Kansas

NORTHEASTERN KANSAS

Kansas City Metro Area (Kansas only)

Olathe

• 80s Station Gas Pump Museum – Vintage gas station with pop culture memorabilia.
• Cowboy Boot Fountain – Water shoots from giant cowboy boots.
• ★ Ernie Miller Nature Center – Trails, wildlife exhibits, and nature education programs.
• ★ Heritage Park – Historic park with walking trails, picnic areas, and preserved structures.
• Lemon Park – Community park featuring playgrounds, sports fields, and walking trails.
• ★ Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop – 1860s living history farm and original stagecoach stop.
• Olathe Historical Society Museum – Exhibits on local history, pioneer life, and the city’s development.
• The Blue Door Antique Mall – Large collection of antiques and quirky collectibles.

Overland Park

• ★ Corporate Woods Trails & Parks – Scenic walking trails with ponds, art installations, and green space.
• ★ Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead – A working farm offering animal exhibits, pony rides, and interactive experiences.
• ★ Heritage Trail – Multi-use trail connecting several parks and community areas across Overland Park.
• I-Lan Park – Traditional Chinese garden and cultural center.
• ★ Museum at Prairiefire – Science and cultural museum featuring rotating exhibits and a dinosaur skeleton.
• ★ Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens – Themed gardens, walking trails, and seasonal displays.
• Overland Park Farmers Market – Vibrant market offering fresh produce, artisanal goods, and local crafts.
• ★ Sauer Castle – Historic mansion with a mysterious past.
• Shawnee Mission Lake – A 120-acre lake offering fishing, boating, and recreational activities.
• ★ Shawnee Mission Park – Large regional park with trails, lakes, picnic areas, and a nature center.
• Tomahawk Creek Trail – Multi-use trail ideal for walking, running, and cycling.
• YaYa’s Alpaca Farm – Family-friendly farm offering alpaca encounters and educational experiences.
• Haunted Overland Park Mansion Tours – Seasonal haunted tours of local historic homes.

Shawnee / Shawnee Mission

• Johnson County Museum – Local history exhibits including pioneer life, agriculture, and county development.
• Kaw Point Park – Scenic spot where the Kansas and Missouri rivers meet, offering trails, river views, and historical markers.
• ★ Shawnee Indian Mission – 19th-century school for Native American children, now a museum and historic site.
• ★ Shawnee Town 1929 – Living history museum depicting life in the 1920s, with period buildings and costumed interpreters.
• Old Shawnee Ghost Walks – Local legends and spooky history tours.

Lenexa

• ★ Black Hoof Park – Park featuring trails, a lake, and recreational facilities.
• Lenexa Historical Society Museum – Exhibits on the history of Lenexa and the surrounding area.

Leawood

• Ironwoods Park – Park with trails, a pond, and the historic Mahaffie House.
• Art in the Park Sculpture Trail – Outdoor public art installations along walking paths.

Bonner Springs / Wyandotte County

• ★ Kansas City Renaissance Festival – Seasonal event featuring live entertainment, food, and crafts.
• Moon Marble Company – Handmade marbles and glass-blowing demonstrations.
• National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame – Interactive exhibits and vintage farm equipment.
• ★ Wyandotte County Lake Park – Scenic lake with wooded trails and wildlife.
• Bonner Springs Soda Fountain Museum – Local nostalgia museum featuring antique soda fountains and collectibles.
• The Old Mill Historic Site – Small historic site showcasing early milling technology.

Kansas City, Kansas

• ★ Children’s Mercy Park – Home stadium for Sporting Kansas City, hosting soccer matches and events.
• ★ Kansas City Speedway – Motorsport complex hosting NASCAR and other racing events.
• ★ Memorial Hall – Historic venue hosting concerts, events, and community gatherings.
• Quindaro Townsite – Archaeological site with historical significance related to the Underground Railroad.
• ★ Rosedale World War I Memorial Arch – Historic arch commemorating World War I veterans.
• KCKPD Museum – Museum showcasing the history of the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department.
• Wyandotte County Historical Village – Small village with period buildings and historical exhibits.
• The Legends Ghost Tours – Local paranormal tours and haunted stories in Kansas City, KS.

Topeka Metro Area

Shawnee County

• Kansas State Capitol – Dome tours and John Steuart Curry’s murals
• Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site – Landmark civil rights museum
• Evel Knievel Museum – Motorcycles, stunts, and daredevil memorabilia
• Kansas Museum of History – Native artifacts, pioneer exhibits, and rail history
• Mulvane Art Museum – Contemporary and regional art on Washburn University campus
• Gage Park & Topeka Zoo – Trails, carousel, and family-friendly zoo
• Ted Ensley Gardens – Lakeside botanical gardens with seasonal blooms
• Great Overland Station – Restored train depot with exhibits and river views
• Truckhenge – Upended trucks turned into political folk art installations

Lawrence Metro Area

Douglas County

• Massachusetts Street – Historic downtown with shops, murals, and music venues
• Watkins Museum of History – Local heritage and Civil War exhibits
• Spencer Museum of Art – University of Kansas collection of global and modern art
• KU Natural History Museum – Fossils, dioramas, and the iconic panorama
• ★ Clinton Lake State Park – Trails, camping, and lake recreation
• Prairie Park Nature Center – Wildlife exhibits and native habitat trails
• Haskell Cultural Center and Museum – Tribal history and Native American veterans memorial
• Dole Institute of Politics – Museum and archives honoring Senator Bob Dole
• Underground speakeasies – Hidden cocktail lounges beneath historic buildings

Leavenworth Metro Area

Leavenworth County

• ★ Fort Leavenworth Museum – Military history dating back to 1827
• C.W. Parker Carousel Museum – Restored antique carousels and hands-on exhibits
• Carroll Mansion – Victorian home with period furnishings
• Leavenworth Riverfront Community Center – Historic train station turned recreation hub
• Richard Allen Cultural Center – African American history and Buffalo Soldier exhibits
• ★ Buffalo Soldier Monument – Outdoor memorial honoring Black cavalry regiments

Atchison Metro Area

Atchison County

• Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum – Gothic Revival home of the aviation pioneer
• Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum – Interactive exhibits and 1935 Lockheed Electra plane
• Haunted Atchison Trolley Tour – Ghost stories and historic sites
• Muchnic Art Gallery – 1885 mansion with rotating art exhibits
• International Forest of Friendship – Arboretum honoring aviation and space pioneers
• Amelia Earhart Statue – Riverside tribute to her legacy

Wamego Metro Area

Pottawatomie County

• ★ Oz Museum – Over 2,000 Wizard of Oz artifacts and immersive exhibits
• Toto’s Tacoz – Oz-themed eatery with playful menu
• Oz Winery – Local wines with whimsical names like “Squished Witch”
• ★ Wamego City Park – Windmill, pond, and historic buildings
• Columbian Theatre – Historic venue with murals from the 1893 World’s Fair

Holton Metro Area

Jackson County

• Jackson County Historical Museum – Local history and Civil War artifacts
• Banner Creek Reservoir – Fishing, trails, and prairie views
• Holton Main Street Murals – Public art celebrating community heritage

Hiawatha Metro Area

Brown County

• Davis Memorial – Marble tribute to a beloved wife, built over decades
• Brown County Historical Society Museum – Native and pioneer exhibits
• Hiawatha City Lake – Scenic spot for fishing and picnicking
• Hiawatha Halloween Parade – One of the oldest Halloween parades in the U.S.

Seneca Metro Area

Nemaha County

• Seneca Historic Downtown – Brick streets and vintage storefronts
• Nemaha County Historical Museum – Local artifacts and military history
• Pony Express Marker – Commemorating the historic mail route
• Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church – Ornate twin-spired limestone church

Troy Metro Area

Doniphan County

• Doniphan County Courthouse – Historic limestone building
• Highland Community College’s Klinefelter Barn – Restored barn with cultural events
• White Cloud Scenic Overlook – Views of four states from the bluffs
• Four-State Lookout – Panoramic views of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Iowa

Oskaloosa Metro Area

Jefferson County

• Old Jefferson Town – Recreated pioneer village with historic buildings
• ★ Perry Lake – Trails, camping, and water recreation
• Valley Falls Historical Museum – Small-town heritage and local lore

Lyndon Metro Area
Osage County

• ★ Pomona Lake – Fishing, boating, and scenic drives
• Osage County Historical Society Museum – Local history and early settlement artifacts
• ★ Melvern Lake – Wildlife viewing and water sports

Sabetha Metro Area
Nemaha County

• Brick Street Furniture Co. & Wine Lounge – Home decor paired with wine tastings
• Downtown Sabetha – Boutique shops and seasonal events

Blue Rapids Metro Area
Marshall County

• Alcove Spring – Natural spring and waterfall used by Oregon Trail emigrants
• Blue Rapids Historical Museum – Local history and early settlement artifacts

NORTHCENTRAL KANSAS

Salina Metro Area

Saline County

• ★ SculptureTour Salina – Downtown filled with rotating public art and odd sculptures
• Rolling Hills Zoo Animatronics – Life-size robotic animals alongside real ones
• Smoky Hill Museum – Pioneer and settler exhibits
• Lakewood Discovery Center – Trails and interactive wildlife exhibits

Brookville (Saline County)

• ★ Mushroom Rock State Park – Eroded sandstone pillars resembling mushrooms

Abilene Metro Area

Dickinson County

• Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum – Honoring Dwight D. Eisenhower
• Seelye Mansion – Lavish 1905 home with original Edison fixtures
• ★ Old Abilene Town – Recreated Wild West town with gunfight reenactments
• Greyhound Hall of Fame – Celebrates racing dogs with interactive exhibits

Concordia Metro Area

Cloud County

• Whole Wall Mural – Longest sculpted brick mural in the U.S.
• Orphan Train Museum – Commemorates relocated children from the early 1900s
• Nazareth Convent & Academy – Historic site with gardens and architecture

Lindsborg Metro Area

• ★ Swedish Pavilion – Built for 1904 World’s Fair; celebrates heritage
• ★ Wild Dala Horses – Painted horse statues around town
• Red Barn Studio – Home of artist Lester Raymer
• ★ Coronado Heights – Hilltop castle with scenic overlooks
• Hemslöjd Swedish Gifts – Watch Dala horses being carved and painted

McPherson County / Saline County Border

McPherson Metro Area

McPherson County

• McPherson Opera House – Restored 1888 theater hosting events
• Lakeside Park Miniature Train – Nostalgic rides for kids and adults
• McPherson Museum & Arts Foundation – Fossils, fine art, and local history

Great Bend Metro Area

Barton County

• Brit Spaugh Zoo Mini-Giraffe Statue – Decorated fiberglass giraffe
• Barton County Historical Society Museum – Pioneer cabins and WWII history
• Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area – Bird migration hotspot and wetlands

Hoisington (Barton County)

• Big Foot Crossing Sign – Oddball roadside marker
• Hoisington Historical Museum – Small-town memorabilia and local lore

Claflin (Barton County)

• Immaculate Conception Church – Stunning stained glass and Czech heritage

Ellsworth Metro Area

Ellsworth County

• Ellsworth County Historical Museum – Cowboy-era jail and vintage storefronts
• Fort Harker Guardhouse Museum – Civil War-era military outpost

Kanopolis (Ellsworth County)

• Kanopolis State Park – Canyons, caves, and scenic hiking trails
• Faris Caves – Hand-carved sandstone dwellings from the 1880s

Marquette Metro Area

McPherson / Ellsworth County Border

• Kansas Motorcycle Museum – Vintage bikes and racing memorabilia
• Kanopolis Drive-In Theater – Retro outdoor movie experience

Lucas Metro Area

Russell / Lincoln County Border

• ★ Garden of Eden – Eccentric concrete sculpture park by S.P. Dinsmoor
• ★ Bowl Plaza – Mosaic-tiled public restroom shaped like a toilet
• ★ Grassroots Art Center – Outsider art and folk installations
• World’s Largest Collection of Smallest Versions of Largest Things – Miniatures of roadside icons

Minneapolis Metro Area

Ottawa County

• Rock City – Giant sandstone concretions scattered across prairie

Lincoln Metro Area

Lincoln County

• Lincoln Art Center – Local and regional art in a small-town gallery
• Historic Downtown Lincoln – Limestone architecture and antique shops

Russell Metro Area

Russell County

• Fossil Station Museum – Fossils, Native artifacts, and oil boom history
• Gernon House – 1870s limestone home with period furnishings

Wilson Metro Area

Ellsworth / Russell County Border

• Midland Railroad Hotel – Historic 1899 hotel with Czech heritage
• Post Rock Scenic Byway – Limestone fenceposts and prairie views

NORTHWESTERN KANSAS

Hays Metro Area

Ellis County

• Sternberg Museum of Natural History – Fossils, including the famous “fish within a fish”
• Historic Fort Hays – Preserved frontier buildings and costumed interpreters
• Cathedral of the Plains (Victoria) – Twin-towered limestone basilica built in 1911
• Downtown Hays (“The Bricks”) – Boutique shops, art galleries, and craft breweries
• Hays Arts Council Gallery – Rotating exhibits of regional and national artists
• Breathe Coffee House – Quirky café with cozy vibes and community events

Oakley Metro Area

Gove / Logan / Thomas Counties

• ★ Monument Rocks – 70-foot chalk monoliths from an ancient inland sea
• ★ Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park – Dramatic chalk formations and scenic rim trails
• Fick Fossil & History Museum – Fossils, folk art, and pioneer artifacts
• Buffalo Bill Cultural Center – Statue and exhibits honoring William F. Cody
• Smoky Valley Ranch – Nature Conservancy preserve with guided hikes and prairie views

Colby Metro Area

Thomas County

• ★ Prairie Museum of Art & History – Sod house, carousel, and Kansas folk art
  • ★ Cooper Barn – Largest barn in Kansas, moved in one piece
• Colby Visitor Center Windmill – Iconic roadside photo stop

Goodland Metro Area

Sherman County

• ★ Giant Van Gogh Painting – 24-foot easel replica of “Three Sunflowers”
• High Plains Museum – Local history and early aviation exhibits
• ★ Land and Sky Scenic Byway – Agricultural landscapes and prairie views
• Carnegie Arts Center – Historic building with art exhibits and classes

St. Francis Metro Area

Cheyenne County

• Arikaree Breaks – Rugged badlands with deep ravines and dramatic vistas
• Lookout Point – Scenic overlook of the Breaks
• Three Corners Monument – Stand at the intersection of Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado
• Cheyenne County Museum – Pioneer life and regional history

Atwood Metro Area

Rawlins County

• Shirley Opera House – Historic venue with restored architecture
• Rawlins County Historical Museum – Local artifacts and prairie heritage
• Lake Atwood – Small lake with fishing, camping, and birdwatching

Norton Metro Area

Norton County

• Norton County Museum – Exhibits on early settlers and military history
• ★ Prairie Dog State Park – Lake, trails, and a preserved sod house
• Keith Sebelius Reservoir – Boating, camping, and wildlife viewing

Oberlin Metro Area

Decatur County

• Last Indian Raid Museum – Chronicles the final Native raid in Kansas
• Decatur County Courthouse – Historic architecture and murals
• Sappa Park – Trails, disc golf, and shaded picnic areas

Hill City Metro Area

Graham County

• Graham County Historical Society Museum – Local history and pioneer exhibits
• Solomon Valley Scenic Byway – Rolling hills and prairie views
• Hill City Murals – Public art celebrating local heritage

Hoxie Metro Area

Sheridan County

• Sheridan County Museum – Agricultural and railroad history

Phillipsburg Metro Area

Phillips County

• Fort Bissell Museum – Reconstructed frontier fort and exhibits
• Phillips County Courthouse – Historic limestone building

Wallace Metro Area

Wallace County

• Fort Wallace Museum – “Fightin’est Fort in the West” with frontier buildings and scout statues
• Butterfield Trail Museum (Russell Springs) – Stagecoach history and fossils
• ★ Mount Sunflower – Highest point in Kansas, near the Colorado border
• Sharon Springs Historic Downtown – Vintage storefronts and prairie charm

Smith Center Metro Area

Smith County

• ★ Geographic Center of the Continental U.S. – Monument and picnic area
• Smith County Historical Museum – Local heritage and pioneer artifacts
• Wagner Park – Small-town green space with historic markers

Plainville & Stockton Metro Area

Rooks County

• Rooks County Historical Museum – Native artifacts and early settler life
• ★ Stockton Lake – Fishing, camping, and prairie scenery
• Plainville Murals – Local art celebrating community and agriculture

SOUTHWESTERN KANSAS

Liberal Metro Area

Seward County

• ★ Dorothy’s House & Land of Oz – Replica home with yellow brick road and Oz-themed exhibits
• Mid-America Air Museum – One of the largest aircraft collections in the U.S.
• Coronado Museum – Local history and Spanish explorer artifacts
• Arkalon Park – Trails, birdwatching, and scenic picnic areas

Garden City Metro Area

Finney County

• Lee Richardson Zoo – Free admission zoo with global species and native habitats
• Finney County Historical Museum – Pioneer exhibits and regional artifacts
• Sandsage Bison Range – Guided tours of bison herds and prairie ecology
• Garden City Arts – Local gallery with rotating exhibits and workshops

Dodge City Metro Area

Ford County

• Boot Hill Museum – Old West reenactments, saloon shows, and historic buildings
• Historic Santa Fe Depot – Restored train station with exhibits and events
• El Capitan Statue – Bronze tribute to cattle drives and cowboy heritage
• Long Branch Lagoon – Western-themed water park with slides and lazy river
• Gunfighters Wax Museum – Life-size wax figures of famous outlaws and lawmen

Ulysses Metro Area

Grant County

• Historic Adobe Museum – Built in the 1930s; exhibits on High Plains settlement
• Grant County Courthouse Murals – WPA-era art depicting regional history
• Frazier Park – Local green space with walking paths and community events

Hugoton Metro Area

Stevens County

• Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum – Covers the story of the world’s largest natural gas field
• Pioneer Park – Historic windmill, log cabin, and prairie schoolhouse
• Hugoton Meteorite Site – Location of a rare meteorite discovery

Elkhart Metro Area

Morton County

• ★ Cimarron National Grassland – Largest public land tract in Kansas; hiking, birding, and Santa Fe Trail markers
• Morton County Historical Museum – Native artifacts, ranching history, and early settlement displays
• Point of Rocks – Scenic overlook along the Santa Fe Trail

Meade Metro Area

Meade County

• Dalton Gang Hideout – Original home with escape tunnel used by the infamous outlaws
• Meade County Historical Museum – Local history and frontier life
• ★ Meade State Park – Lake, trails, and wildlife viewing

Sublette Metro Area

Haskell County

• Haskell County Historical Museum – Agricultural heritage and Dust Bowl exhibits
• Sublette Murals – Public art celebrating prairie life and community spirit

Johnson Metro Area

Stanton County

• Stanton County Museum – Local history, homesteading artifacts, and cultural exhibits
• Johnson City Park – Small-town charm with shaded picnic areas

Lakin Metro Area

Kearny County

• Kearny County Museum – Pioneer buildings and railroad history
• Lakin Murals – Colorful depictions of regional heritage

Leoti Metro Area

Wichita County

• Wichita County Museum – Local artifacts and agricultural history
• Historic Downtown Leoti – Vintage storefronts and prairie charm

SOUTH CENTRAL KANSAS

Wichita Metro Area

Sedgwick County

• ★ Keeper of the Plains – 44-foot steel sculpture at the confluence of two rivers
• Botanica Wichita – 30 themed gardens, butterfly house, and seasonal displays
• Old Cowtown Museum – Living history village recreating 1860s Wichita
• Museum of World Treasures – Dinosaur fossils, Egyptian mummies, and pop culture artifacts
• Wichita Art Museum – American art collection with sculpture garden
• Exploration Place – Hands-on science exhibits and planetarium
• Original Pizza Hut Museum – The first Pizza Hut building, now a nostalgic exhibit
• Jimmie’s Diner – Retro diner with soda fountain and 1950s charm
• Old Mill Tasty Shop – Historic lunch counter and soda fountain
• Sedgwick County Zoo – One of the largest zoos in the Midwest
• Great Plains Nature Center – Trails and exhibits on Kansas wildlife
• Frank Lloyd Wright’s Allen House – Prairie-style architecture masterpiece

Hutchinson Metro Area

Reno County

• ★ Strataca – Underground salt museum 650 feet below the surface
• Cosmosphere – Space museum with U.S. and Soviet artifacts, including Apollo gear
• Dillon Nature Center – Trails, gardens, and wildlife exhibits
• Reno County Museum – Local history and pioneer life
• Hedrick’s Exotic Animal Farm & B&B – Stay overnight and feed giraffes

Newton Metro Area

Harvey County

• Blue Sky Sculpture – Large-scale ceramic and steel public art installation
• Kauffman Museum – Mennonite heritage and prairie ecology
• Sand Creek Trail – Scenic walking and biking path through Newton
• Carriage Factory Art Gallery – Regional art in a historic carriage works

Greensburg Metro Area

Kiowa County

• ★ The Big Well Museum – World’s largest hand-dug well with interactive exhibits
• Kiowa County Historical Museum & Soda Fountain – Local history and vintage treats
• Twilight Theatre – Restored Art Deco movie house with modern tech
• Kiowa County Commons – Green architecture and community hub

Winfield Metro Area

Cowley County

• Cowley County Courthouse – Historic limestone building with clock tower
• Island Park – Shaded trails, bridges, and river views
• Cowley County Stone Arch Bridges – Scenic driving tour of 18 historic bridges
• Southwestern College’s “77 Steps” – Campus landmark with spiritual symbolism
• Winfield Fairgrounds – Home of the Walnut Valley Festival

Arkansas City Metro Area

Cowley County

• Graves Drug Store – Classic soda fountain and pharmacy
• Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum – Exhibits on settlement and Native history
• Paris Park Pool – Historic WPA-era swimming pool
• Wilson Park – Community events and historic locomotive display

El Dorado Metro Area

Butler County

• Kansas Oil Museum – History of oil boom towns and drilling equipment
• ★ El Dorado State Park – Largest state park in Kansas with lake, trails, and camping
• Coutts Museum of Art – Regional and national art in a historic downtown building
• Butler County History Center & Museum – Local heritage and early settlement

Anthony Metro Area

Harper County

• Irwin-Potter Drug Store – Vintage soda fountain and pharmacy
• Harper County Historical Museum – Local artifacts and pioneer exhibits
• Anthony Lake – Fishing, boating, and birdwatching
• Harper Historic Downtown – Brick storefronts and antique shops

Marquette Metro Area

McPherson County

• Mushroom Rock State Park – 27-foot mushroom-shaped rock formation
• City Sundries Soda Fountain & Gift Shop – Nostalgic treats and local crafts

Lindsborg Metro Area

McPherson County

• ★ Coronado Heights Castle – Hilltop stone castle with sweeping prairie views
• Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery – Works by Swedish-American painter and educator
• Hemslöjd Swedish Gifts – Handcrafted Dala horses and Swedish imports
• ★ Wild Dala Horses – Painted horse statues scattered throughout town

Cottonwood Falls Metro Area

Chase County

• Chase County Courthouse – French Renaissance limestone courthouse from 1873
• Symphony in the Flint Hills Gallery – Art and exhibits celebrating prairie culture
• Chase Lake Falls – Hidden waterfall and nature trail
• Tallgrass Prairie Scenic Overlook – Panoramic views of the Flint Hills

SOUTHEASTERN KANSAS

Fort Scott Metro Area

Bourbon County

• ★ Fort Scott National Historic Site – 1842 frontier fort with living history programs
• Gordon Parks Museum – Honors the legendary photographer and filmmaker born in Fort Scott
• Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes – Interactive exhibits on global changemakers
• Fort Scott Downtown Historic District – Victorian architecture and antique shops
• Fort Scott Farmers Market – Local produce and crafts in a historic setting
• Riverfront Park Trail – Scenic walking path along the Marmaton River

Pittsburg Metro Area

Crawford County

• Miners Memorial – Honors coal miners who shaped the region’s economy
• ★ Crawford County Historical Museum – Mining, immigrant heritage, and early settlement
• Immigrant Park – Sculptures and flags celebrating the region’s diverse roots
• PSU Veterans Memorial Amphitheater – Reflective space with military tributes
• Bicknell Family Center for the Arts – Live performances and gallery exhibits
• ★ Big Brutus – Gigantic electric shovel and mining museum near West Mineral

Chanute Metro Area

Neosho County

• ★ Martin and Osa Johnson Safari Museum – Global artifacts from early explorers
• Chanute Art Gallery – Regional art in a historic Carnegie Library
• Santa Fe Depot Museum – Railroad history and local exhibits
• Katy Trailhead Park – Scenic walking and biking trail
• Tioga Suites Hotel – Historic 1929 hotel with vintage charm

Independence Metro Area

Montgomery County

• ★ Little House on the Prairie Museum – Replica cabin on the Ingalls family homestead
• Elk City State Park – Hiking, fishing, and scenic lake views
• Independence Historical Museum & Art Center – Local history and rotating art exhibits
• Riverside Park & Ralph Mitchell Zoo – Free zoo and WPA-era park
• Brown Mansion – 1907 Neoclassical home with original furnishings and guided tours

Parsons Metro Area

Labette County

• Labette County Historical Museum – Native artifacts and early settler life
• Marvel Park – Trails, disc golf, and community events
• Parsons Arboretum – Native plants and seasonal blooms
• Iron Horse Museum – Railroad history and model train exhibits

Galena Metro Area

Cherokee County

• ★Kansas Route 66 Historic District – Shortest stretch of Route 66 packed with roadside charm
• ★ Cars on the Route – Restored Kan-O-Tex gas station with “Tow Tater,” inspiration for Pixar’s Tow Mater
• Howard Litch Memorial Park – Historic mining equipment and picnic area
• Schermerhorn Park & Southeast Kansas Nature Center – Trails and wildlife exhibits
• Galena Mining & Historical Museum – Artifacts from the Tri-State mining district

Baxter Springs Metro Area

Cherokee County

• Baxter Springs Heritage Center & Museum – Civil War, Native history, and Route 66 memorabilia
• ★ Baxter Springs Independent Oil & Gas Station – Restored 1930s station on Route 66
• Riverside Park – Historic Civil War site and scenic river views

Oswego Metro Area

Labette County

• Oswego Historical Museum – Local history and Civil War artifacts
• Riverside Park & Campground – Fishing, camping, and river access
• Oswego Murals – Public art celebrating local heritage

Pleasanton Metro Area

Linn County

• Mine Creek Civil War Battlefield – Site of one of the largest cavalry battles west of the Mississippi
• ★ Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge – Wetlands, birding, and accessible trails
• ★ Marais des Cygnes Massacre Site – Memorial and interpretive signage
• ★ Linn County Museum – Local history and pioneer exhibits

Sedan Metro Area

Chautauqua County

• Emmett Kelly Museum – Honors the famous circus clown born in Sedan
• Hollow Park – Shaded trails and seasonal events
• Chautauqua Hills Scenic Byway – Rolling hills and forested drives
• Red Buffalo Ranch – Horseback riding and prairie adventures

Howard Metro Area

Elk County

• Elk Falls Pottery & Bridge – Historic stone arch bridge and artisan pottery studio
• Elk Falls Outhouse Tour – Annual quirky event celebrating creative outhouse designs
• Elk County Museum – Local history and folk art
• Moline Waterfall – Hidden waterfall near the town of Moline

Humboldt Metro Area

Allen County

• BaseCamp Humboldt – Boutique lodging and adventure hub for bikers and hikers
• Southwind Rail Trail – Scenic biking and walking trail on a former rail bed
• Humboldt Historical Museum – Local artifacts and Victorian furnishings
• Neosho Riverwalk – Peaceful riverside trail with interpretive signs