Flint Hills Country, Kansas


The Flint Hills is a place where you can still wander and explore magnificent grassland prairies, unchanged since the days of the Santa Fe Trail. Where the sky bends to meet the earth, and summer breezes blow across a sea of tallgrass and prairie wildflowers. Leave the 20th century behind and hop on an authentic Conestoga wagon for a western adventure you won't soon forget. Take the scenic route in search of historic forts and presidential treasures. Stop along the way to sample young vintages at a Kansas winery. And, if the spirit moves you, raise your arms, free your feet and dance across the open prairie. It's a place where the West is still wild. Where less is definitely more. So saddle up and hit the trail.
Explore Flint Hills Country
Custer House - Fort Riley
Constructed in 1855 of native limestone, the Custer House is the only surviving set of quarters from the Fort'
Fort Riley, KS MuseumsChristian Congregational Church
The Congregational Church was Built in Gothic style of architecture in 1888
Eureka, KS Historic ChurchesOutdoor Mural Tour
"Wrap Around Winfield" is the cover mural of a self-guided tourguide of 15
Winfield, KS ArtsMarion County Courthouse
Completed in 1909, the Romanesque revival, native limestone courthouse has a clock tower and stone carvings at entrance. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Marion, KS Historic CourthousesCarnegie Library
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Carnegie Library was built in 1904 with the help of a $10,000 grant from Andrew Carnegie. The building is located just to the west of the Courthouse and now houses the county attorney's office.
Manhattan, KS Carnegie LibrariesMarquette Visitor's Tour
Schedule
9:00 A.M. - Arrive in Marquette for restrooms and coffee time.
Hot coffee and rolls at the Cafe - Tuesday thru Saturday, OR
Marquette, KS Tours
William Allen White's Home - Red Rocks State Historic Site
This house, a National Historic Register Landmark, was rented by William Allen White in 1899 and purchased by him in 1901. It was his home for 45
Emporia, KS Famous HomesOutdoor Recreation
Canoe trips - down scenic Fall River, 6-8 miles/3/4 hours. Also guided backpack trips, Spring and Fall. Camping - area lakes, Fall River and Christian Hills Camp. Hunting - the best anywhere! Quail, Prairie Chicken, Turkey, Deer, and Rabbits.
Eureka, KS RecreationCity Parks
Library Park - Adjacent to the Library on Highland Street, Library Park has a Gazebo, covered shelter, and playground equipment. South City Park
Towanda, KS RecreationCity Parks
The beautiful native stone park entrances to Marquette's City Park were built in the 1920's by local stone masons. They were donated by various organizations in the community which engraved their names on the posts.
Swimming Pool
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Marquette, KS Recreation