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Coach & Four Bowling Cowtown Days Parade Ellsworth, Kansas Ellsworth, Kansas *Picture of rhino provided by Rolling Hills Zoo who is celebrating their 20th anniversary this year!
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Ellsworth, Kansas Where the past meets the present
History • Recreation • Shopping • Friendly Residents Ellsworth has it all!
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Ellsworth celebrates its Cattletown Heritage every August with a Cowtown Festival and Rodeo. Ellsworth also has Robson’s Card & Gift Shop, which offers the largest selection of Hallmark cards and gifts in this region. Owners Ken and Alice Robson value customer service.
Information: Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce, (785) 472-4071, Scan on your mobile device or www.goellsworth.com. for a map of Ellsworth. Ellsworth combines past and present t’s been more than a century since Wild Bill Place, which offers beautiful flower arrange- um grounds in the south part of Ellsworth. Hickok, Gen. Custer and other Old West ments and unique gifts and decor. These places You’ll find a livery stable, one-room school- legends walked the streets of Ellsworth. all have one thing in common — top notch cus- house, Baptist Church, a 1911 caboose and IMany say you can still feel that history as you tomer service. much more. About a year ago, the Ellsworth walk the streets of modern-day Ellsworth, a Information: County Historical Society also opened a town filled with friendly merchants, interesting Pretty Boy Floyd’s — (785) 472-2183. research center on the grounds for those inter- attractions and the best in central Kansas din- Robson’s Card & Gift Shop — (785) 472- ested in exploring Ellsworth’s past in more ing. 3931. detail. Each year, Ellsworth brings together the Classy Lady Boutique — (785) 472-2277. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through past and present with a Cowtown Festival Saturday. that features cowboys, a parade, live entertain- You also can’t go wrong with a steak at the Information: (785) 472-3059. ment and a re-enactment that has become a Ellsworth Steak House, intersection of Kansas Cowtown tradition — the “Shooting of Highways 140 and 156. Or the Sunday brunch Ellsworth Area Arts Council Gallery, Sheriff Whitney.” The town’s marquee event, buffet. 223 N. Douglas Ave. — which grows each year, also includes the Owners Rick and Tina Davis work overtime to In addition to monthly exhibits and a perma- El-Kan Western Riders Rodeo. make sure everything is just right. And don’t forget nent collection that includes work by “The The 2019 celebration on Aug. 23-24 will to ask Rick about his experiences as a professional Kansan,” Charles Rogers, the gallery offers spe- mark Ellsworth’s 152nd birthday. soccer player. cial programs and classes. Information: Ellsworth Area Chamber of Hours: 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. Hours: 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Commerce, (785) 472-4071. Tuesday-Saturday; 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Friday. Or by appointment. Closed Monday. Information: (785) 472-5658. It’s almost impossible to go hungry in Information: (785) 472-3043. Ellsworth. Ellsworth Municipal Golf Course — Downtown has Pretty Boy Floyd’s Steaks & (Of course, these aren’t the only restaurants in Ask any golfer. This is one of the finest Shine, an upscale restaurant with a Prohibition- Ellsworth. Ellsworth offers Chinese and nine-hole golf courses in central Kansas. A era atmosphere in the town’s historic under- Mexican and it’s hard to beat the homemade pro shop offers beverages and light snacks. ground. Open Thursdays, Fridays and pies, soups and barbecue at Paden’s. Or what Information: (785) 472-4236. Saturdays. Pretty Boy Floyds, accessible from about a German pizza from Gambino’s — and a the alley, is under the Village Mall, 210 N. game of bowling at Coach and Four?) Ellsworth Historical Plaza Walking Tour — Douglas Ave. Nearby are several interesting Sample the flavor of Ellsworth’s cattletown shops, including the region’s only Hallmark Other attractions: past as you stroll the plaza area, where the store, Robson’s Card & Gift Shop, Classy Lady Hodgden House Museum Complex — drovers of the 1860s delivered their cattle for Boutique, a women’s clothing store and the Petal There is no end to the displays on the muse- shipment to other parts of the country. Page 4 Explore Central Kansas Summer 2019
DROVERS COIN One XCHANGE Limited Open Bowling location, & E May 1 - Mid August different Open every day DEALER IN SILVER, GOLD, RARE COINS please call for availability. hours this summer! & CURRENCY HOURS: Sun. - 4 - 9 | Mon. & Tues. - 4 - 9:30 Wed. - 11 - 9:30 | Thurs. - 11 - 2 and 4 - 9:30 121 N. Douglas • Ellsworth, KS Closed July 4th Fri. & Sat. - 11 - 10 785-472-1340 Lincoln & Main Ellsworth, KS 785-472-5571
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Ellsworth Area Calendar of Events June 1 – Old Iron Classics, Customs and Cycles Show & Run for the Soul Poker Run, Ellsworth June 7 – CATS Pride Glow Ball Golf Tournament, Ellsworth June 14 – Ellsworth County Cancer Fund Triathalon, Ellsworth June 29 – Boy Scout Run & Star Spangled Splash & Blast, Ellsworth July 12 & 13 – Fort Harker Days, Kanopolis July 20 – Kids Ninja Warrior Challenge, Ellsworth July 26 & 27 – Wilson After Harvest Czech Festival, Wilson July 27 – Aug 1 – Ellsworth County 4-H Fair August 17 – All Fore the Chamber Golf Tournament, Ellsworth August 23 & 24 – Cowtown Days & Rodeo, Ellsworth December 2 – Jingle & Mingle Downtown Christmas Event, Ellsworth ELLSWORTH SERVICE CENTER *Please check our website for many more activities in our communities! We also do repairs
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Classy Lady Come See Boutique Our History Women’s clothing, shoes, Hodgden House Museum Complex and accessories 104 West South Main, Ellsworth for all sizes. Fort Harker Complex Women’s Clothing Store 303 West Ohio St., Kanopolis 220 N. Douglas • Ellsworth, Kansas • 472-2277 Summer Hours – Open Tues. - Sat. - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Mon. - Fri. Sundays – (Ft. Harker) - 12 noon - 4 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. - Sat. (Hodgden House) - 1 - 4 p.m. Follow us on For more information call 785-472-3059 Summer 2019 Explore Central Kansas Page 5
Duggan and Wilson have their eyes on their favorite ice cold beer in the beer cave. To beat the Dog Days of Summer come down CABIN RENTALS to Finke’s Retail Liquor and grab your at Kanopolis State Park favorite cold beverage. Kanopolis State Park is providing cabins year-round as an alternative camping opportunity. You can experience the beauty of the lake from the comfort of one of 6 deluxe cabins. Making a Cabin Reservation – Must be 18 or older to reserve and rent a cabin. Cabins are reservable year-round online at http://reserve.ksoutdoors.com. Reservations may be made up to one year in advance of the desired date. Non-holiday weekend reservations must be a minimum of two (2) nights. Holiday reservations must be a minimum of (3) nights. *Prices are subject to change. Reservations will be handled on a fi rst-come, fi rst served basis. What a Cabin Rental Provides – Each cabin will accomodate fi ve to six people and provides the following: Bathroom/Shower • Stove, Coffee Maker • Microwave • Refrigerator • Kitchenette • Full-Size Bed, Futon, Twin-Size Murphy Bed • Air Conditioner/Heater • Outside Hydrant • Charcoal Grill • Table & 4 Chairs • Fire Ring • Kitchen Utensils, Dishes, Pots & Pans (must provide own bedding and towels) Please note – PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE CABINS. SMOKING IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE CABINS.
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Dickinson County ty Jeff coat Studio Historical Society Photography Museum 412 S. Campbell, 321 N. Broadway, Abilene, KS Abilene, KS D 785-263-2681 Y 785-263-9882 dickinsoncounty IC T jeff [email protected] KI UN historicalsociety.com NSON CO Vintage Telephones and Photography
Immerse yourself in the technology of the past! e Museum of e Jeff coat Family boasts three generations of photographers who Independent Telephony showcases the fi rst telephone installed in through their creative spirit preserved the local history of thousands Kansas in 1877 and the successive growth of the independent of Dickinson County families. e Jeff coat Studio Photography telephone communication system. We invite you to relive the Museum exhibits cameras, photography equipment, a darkroom, emergent media of the Greatest Generation. and a studio. Come and enjoy an incredible encounter with history. Page 6 Explore Central Kansas Summer 2019
Join Us On The Patio This Summer! • Book your family reunions, catering, and business meetings • Sample Room Open - Food Service 5 - 9 p.m. - Tues. - Sun. - later on weekends - closed Mon. • Patio open starting Memorial Day Weekend. Music every Friday night on the patio.
Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. - Wed. - Sat. Midland Railroad Hotel 1 - 5 p.m. - Sun. midlandrailroadhotel.com 414 26th Street | Wilson, KS | (785) 658-2284 423 27th St. • Wilson, KS • 785-658-2278 Kansas Originals Now we have food that is Wickedly Delicious! In our new coffee shop, we can provide folks with tasty treats and great sandwiches!
July 26-27, 2019 • Wilson, Kansas Cookies • Cinnamon Rolls • Cream Puffs Grand Marshal John and Lynn Kasper Kolaches • Cherry Danish • Breakast Burritos and fresh ground coffee!
Parade • Talent Show • Czech Dancers • Turtle Races Teen Dance • Social Garden • 5K Bike/Walk/Run Fine & Folk Art • Exquisite Crafts • Specialty Foods Authentic Czech Food & Music • Ice Cream Social Discover the largest selection Arts & Crafts • Softball Tournament • Frisbee Golf • Rides & Games We Ship Everywhere! of Kansas-Made Kansas-Grown 785-658-2602 products found under one roof! Czech Egg Pong www.kansasoriginals.com Over 4,0000 high-quality Painting Tournament I-70 exit 206, Wilson items from 225 Artists, Like Us on Facebook Craftsmen, Authors, Miss Czech-Slovak KS Pageant & Princess Pageant [email protected] and Food Producers www.WILSONCZECHFEST.com • [email protected] Operated by the Post Rock Opportunities Foundation a 501(c)3 not-for-profi t corporation. Summer 2019 Explore Central Kansas Page 7 Czech out Wilson and Wilson Lake isitors often pull off Interstate 70, home a souvenir. including the meals she cooks in the smoker north of Wilson, to have their The Midland Mercantile offers art and made by her husband, pan fried chicken on photo taken with the World’s other items, many of which you won’t find Sundays and Wednesdays and pies and LargestV Czech Egg. elsewhere. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. kolaches, a Czech fruit pastry, daily. Our Here’s our advice: Don’t just get back in Wednesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 favorite pie is the mixed berry. And did we your car and return to the highway. There’s p.m. Sunday. mention homemade ice cream? still plenty to see and experience in the Summer is an especially important time. Hours: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through state’s Czech Capital. Each year, on the last weekend in July, Sunday. Before you even get to Wilson, stop at Wilson stages its annual After-Harvest Information: (785) 658-3300. Kansas Originals Market and Gallery, north Czech Festival with a huge small-town of town on Kansas Highway 232, also parade, live music, Czech dancers and food Wilson Family Foods — known as the Post Rock Scenic Byway, and numerous other activities. As always, It’s a short trip between Wilson and which links Wilson and Lucas. Many of the the 2019 festival, July 26-27, also will show- Wilson Lake and Wilson Foods has the per- state’s best artists and crafters have their case the crowning of the Miss Kansas fect food items for a weekend at the lake or work for sale here. Czech-Slovak Queen. Kansas is the only to take home. You’ll also want to check out the market’s state to have three national queens in a row. Beef summer sausage. Ring garlic bologna. new pastry section. Depending upon the day Anna Hand, a graduate of Fort Hays State Brats. They’re all homemade. of the week, the menu features cream puffs, University, was the most recent in 2013. Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through kolaches, pie and other treats. Breakfast bur- Call Wilson City Hall, (785) 658-2272, Saturday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. ritos and sandwiches also are available. for more festival information. Information: (785) 658-2120. Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Wilson also has the benefit of being close Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. to Wilson Lake, which some consider the Midland Railroad Hotel Once you’re in town, take a stroll and most beautiful man-made reservoir in This beautifully restored landmark provid- marvel at Wilson’s impressive limestone Kansas. ed the backdrop for parts of the 1973 movie, buildings and architecture. Stop for a home- “Paper Moon,” with Ryan and Tatum made snack at Wilson Family Foods. Or Other attractions: O’Neal. The hotel also features the Sample have a meal at one of the local restaurants. Made From Scratch — Room Tavern, which offers everything from They’re all good. And don’t forget to take Owner Jayne Reilly serves a great cheese- hamburgers to prime rib. burger. But there’s much more on the menu, Information: (785) 658-2284. Wilson is the site for the annual After-Harvest Czech Festival, which features the Czech Dancers and other symbols of the town’s heritage. Food also is a town tradition. Enjoy a homemade bierock at Grandma’s Soda Shop or pie at Made From Scratch. You’ll also find homemade goodies at Kansas Originals north of town. At top right is one of the water features in Wilson’s popular spray park. At left, the World’s Largest Czech Egg draws visitors daily to the Kansas Czech Capital. Smaller versions also Scan on your mobile device for decorate downtown. a map of Wilson. Page 8 Explore Central Kansas Summer 2019
Homemade cooking at its fi nest Bierocks, Homemade Ice Cream, Salad Bar, Pies, Cakes, Kolaches and Cinnamon Rolls.
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Enjoy a movie at an old fashioned drive-in! THE Kanopolis BENNINGTON Drive-In Theatre STATE BANK 804 N Kansas Ave, Kanopolis, KS 67454 “Your Trusted Hometown Bank” (785) 472-4786 • Family owned and locally managed. Adults - $8.00 • Loan decisions made in respective markets. Children 5-12 - $5.00 • Actively making loans, with money to lend. Children under 5 - FREE • Remote Deposit Solutions – from offi ce or home. • Home town, relationship banking. • 55,000+ Surcharge Free ATMs - nation’s largest ATM network. While you’re in Lucas, • Committed to the communities that we serve - committed to remain independent. stop by and see us! • Employees that know your name, in a warm, friendly environment. • Technology that is user-friendly, geared to provide convenience and • Tractor Tire Service security for both your family and business. • Propane • Oil Filter Changes • Convenience Store Sylvan Grove - 800-431-5140 Lucas - 785-525-6445 ® 102 N. Main Street 132 S. Main Street Home Oil Service & Grocery Store K-18 Highway • Lucas, Kansas
GRASSROOTS ART CENTER We’re Salina’s Only Self-taught, Recycled, Outsider Art Ordinary People Extraordinary Art Retail Meat Shop! Lid Off Film Festival - Sept. 28 - 29 and Post Rock “Hands On” Workshop - Oct. 12 - 13
Admission Charged Main Street, Lucas, KS • www.grassrootsart.net 785-525-6118 • We can cut to order • We have a wide variety • We offer in-house smoking of hard to fi nd meat products Expect the Unexpected in Lucas Ks of chops, bacon, hams, and • Seasoning and sauces at the Garden of Eden @ Kansas & 2nd sausages for the grill • We have a wide variety of • Custom processing of beef, chicken and turkey pork, lamb, goat, and buffalo
SMOKY RIVER MEATS S. P. DINSMOOR’S CABIN HOME & ROY AND CLARA 215 W. Kirwin Ave. • Salina, KS • 785-827-1311 GARDEN OF EDEN MILLER’S PARK M-F - 9 am - 5:30 pm • Sat. - 8 am - Noon Contact @ 785-525-6395 or www.gardenofedenlucas.org for informaon & tours. Page 10 Explore Central Kansas Summer 2019
At left, there’s no place quite like Lucas, the Grassroots Art Capital of Kansas. The Garden of Eden is the town’s most famous example. The other photo highlights the beauty — and many recreational activities — offered at nearby Wilson Lake.
‘Weird’ is the word in Lucas here’s nothing wrong with being ators. Bob Dole, former Senate majority street. You’ll find the works of individu- weird in Lucas. In fact, the Russell leader, unsuccessfully challenged Bill als, who like Samuel Perry Dinsmoor, County community of a little Clinton for the White House in 1996. developed creative environments as an moreT than 400 encourages weird. The late Arlen Specter, who lived in expression of their innermost dreams and The town is known as the Grassroots Russell as a boy, represented Pennsylvania visions. Art Capital of Kansas. It’s home to a for many years. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday community-based, first-run movie theater A carved limestone bust of Dole can be through Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. and unique art experiences. found on the courthouse square, 401 N. Information: (785) 525-6118. What student in Central Kansas hasn’t Main St. The square also is where Dole hopped on a school bus for a field trip to returned to Russell in 1976 as the run- Deines Cultural Center, Russell — the Garden of Eden, a concrete wonder ning mate of Republican candidate for This downtown attraction is a non- that makes the town’s public Bowl Plaza president Gerald Ford. profit educational resource that enriches seem almost understated? What’s Bowl local cultural life by providing artistic Plaza, you ask? Bowl Plaza is an amazing Other attractions: exhibits and activities, musical events and work of mosaic art that looks like a toilet Fossil Station Museum, Russell — This concerts, educational and historic pro- covered with “bling” inside and out. The imposing building was constructed in grams. Free admission and accessibility to women’s room is decorated in all things 1907 of native limestone or “post rock” to those with disabilities. Open Tuesday “girlie” and the men’s room is decorated house the sheriff and county. Today the through Sunday. with “manly” things. One of the world’s museum contains the early history of Information: (785) 483-3742. most artsy public restrooms, as the resi- Russell County, including a tribute to dents of Lucas will tell you. “Heartland Politics.” Bricks surrounding Brant’s Market — This main street You’ll also be able to satisfy your hun- the memorial, “Field of Honor Bricks,” meat shop is a must-stop when you’re in ger with a trip to the K-18 Cafe or the list the name, service, date of service and Lucas. Prepared on site are the ring bolo- Backstreet Bakery, Bar & Grill. conflict of Russell County veterans. gna and smoked sausages crafted from Lucas may be the most original town in Information: (785) 483-3637. the same recipes James Brant brought Russell County, but it isn’t the only com- with him from Czechoslovakia. munity with things to do and people to Grassroots Art Center, Lucas — This Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday see. museum has been open since 1995 and through Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Russell holds the distinction of being occupies three turn-of-the century native Saturday. the former home of two retired U.S. sen- limestone buildings on the town’s main Information: (785) 525-6464. Summer 2019 Explore Central Kansas Page 11
The Basilica of St. Fidelis “The Cathedral of the Plains”
The presence of this large church on the Plains of Kansas is a lasting testimony to the faith and hard work of a people whose roots go deep into the soil of this farming community of Victoria. Come see the beauty of this church, and you will see why it was named Visit the rich cultural areas of one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas! 601 10th Street • Victoria, KS • 785-735-2777 Ellis and Russell Counties! www.st delischurch.com
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“Pickin’ at the Deines” A monthly acoustic jam session every 3rd Sunday of Free the month Admission! Page 12 Explore Central Kansas Summer 2019
The photo at left is from the 2018 Fort Harker Days parade. The town celebrates its past the second weekend in July with a parade, sand volleyball games and other activities that draw hundreds to its downtown block and nearby park. Other places to visit include the Fort Harker Guardhouse Museum, where Greg Heller shares his knowledge of the town’s his- tory. The photo below, cour- tesy of the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, is of nearby Kanopolis Lake.
Scan with your mobile device for a map of Kanopolis. History lives every summer at Kanopolis anopolis is a small town with a big history. This year, post that housed infantry and cavalry troops involved in the residents celebrate their past July 12-13 with Fort Indian Wars from 1867 to 1872. Harker Days. Parade. Turtle races. Street Dance. The Ellsworth County Historical Society operates this Community.K It will be two days to remember. museum, which is housed in the former Fort Harker Guardhouse. Fort Harker was a major supply post after the Other attractions Civil War. It was home to many western legends, as well as a Kanopolis Drive-In — few best forgotten. The society also has restored the Fort Kanopolis is one of the few towns left with a drive-in. Harker Junior Officer’s Quarters and owns the Commanding Kanopolis Drive-in was opened by Tony Blazina in 1952 and Officers Quarters, which is used for special events. temporarily closed in 2006. The drive-in has passed to a new Hours: Special tours. generation of owners, from the Blazina family to Josh and Information: (785) 472-3550. Amanda Webb. Josh grew up in the shadow of the drive-in and saw movies there regularly with his father. The drive-in is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights and features a digital pro- jector and restored concession stand. Information: (785) 472-4786.
Orozco’s Portales — Our favorite is the smothered sancho with extra chili. Others rave about the huevos rancheros. Orozco’s has more than 20 years of experience making some of the best Mexican food in Kansas. Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Closed Monday. Information: (785) 472-4786.
Fort Harker Museum — Kanopolis is built on the site of Fort Harker, a U.S. Army Summer 2019 Explore Central Kansas Page 13
Animals are the main attraction at the Rolling Hills Wildlife Adventure west of Salina. To the right is Salina’s Stiefel Theatre, which features live performances in a historic setting.
Scan on your mobile device to go to Rolling Hills Zoo website.
Salina: Rockin’ Arts & Entertainment his year marks Rolling Hills Zoo’s stages to the colorful Artyopolis chil- 54-inch tube slide that drops almost 320 20th anniversary. A year-long cel- dren’s area to two juried art shows and feet and the Tsunami Swirl Slide, which ebration with special events and eye-catching outdoor art installations, the starts with a 73-foot plunge at a 45 degree Tactivities and monthly specials is planned popular Festival Jam concert and more angle before dropping you into the vortex to recognize when the zoo first opened than 30 food vendors. of a green-and-purple tornado. its gates Oct. 27, 1999 — making the The festival, which grew out of Salina’s Information: (785) 309-5765. dream of Salina businessman Charlie bicentennial celebration in 1976, is a great Walker a reality. way to meet old friends and make new Cozy Inn, 108 N. 7th — When former Go to www.rollinghillszoo.org for more ones. Salina residents come home, this is where information on this special place, which Information: (785) 309-5770. they go. Buy ‘em single or by the sack, the also features a museum that opened in Cozy has been serving hamburgers — no 2005. It’ a great way to spend the day. Other attractions: cheeseburgers, please — since 1922. The Here’s another suggestion. Kenwood Cove Aquatic Park Cozy Inn features a counter with six stools. One of the best events in the state has For the ninth year, the waves are the It’s not unusual to have the stools filled and to be Salina’s annual Smoky Hill River thing this summer in Salina. The town’s a row of customers lined up behind them, Festival. Kenwood Cove Aquatic Park opened for waiting for their to-go orders. Another hint This year’s festival is June 13-16 in business as the area’s newest water adven- if you visit the Cozy — don’t ask for a Oakdale Park, adjacent to the ture in 2010. Attractions include a 20-story burger without onion. Onion is part of the Bicentennial Center. The event showcases Blue Cyclone tubular slide, a Purple Twister charm of a Cozy burger. arts and entertainment, from four live with a 250-foot drop, the Green Monster, a Information: (785) 825-2699.
A visitor to the Smoky Hill River Festival can find art almost any- where at the Salina event. Artists and crafters from across the United States attend the mid- west’s premier arts festival. Music. Food. Fellowship. Arts. Crafts. The river festival has something for the entire family. Courtesy Photos Page 14 Explore Central Kansas Summer 2019
Hours Daily Admission Prices Open daily all summer Children ages 0-2: Free Monday-SatCrday 12:30 pm - 7 pm Children ages 3-17: $4.00 Sunday 12:30 pm - 6 pm Adults ages 18-61: $6.00 Seniors ages 62+: $3.00 Summer 2019 Explore Central Kansas Page 15 Abilene still likes Ike and its history his will be a summer to remember at the Dwight D. and C.W. Parker Carousel — Eisenhower Library and Museum. The museum’s 25,000 This complete, hand-carved, working carousel was manufactured square feet of exhibit space will be all new this summer. in Abilene at the turn of the century by the C. W. Parker FeaturingT technology components and interactives, the comprehen- Amusement Co. Ride on one of the 24 completely restored horses sive redesign will tell the story of Ike and Mamie in their own or four chariots. One of only 18 National Landmarks located in words. New exhibits are expected to open in early July, a month after the state of Kansas. Named as one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Abilene observes the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Customs by the Kansas Sampler Foundation. The carousel is part another event on the Eisenhower timeline. The landing will be of the Dickinson County Heritage Center, which also features the commemorated June 1-6 with a concert, re-enactors, panel discus- Museum of Independent Telephony. sions and other activities. Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 This year also is Abilene’s 150th anniversary. p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. But there’s more to Abilene than history. Just take a drive Information: (785) 263-2681. down its tree-lined streets and enjoy the handsome homes that Jeffcoat Photography Studio Museum — can be found in most areas of the city. Since 1921, three generations of the Jeffcoat family have recorded the At the top of the list is the Seelye Mansion. Owner Terry people, places and events in Abilene, including the rise to political power Tietjens offers daily tours of the 112-year-old landmark. In addi- of Dwight D. Eisenhower. Historic photos and camera equipment. tion to the sprawling 25-room mansion, the grounds also features a Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. patent medicine museum and gardens. The house contains original Information: (785) 263-9882. furniture, Edison light fixtures, a ballroom and a bowling alley. The Seelye Mansion was named one of the 8 Wonders of Great Plains Theatre — Kansas: Architecture. It’s especially impressive during the This is the only professional live theatre — one that pays its Christmas season when the mansion is decked out in holiday fin- actors — between Kansas City and Denver. The theatre produces a ery. full season of plays and musicals featuring actors from across the Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 to 4 United States, a youth theater program, music concerts, other spe- p.m. Sunday. Last tour begins at 3 p.m. cial performances and state-of-the-art cinema. Admission: $10 for adults and $5 for children, ages 6-16. Information: (785) 263-3000. Information: (785) 263-1084. Abilene Cemetery — Abilene also has a wealth of restaurants. Local cafes include the Ike’s parents, David and Ida Eisenhower, 1870’s marshal Thomas J. Hitching Post in Old Abilene Town and Joe Snuffy’s with its exten- Smith and numerous others who made Abilene what it is today are bur- sive menu. If you’re in the mood for chicken served family style, ied here. there’s always the Brookville Hotel, re-created just as it was in its original location in Brookville, a tiny town several miles to the west. Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, 11:30 AWARD WINNING VEHICLES AT AN a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Reservations recommended. AWARD WINNING DEALERSHIP! Information: (785) 263-2244. Old Abilene Town and the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad — offers weekends filled with gunfighters, can-can dancers and a 10-mile excursion train ride on the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad through the Smoky Hiill River Valley. The train, which runs May-October, fea- tures a century-old wooden coach dining care and other vintage equip- ment. Information: www.abilenecityhall.com, Scan on your mobile device Heritage Center of Dickinson County for a map of Abilene. 2019 3,000 positive customer reviews can’t be wrong! Visit the Historic “Exceptionally Helpful and Courteous” - tncsn2 THE HISTORIC Holm Chevrolet’s owner and employees make Seelye Mansion buying a car or truck a pleasant experience... very patient and informative. They make sure your purchase is exactly what you’re looking for...and 7th Year in a Row after the sale the service department goes above ABILENE, KANSAS and beyond to accommodate you.
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cPherson County was organized and Autumn in the Valley in the Fall. Information: Allan and JoAn Lindfors, in 1870 and named in honor of Call City Hall, (785) 546-2205, for (785) 546-2348. Major-General James B. dates and schedules. Marquette Museum Complex — McPherson,M United States Volunteers, Includes the Marquette Museum, Range who was killed in battle at Atlanta, Ga., Kansas Motorcycle Museum — This School Museum and Depot Museum. July 22, 1864. He was the highest rank- is a great place to learn about the Hours: Weekend afternoons April ing Union officer to die on the battle- adventure of racing. The museum is through October. field during the Civil War. A life-size devoted to Marquette’s racing legend, bronze likeness of General McPherson, Stan Engdahl. City Sundries — A friend tells us the located in Memorial Park, was dedicat- Information: (785) 546-2449. chocolate sodas with homemade ice cream ed July 4, 1917. can’t be beat. Freshly made sandwiches For our purposes, this page focuses Marquette Downtown — and wraps also available, all in this former on the towns of Marquette, Lindsborg It’s almost impossible to mention drug store, where the marble soda foun- and McPherson, the county seat. Marquette without talking about its tain dates back to 1901. However, there are other small commu- downtown. Volunteers painted the Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday nities worth the extra miles to visit. ornate buildings from the 1880s and through Saturday, 12 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Roxbury, for instance, joins 1890s, planted trees and flowers and Information: (785) 546-2234. Marquette and Lindsborg on the generally made this one of the most Prairie Trails Scenic Byway, which used attractive downtowns in the region. In Piper’s Fine Foods — This is the defini- to go across the dam at Kanopolis recent years, portraits of famous people tion of a customer-friendly small town Reservoir before stopping at the inter- have been added to cover second-floor grocery store. Sausage makers Steve and section of Kansas Highways 141 and windows. Levi Piper are known for their Swedish 140. The byway was later extended to potato sausage and more than a dozen cut through the Smoky Hills to Hanson-Lindfors Mansion, 211 E. 5th other varieties. Carneiro, Kanopolis and Ellsworth. — This beautifully restored 1888 home Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday Like its neighbors, Marquette knows has 19 rooms and an interesting history. It through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. how to throw a party — Thunder on the has been on the National Register of Sunday. Smoky motorcycle rally in May, fireworks Historic Places since 1982. Information: (785) 546-2271. to celebrate July 4, the rodeo in August Hours: Appointment only.
Scan on your mobile device for a map of Marquette. Summer 2019 Explore Central Kansas Page 17 C S Downtown Marquette 104 N Washington St, Marquette, KS “We care for your family like one of our family.” Vintage Ice Cream Parlor featuring homemade ice cream, grilled sandwiches, fresh-squeezed limeades, gifts and more! Riverview Estates MARQUETTE, KANSAS Open Daily 202 S. Washington, PO Box 158 • Marquette, KS 67464 City Sundries Soda Fountain and Gifts 785-546-2234 Ph.: 785-546-2211 Fax: 785-546-2035 • riverviewestatesks.com
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Photos courtesy of Lindsborg Visitors and Convention Bureau Charm seems to be the operative word in Lindsborg and McPherson County. At top left, clockwise, the town cele- brates a Mid Summer’s Festival, a street dance from photog- rapher Jim Richardson, whose art can be found in the Small World Gallery, and a street scene featuring one of Lindsborg’s outstanding homes. Lindsborg combines art and culture indsborg is known as “Little Sweden closed Mondays. St. Louis. USA.” In fact, its connection to the Information: (785) 227-8422. Information: (785) 227-3595. old country is so strong, Karl Gustav Lvisited here before becoming king of Birger Sandzen Memorial Gallery — Hemslojd, the Dala Horse Factory — Sweden. The gallery holds the largest collection of Dala horses are a symbol of Lindsborg, and The town offers numerous celebrations Birger Sandzen art in the world. It also is more than two dozen of them stand down- during the year, but its signature event is the location of the Midwest Art Exhibition town. At Hemslojd — the Swedish word the annual eight-day Messiah Festival during the Messiah Festival. for crafts — Ken Swisher makes the horses, inspired by the Swedish immigrant pio- Information: (785) 227-2220. and artist Shirley Malm paints them, giving neers who established this community in each one a distinctive personality. 1869. Courtyard Gallery and Courtyard Bakery Information: (785) 227-2053. The town’s remodeled Sundstrom and Kafe — Conference Center, is a great place for a Beautiful art and homemade pastries Small World Gallery,127 N. Main — wedding reception or other special event. combine to make this a must-visit place in The work of National Geographic pho- Information: (785) 227-2015. Lindsborg. tographer Jim Richardson is found here, The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 along with jewelry created by his wife, The Swedish Crown Restaurant — The p.m. Monday through Saturday; and 1 to 4 Kathy. She will design a piece of jewelry town’s popular restaurant has both p.m. Sunday. using items from her collection or provide American and Swedish fare on its menu. The bakery and kafe are open from 9 your own treasures and turn them into a Swedish pancakes and ostkaka with lingon- a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. work of art. berries are just two of the items on the Information: (785) 227-4442. menu. Swedish pastries and more tradition- Old Mill Museum — This complex al American dishes are on the Sunday includes the three-story brick Smoky Valley Broadway RFD — Established in 1959, brunch menu. Another benefit — eat here Roller Mill, which operates yearly at this is the longest running outdoor theater and support its owner, Bethany College. Millfest, and the Swedish Pavilion, which in Kansas. Musical productions every sum- Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 11 was prefabricated in Sweden as a Swedish mer. a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; exhibit building for the 1904 World Fair at Information: (316) 650-8658. Page 20 Explore Central Kansas Summer 2019
Lookin’ for a Fun, Clean Place to Swim? Marquette City Swimming Pool at Groceries * Hot Deli Marquette City Park is the place for you! Fresh Salad Bar * Swedish Foods Pool Depth—3 feet to 11 feet Kiddie Pool—Ages 3 & Under (Must be accompanied by an Adult!) - NO DIAPERS! Swimming lessons through month of July Two diving boards • Admission Fee Required OPEN: May 26 to September 2, 2019 Mon. - Fri.: 1 to 5 p.m. / 6 to 8 p.m. | Sat.: 1 to 7 p.m. Sun.: 2 to 7 p.m. Lifeguards on Duty • Pam Morel, Manager S’ H F Concession Stand • Bath House/Restrooms Hours: Sunday 11 AM – 6 PM | Monday – Saturday 7 AM – 9 PM (785) 546-2286 215 N. Harrison St. • Lindsborg, KS • 785-227-2296 MARQUETTE EMS Serving McPherson, AMBULANCE Ellsworth, Saline, and Rice Counties as well “For that true Swedish feeling” as Kanopolis Lake
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Art & Airplanes Exhibit showing through early summer The Coronado Quivira Museum is now hosting two temporary exhibits for the public by two Lyons men.
Five radio-controlled airplanes built by Dean Nixon, some hanging from the ceiling, are displayed in the main room, while paintings by Mike Young can be viewed in an adjoining room. Take a tour through Central Coronado Quivira Museum Kansas — you never know 105 West Lyon St. • Lyons, KS 67554 • 620-257-3941 • Hrs: Tues. -Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9:30-2 www.cqmuseum.org • E-mail: [email protected] what you may find. Facebook: www.facebook.com/CoronadoQuiviraMuseum
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The restored McPherson Opera House is the town’s main performing venue. The Sons of the Pioneers, the Nelson Brothers and numerous other performers have filled the historic theatre.
The VAAM Gallery is next door to the McPherson Opera House. It features local art for sale and also offers summer art classes for youth. McPherson has it all, from art to history
cPherson is a town with a Cooks Nook, which offer big city choic- MGM mascot lion skin, formerly lot to see and do. Spend the es in a small town setting. You won’t be belonging to a McPherson resident. day exploring downtown or disappointed. Museum events, such as an annual takeM the kids and enjoy the water park. lecture series, educational programs, In the evening, enjoy a performance by McPherson Water Park — and social events which both educate the Nelson Brothers, the Sons of the 600,000 gallons of fun for all ages. It and entertain, are mainstays. Pioneers or one of the other acts the is a family, quality of life water experi- Hours: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. McPherson Opera House regularly ence. You can select from an assortment Tuesday through Friday and 1 to 5 p.m. books. of activities; cruise the 500 foot lazy Saturday. Closed Sunday. river, a giant water slide, deep diving Phone: (620) 241-8464 All Schools Day — The longest run- area, 8 lane 50 meter pool, and a chil- ning celebration of its kind, All Schools dren’s spray recreation area. Main Street Deli — Mouth watering Day in early May has grown from a parade Information: (800) 324-8022. best describes the fare here. Made-from- and 8th grade recognition banquet in 1914 scratch pies, cookies and quiche have been to a week-long, countywide celebration. McPherson Museum, the specialty for more than 20 years. The parade is a slice of pure Americana 1111 E. Kansas Ave. — Unique and delicious sandwiches, yummy with floats, bands, May Day queens and McPherson Museum and Arts salads and soups ... Broccoli Cheese or clowns stretching for seven blocks through Foundation offers many services to the Potato Bacon is a must if you’ve never tried Downtown McPherson. public. The museum houses a variety of them. artifacts: historical artifacts from the Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday The McPherson Opera House — Built McPherson area; natural history arti- through Saturday. Closed Sunday. in 1888 at a cost of $42,000, a dedicat- facts such as meteorites, Ice Age fossils, Information: (620) 241-1888. ed group of preservationists have and regional fossils; ethnic artifacts restored the outside of this wonderful from China, Africa, and of Native McPherson County Fair, Canton — three-story building. It gives hope to Americans; and fine art, including an The fair, which dates back to 1948, is anyone interested in saving a historic extensive collection of Birger Sandzen July 15-21 in the Tom Miller Arena at building for future generations. We saw lithographs and original art pieces. In Canton, a small community outside Ricky Nelson’s sons perform here. addition, there is information about the McPherson. The CPRA Rodeo is July There’s always something to see. city and county namesake, General 19-20, starting at 8 o’clock both nights. Information: (620) 241-1952. McPherson; about the first man-made A free barbecue and watermelon feed diamond large enough to be visible, cre- starts at 6:30 p.m. July 19. The fair ends McPherson Downtown — ated in McPherson; items from the July 21 with a demo derby at 7 p.m. Like Marquette and Lindsborg, McPherson Globe Refiners basketball Livestock shows also are a highlight of McPherson has a downtown worth team, the first team ever to win an the week. exploring. Great shops, including the Olympic gold medal; and an original Information: (620) 628-4466. Summer 2019 Explore Central Kansas Page 23 Page 24 Explore Central Kansas Summer 2019 Food and fossils are part of Hays scene re there any question July 3-6 in Hays Municipal dangerous Smoky Hill Trail and Hays — Sample handcrafted about the wonders Park. Plenty of fun for the workers building the railroad to microbrews while you enjoy you’ll find at the whole family, including the fire- the west. The original block- regional specialities such as SternbergA Museum of Natural works billed by organizers as house, guardhouse and officers’ green bean and dumpling soup. History at Hays? Discover “the biggest display in north- quarters still stand. Live music on weekends. something new each time you west Kansas.” Featured artists Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. visit this place, with its world- include Everclear and Neal Tuesday through Saturday. (kitchen closes at 9 p.m.) class fossil collection. McCoy. Information: Sunday through Thursday; 11 Discover an ancient sea. Enter Information: (785) 625-6812. a.m. to midnight (kitchen closes a replicated chalk cave to find (785) 623-4476. at 11 p.m.) Friday and Saturday. yourself immersed in the watery www.wildwestfestival.com Ellis County Historical Information: environment that formed the Society — Celebrate Ellis (785) 621-2739. chalk — an environment teem- Other attractions: County by experiencing history. ing with sharks, sea serpents Ellis Railroad Museum — Explore the society’s replica St. Fidelis Catholic Church, and monstrous predatory fish. The museum at 911 Volga German Haus and other Victoria — This church is Welcome to the Kansas of 80 Washington features a telegraph features. known as the “Cathedral of the million years ago. room and model railroad layout. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Plains” a name inspired by Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. William Jennings Bryan, Monday through Saturday; 1 to Tuesday through Saturday. Information: who visited the area in 1912 6 p.m. Sunday. Information: (785) 628-2624 or as part of his campaign for Information: (785) 726-4493. www.elliscountyhistoricalso- president. The massive lime- (785) 628-4286. ciety.org. stone church has twin tow- Fort Hays State Historic Site ers, which can be seen from We also would encourage you — The fort was established in Liquid Bread Brewing miles away. to visit the Wild West Festival 1867 to protect travelers on the Company and Gella’s Diner, Information: (785) 735-2777.
MEGALODON: Largest Shark That Ever Lived Sternberg Museum of Natural History May 1 – September 2 Summer Art Walk The Bricks in Downtown Hays June 21 Wild West Festival & Fireworks Extravaganza Municipal Park July 3 – 6 Ellis County Fair “Follow the Fairground Road” Ellis County Fairgrounds July 13 – 20
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A great blue heron stops at the Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area, the largest inland freshwater marsh in the country.
Courtesy Photo Barton County offers wildlife and more reat Bend and Barton answer questions. Center — Founded in 1953, this right here in Great Bend. The County have a diversi- A self-guided driving tour zoo is one of Great Bend’s big- airfield is the site of a memorial ty of attractions for a and a nature trail also are gest attractions. It’s home to dedicated to the men and visitorG to enjoy. Day trips or available. mammals, birds, reptiles and women who manufactured, flew longer — there’s something Information: Barton County insects. Grab a fish food bag and provided support for the for everyone in this place that Chamber of Commerce, from the Raptor Center and Boeing B-29 Super fortress. is recognized for its wetlands (417) 682-3595 or head out to the pond where Information: Barton County and wildlife. bartoncounty.org. colossal catfish, turtles, geese, Historical Museum, This is a mecca for bird- swans, and other pond critters (620) 793-5125. watcher and photographers. Other attractions: dwell. Or spend time in the In fact, the anchor of the Quivira National Wildlife Raptor Center, which features a Rosewood Winery — This 77-mile Wetlands and Wildlife Refuge — This inland saltwater gallery with state-of-the-art attraction is nestled in the heart National Scenic Byway is marsh, rare in the Midwest, is exhibits and a colorful mural. of Rosewood Ranch, a nationally Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife found at the other end of the Information: renowned equestrian therapy Area, a critical stopover for scenic byway. For the best view- Phone: (620) 792-2750 or program eight miles west of millions of migrating water- ing, take Big Salt Marsh Wildlife Toll free: (877) 427-9299 Great Bend. The winery offers fowl and shorebirds. Drive, a one-way road through www.visitgreatbend.com 13 types of quality wine made While you’re there, visit the the marshes and along lakes bor- from the finest of homegrown Kansas Wetlands Education dered by cattails. The marsh, B-29 Memorial Plaza — grapes. Bring a picnic lunch or Center to learn the impor- sand dunes, timber and prairie Great Bend was a B-29 bomber simply relax and enjoy the atmo- tance of these wetlands dem- support a number of endangered training base during World War sphere with friends and family as onstrated through state-of-the species. II, and crews from all over the you test the wines. -art exhibits and naturalists United States were trained to fly Information: (620) 793-5888 who are always available to Brit Spaugh Zoo and Raptor the huge Super fortress bombers or [email protected]
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255 West Barton County Road 620-796-213362 Great Bend, KS Page 26 Explore Central Kansas Summer 2019 Lincoln County defines Post Rock Country incoln County is the Post Rock lery is a showcase for Kansas artists. Capital of Kansas. Visit the Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday courthouse in Lincoln and you’ll through Friday; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. discoverL the reason for this designation. Saturday. There are many buildings here made Information: (785) 524-3241. from limestone, which is found in layers in the earth, but none are more impres- Finch Theatre, Lincoln —Showing sive than the county’s center of govern- movies on Fridays, Saturdays and ment. The craftsmanship apparent in the Sundays. construction also is worth a look. For information on renting the com- In nearby Sylvan Grove, more than munity room/meeting room call (785) two-thirds of the businesses on main 524-4350 or the chamber at (785) 524- street are located in limestone buildings. 4934. North of Sylvan on Kansas Highway 181 is a stone double-arch bridge, a Village Lines — This downtown tions. Jack Crispin, a registered pharma- noted meeting place for three different Lincoln business features Kansas prod- ethnic groups during the area’s settle- cist, traces the history of his industry in the drug store museum, with special ucts. Owner Marilyn Helmer also is an ment years. expert on the area’s many attractions. Relatively new to Sylvan Grove is the emphasis on the years 1180 through This is a woman who can tell you where family-owned brewery, Fly Boy Brewery 1920. & Eats. Information: (785) 526-7800. The museums are open by chance or by to go and how to get there. She also is Lincoln also is the home of the annual reservation: (785) 524-5383. the force behind the annual Lincoln Lincoln Re-enactment in February, a day Re-enactment. filled with history and music and a Other attractions: Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday Lincoln Look-Alike Contest. Activities Denmark — There’s not much here, as through Saturday. also include a President’s Ball. far as formal attractions. But the drive Information: (785) 524-5133. Other Lincoln attractions include the into Denmark is worth the trip. And it’s Post Rock Scout Museum and Crispin’s fun to explore the town and cemetery. Kyne House Museum/Topsy School — Drug Store Museum. Denmark is west of Lincoln and then The history of Lincoln County is on The owners, Kathie and Jack Crispin, north. The town also has a picturesque exhibit in a grocery store, beauty shop are former Lincoln business owners. Lutheran church with a steeple, which and other displays. Kathie Crispin is responsible for the can be seen for miles. Hours: 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday and Scout museum, which features historical Lincoln Art Center — Director Joyce Thursday; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. exhibits of different Scouting organiza- Harlow rotates exhibits and the gift gal- Information: (785) 524-9997.
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MARQUETTE MUSEUM COMPLEX HANSON LINDFORS MANSION KANSAS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM QUIVIRA DISC GOLF COURSE 203 N. Washington Includes Marquette Museum, Range School 120 Washington • Open Daily 9 holes at the Marquette Pioneer Trail 211 East 5th • By appointment only Museum and Depot Museum, Open weekend 785-546-2348 afternoons - April through October.
MAY 15TH ANNUAL THUNDER ON THE SMOKY MOTORCYCLE RALLY Visit “Beautiful Downtown Marquette” – 18 10 am: Grand Opening Ceremonies Unique gift shops, art galleries & boutiques! Live Band ‘Bad Dawgs’ in City Park Visit the website for Marquette’s Free Land Program JUNE CITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE at www.freelandks.com 01 Starts at 8 am Maps will be available at American Legion
SHOP • DINE • ENJO Y! JUNE EMS PANCAKE FEED 01 Pancake Feed 6 am - 1 pm Proudly brought to you by: Marquette American Legion AUG AUG SMOKY VALLEY SADDLE CLUB RODEO 02&03 7:00 pm: Rodeo Arena August 4: Rodeo Dance after the Rodeo
AUG RODEO RUN 8:00 am: Downtown Marquette www.mfsb.com 03 5K Race, 1 Mile FunRun/Walk and Kids Short Course
AUG MARQUETTE 145TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Marquette Chamber 03 Come join us in beautiful downtown Marquette of Commerce and help us celebrate our 145th anniversary!
Find more events on the Marquette Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. For info on business hours and other questions concerning Marquette, call the Marquette Farmers State Bank at 785-546-2292 & they will be glad to help you. Discover Your at Rolling Hills Zoo Celebrating Our 20th Anniversary! Open through now thru October 27, 2019 20th Anniversary Gallery Show • See how one man’s dream transforms the prairie into an amazing Zoo and world-class Wildlife Museum. • Children’s Exploration Corner • Watch the “Remember When” Documentary • Share Your Favorite RHZ Memories Board & Video Reel Monthly Anniversary Specials Exciting Special Events Throughout the Year! Keeper Encounters • Restaurant Gift Shop • & So Much More!
Save The Date for Rolling Hills Zoo’s 20th Anniversary Celebration October 26, 2019
Car Show UNLIMITED BEER, FOOD & FUN Craft Fest SAT, JUNE 8th SAT, AUG 24th
Annual Corporate Sponsors:
625 N. Hedville Rd., Salina • 785.827.9488 • Open Daily! rollinghillszoo.org