Grove from 1848 until their removal south to Indian Territory in 1873. Methodist Episcopal missionaries built this school for Kaw children in 1851
Council Grove, KS MuseumsCottage House Hotel
This rambling, two-story brick building began in 1867 as a 3-room cottage and blacksmith shop. Today, the handsome gazebo-style porches are favorite gathering places for guests and the historic hotel is a restored showcase of unique Victorian charm. From "Aunt Minnie's Room" to the "Bridal Chamber"
Council Grove, KS Historic HotelsHermit's Cave
This tiny cave was the temporary home of an Italian hermit, Giovanni Maria Augustini, who lived here for a brief period in the spring of 1863. Later that year, the religious mystic left with a wagon train, walking the 500 miles to New Mexico.
Council Grove, KS Pioneer History