Constructed in 1937 as a WPA project, the library was originally established by Howard Barnard, pioneer educator. A display of Mr. Barnard's books and personal items exemplify his devotion to education.
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Rush County Historical Museum
Housed in an old Santa Fe Depot which has been moved from Timken, Kansas, a town famous for its early family ties with the Timken Roller Bearing Company.
La Crosse, KS MuseumsLa Crosse City Park
Take a moment to sit back and relax while you are visiting La Crosse. The City Park is the perfect place to have a picnic and breathe in some fresh air.
La Crosse, KS MemorialsKansas Barbed Wire Museum
The internationally recognized museum displays over 700 varieties of barbed wire and related fencing items. Also housed in the museum is one of the largest collections of fencing tools in the world. Dioramas depict the use of barbed wire in the 19
La Crosse, KS MuseumsRush County Courthouse
The Rush County Courthouse was constructed in 1888 following a "tug-of-war" for the county seat. The building is now listed in the National Register of Historical Places
La Crosse, KS Historic CourthousesBarnard Library
Constructed in 1937 as a WPA project, the library was originally established by Howard Barnard, pioneer educator. A display of Mr. Barnard's books and personal items exemplify his devotion to education.
La Crosse, KS Historic BuildingsThings to do near La Crosse, KS
Cowtown History
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Hopewell Church
Hopewell Church was originally located southwest of Beloit. Parts of the church building are 111 years old. Founded in 1876 a...