Developed in 1992, the Parsons Aboretum consists of a Daylily bed, Wetlands Project, Gazebo, and a wildflower bed. The Arboretum provides a spot of beauty, and an opportunity to promote learning about our environment.
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Carnegie Arts Center
Opened in 1909 and formerly the Carnegie Library, the Carnegie Arts Center, is being transformed into a versatile new arts facility. Celebrations plans for the 100th Anniversary of the Carnegie are scheduled for May 2009
Parsons, KS Art CentersParsons Historical Museum and Iron Horse Museum
Both museums house many interesting items - the Parsons Historical Museum has a complete dentist office, not to mention a very large photographic collection of people, places, and events all from Parsons' great past.
Parsons, KS MuseumsParsons Municipal Auditorium
The Parsons Municipal Auditorium is a classic, 1920s-era civic auditorium. For more than 50
Parsons, KS Historic BuildingsParsons Outdoors
Hunting There are over 17,000 acres of public hunting area, featuring quail, rabbits, dove, squirrels, water fowl and white-tail deer. Strip Pits "Pit"
Parsons, KS RecreationThings to do near Parsons, KS
Lake Side Golf Course
Located just west of South Owl Lake is a nine hole course with sand greens. Fees and regulations are posted at the site. ...
A. Wayland Home
The Wayland home was built in 1887, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was built by the ...