The 1921 Canton Township Carnegie Library still seems to be in great shape on North Main. It was the last Carnegie Library built in Kansas and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Chisholm Trail/Santa Fe Trails Meet
Two of the most historic trails of Kansas, the Santa Fe Trail and the Chisholm Trail, meet just 3 miles east of Canton on Highway 56, on the McPherson/Marion County line, the only place in the United States where these two trails cross.
Canton, KS Pioneer LifeCanton Carnegie Library
The 1921 Canton Township Carnegie Library still seems to be in great shape on North Main. It was the last Carnegie Library built in Kansas and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987
Canton, KS Carnegie LibrariesMaxwell Wildlife Refuge
No other place in Kansas can buffalo and elk be viewed as they can at the 2800-acre Maxwell Wildlife Refuge. Voted as one of 8
Canton, KS Wildlife RefugesMcPherson State Fishing Lake (Canton Lake)
46 acres, boating, boat ramps, picnic areas, basic camping, fishing piers, nature trails
Canton, KS RecreationThings to do near Canton, KS
First Infantry Division Museum - Fort Riley
The U.S. Cavalry Museum and 1st Infantry Division Museum document the storied history of American Cavalry and the "Big Red On...
Manka Residence
This house was octagon in shape before an addition was built on. The entrance to the house is of particular interest. Two tal...
Marquette Municipal Swimming Pool
The Municipal Swimming Pool in the City Park is open from Memorial Day until Labor Day. Private party reservations are avail...