This unique sculpture depicts the Pottawatomie Indians, the Mission and the Oregon Trail. It can be seen on the north side of Highway 24 in the center of town.
St. Marys, KS ArtsA Brief History of St. Mary's Mission St. Marys, Kansas Following their removal from the Great Lakes area, Pottawatomie Indians were moved to Kansas. Admission was set up for them on Sugar Creek near present day Osawatomie in March of 1839. In1846
St. Marys, KS Historic ChurchesThe Indian Pay Station, the oldest building in Pottawatomie County, was built in 1857
St. Marys, KS Museums
Historical Essays written by local historian, Dorothy Hoobler, are reprinted from the St. Marys Star. Thanks to Dorothy for taking the time and interest to write these essays that give us a glimpse into the life and times of St. Marys, Kansas.
St. Marys, KS LiteratureEmporia, founded in 1857, includes several sites of national and local significance. These tours provide a view of Emporia fr...