The Lavender Patch Farm, Fort Scott Agritourism in Kansas It seems like every time I visit one of our agritourism businesses I always feel inspired to incorporate my recent farm learnings into the small farming and gardening operations on my own property. Leaving The Lavender Patch Farm in Fort…
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Head to Wichita for summer brews, fun attractions Whether you plan to road trip with the family or get away with friends this summer, head to the heart of the country for a flavorful, fun experience. Kansas’ largest city – Wichita – is bringing back two popular summertime tours: the Wicked Brew Tour…
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Orphan Trains transported roughly 250,000 homeless, abandoned, and orphaned children out of cities and into rural communities and homes between 1854-1929. Today, millions of Americans are descended from these brave children, and millions more are fascinated by this historic movement. The event…
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Opportunity to explore the buried past of Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site History Underground Image of Monroe Elementary School from 1927-1929 | Photo credit: https://www.kansasmemory.org/item/9338 People from all over visit the Brown v. Board of Education National Historic…
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A women's march in December 1921 brought national attention to the coal mines of Southeast Kansas. Coal was mined in the area as early as the 1860's and thousands of immigrants came from all over the world to work in these mines. The mix of nationalities created a blend of ethnic cultures unique to…
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Are you an avid train enthusiast? Or do you have a kiddo that's choo choo obsessed? No matter the draw, you'll find an amazing photo op and viewing experience as the U.P.'s Big Boy steam engine makes its way through Kansas! Kansas Big Boy Steam Engine Stops Monday, August 9, 2021 City Time Stop…
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Marysville’s first Mother’s Day Flea Market was in 1976 in conjunction with the city’s celebrations commemorating the nation’s bicentennial. The inaugural event was held on Mother’s Day and drew more than 5000 people to the city. Howard Kessinger, editor of The Marysville Advocate, editorialized the…
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You’re invited to be part of the “Kaw River Navy,” as more than 350 kayaks and canoes float the…
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As the summer season comes to an end, the Sunflower State begins gearing up to offer Kansas visitors scenic autumn vistas and fascinating diversions. Traveling off-season in Kansas gives your vacation budget a break, as well! Not sure what to see and do during autumn in Kansas? These ideas will get…
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There’s a good reason why Kansas celebrates Home on the Range as its official song. Discover Old West adventure at guest ranches, living-history museums and dusty rodeo arenas. Living the Ranch Life A squeaky-clean version of cowboy life lives on at Prairie Rose Chuckwagon Supper on the outskirts of…
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