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The Katy Depot

The Katy Depot


512 East Main
Council Grove KS 66846
Ph: 1-785-8294
Additional Information
Welcome to "The Katy Depot". We are pleased to invite you to our shoppe. Antiques and collectables for you to browse and enjoy. We have something that will fit all pocketbooks. Items change frequently and there is always a variety of goods to choose from. Little to Large whether it is a gift for a friend, loved one, or yourself. So come on in and let us make your visit a more enjoyable one.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday thru Thursday-----Noon to 5:30pm
Saturday------------------10am to 5:30pm
Sunday--------------------Noon to 5:30pm

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Early Day Jail

Desperadoes, ruffians, robbers and horse thieves all "bunked" here in this early day calaboose (jail), built in 1849. It was said to be the only jail on the Santa Fe Trail at the time. Other Durland Park attractions:

Council Grove, KS Pioneer Life

Neosho River Walk

"Retracing the Footsteps of the Pioneers"

Council Grove, KS Trails

Terwilliger Home

With its foundation laid in Kansas Territory, the Terwilliger Home was built alongside the famed Santa Fe Trail as Kansas became the 34th state. Built by Abraham and Mary Rawlinson in 1860-61, this stone home was the last house freighters passed going West when leaving Council Grove as late as 18

Council Grove, KS Historic Homes

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 Landmarks

Custer Elm

Legend has it that while patrolling the Santa Fe Trail with his famous 7th Cavalry Regiment, George Armstrong Custer camped under the huge elm that flourished at this site. The massive trunk is all that remains of this tree that measured more than 100 feet tall and 16 feet around. Custer bought 120

Council Grove, KS Landmarks

Things to do near Council Grove, KS

Marion Reservoir Trails

For nature lovers who don't care to pursue the water sports, a 1-mile nature trail, called Willow Walk Trail, has been built ...