Old Settler's Day
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Event Details
Step back in time at this family fun event. Enjoy activities such as a tractor parade, Blue Grass music, quilt show,possible 5K Walk/Run, Corn Picking, Shelling, Husking & Horse-Drawn Grinding Demonstration, and a tractor display. 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Drinks & Snacks Available - Handicap Accessible
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Old Settler's Day
Phone : 620-767-2714 (Always call and confirm events.)
Web: www.agheritagepark.com
Festivals
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Old Bell Monument
Perched high on a hill overlooking the town and Neosho River valley below, this bell was erected in 1866 to warn townsfolk of Indian raids. It also served as a school and church bell for nearly 30 years.
Council Grove, KS MonumentsAtkinson Log House
This building houses the two-story Atkinson Log House, constructed in 1858 on Clark's Creek near Large Spring near Latimer, and moved to this site in 1996. It is one of the two oldest wooden structures known to remain in Morris County.
Council Grove, KS Pioneer LifeOld Stone Barn
This imposing, 76-foot-long native stone barn was built into the bank of a hill in 1871 on land owned by the town's founder, Seth Hays. It's the only structure remaining from the Morris County Poor Farm, which existed here from 1889-1945.
Council Grove, KS Historic BarnsHermit'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 HistoryCouncil 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 Landmarks