Visitors Guide & Map

VISITORS GUIDE & MAP

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THE FRONTIER TOWN

WELCOME Hays City was founded in August of 1867 as the Union Pacific Railway Eastern Division worked its way west. The town was named TO HAYS! after Fort Hays, the army’s military post located south of Big Creek. The U.S. Army established Let us show you around... Fort Hays (founded in 1865 as Fort Fletcher, renamed Fort Hays in 1866) to provide We invite you to experience the many opportunities that our protection for settlers and railroad workers charming community has to offer. You’ll enjoy the friendliness from Indian resistance. Fort Hays was named in honor of General Alexander Hays, a Union “Wild Bill” Hickok of our small town whether you’re here for a family vacation, general killed during the Civil War in1864 at the Battle of the Wilderness. business trip, sporting event, shopping, or just passing through. We have a colorful history as a wild frontier town, Many of the first citizens of the rapidly growing town were railroad and we encourage you to explore our city’s landmarks and workers, desperadoes, and other notorious characters, making the early days of Hays City wild and dangerous. The soldiers from nearby Fort Hays see where history walked the streets. Be sure to visit our added to the rowdy atmosphere when they came to town to visit Hays unique museums and attractions to learn about our military City’s saloons, brothels, gambling houses, and dance halls. past and Volga German heritage. Discover the scenic beauty of western Kansas with an outing to Frontier Park or our For several months in 1869, James Butler Hickok served as the acting sheriff after several incidents prompted citizens to form a vigilante committee. walking and biking trails. Enjoy your stay in Hays! “Wild Bill” Hickok, as he became known, apparently was not elected, but served at the will of the vigilantes. The vigilante period from July of 1868 to December of 1869 was marked by 15 homicides. The lawlessness, COMMUNITY PROFILE bloodshed, and feuds that occurred while General George A. Custer and Founded in 1867 Average number of sunny days: 237 his wife were encamped near Fort Hays prompted Elizabeth Custer to Hays population: 21,500 Average annual precipitation: 24” comment, “There was enough desperate history in that little town in one Ellis County population: 29,000 Average annual snowfall: 14” summer to make a whole library of dime novels.” Climate: Four distinct seasons with Altitude: 2,018 feet above sea level mild and sunny days spring GPS Coordinates: 38.87° N, 99.33° W through fall. Largest employer: Hays Medical Center Average January low temperature: 17° Median household income: $42,897 Average July high temperature: 92° Median age: 30

The information contained in this brochure was prepared as accurately as possible at the time of printing. The Hays CVB is not responsible for information that is incorrectly supplied to our office, omissions, or changes made after the printing of the brochure. This publication does not constitute a contract with the Hays CVB. Business listings or contact information contained in this brochure do not imply a referral or recommendation by the Hays CVB. We suggest calling in advance or visiting our website to verify current information.1-800-569-4505 • www.VisitHays.com • 07/2017 Wild West Festival

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January April July October Soup-R-Bowl Food Festival High Plains Barbershop Show Wild West Festival FHSU Homecoming Spring Art Walk Ellis County Fair Oktoberfest February Brews on the Bricks Bargains on the Bricks Sidewalk Sale RPM Speedway Fall Nationals Bridal Showcase Fort Hays State University NIRA Thunder on the Bricks Classic Kansas High School 1A-Div. II Kansas High School 3-2-1A Rodeo Car, Truck, and Cycle Show Volleyball Tournament Wrestling Tournament Farm and Ranch Festival August November March May Fall Art Walk Holiday Open Houses Kansas High School 1A Boys & Seniors Celebration Fort Hays State University Football Kansas High School 2-1A Girls Basketball Tournaments Downtown Hays Market opens Signing & Fashion Show Football Championships Kansas Special Olympics (runs May–October) Youth Outdoor Festival Basketball and Cheerleading December Tournament June September Winter Art Walk RPM Speedway Sunflower Classic Farm to Fork Dinners Wines and Steins Christmas Past at Historic Fort Hays Great Planes on the Plains Fly In Frontier Open Disc Golf Christmas Open House at Ellis Summer Art Walk Tournament County Historical Society Museum German Feast & Polkafest FrostFest Illuminated Parade Holiday Craft Fair

FHSU Rodeo Ellis County Fair Downtown Hays Market 785-621-4171 DOWNTOWN Customers can shop for their weekly groceries, find unique gifts made by local artisans, and enjoy musical talents from local artists, The Bricks in Downtown Hays all within the market’s laid back atmosphere located right off Main The brick streets of Downtown Hays offer more than meets the eye in and Fort Streets in the 10th Street parking lot. The market provides a beautiful and unique setting. When you step foot into downtown, vendors the opportunity to bring the you’re welcomed with a sense of community, an appreciation for best from the county to the city every history, and a spirit of innovation. Saturday morning from 7:30–11 a.m. May–October, weather permitting. Nestled inside historical buildings that have been brought back Fresh produce, cut flowers, live plants, to life with recent renovations, you’ll find a diverse mix of specialty baked goods, honey, jams, and shops, professional services, boutiques, and dining options. Whether handcrafted items such as jewelry and you’re looking for custom-made fine jewelry, award-winning food and soaps can all be found at the market. beverages, or that one-of-a-kind gift, you’ll find it in Downtown Hays. Hays Public Library Explore the historical Chestnut Street District, home to the oldest arts 1205 Main St. • 785-625-9014 council in the state and host to several world-renowned artists and www.hayslibrary.org their studios. A cornerstone of the district is the Carnegie-inspired Hours: Mon.–Thurs. 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Fri. public library, rated as one of the top five libraries in the nation. 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.–5 p.m. The Downtown Hays Development Corporation (DHDC) hosts many The Hays Public Library is recognized events, including Brews on the Bricks, a wonderful celebration of craft as a leader for outstanding per capita beer. Check www.downtownhays.com for the latest event schedule. usage. The 39,000 square foot facility has an extensive book collection, dynamic children’s and young adult Downtown Visitor’s Center sections, a beautiful gallery, a bookstore, and an impressive Kansas 106 W. 12th St. • 785-621-4171 collection with information about Hays, Ellis County, the Western U.S., Hours: Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. genealogy, Volga Germans, and Hays historical walking tours. www.DowntownHays.com

Brews on the Bricks Breathe Coffee Shop Be Made, Downtown Hays

SHOPPING DESTINATIONS

SHOPPING Antique Mall of Hays Hays Hobby Shop Find something new 201 W. 41st St. 1905 General Custer Rd. 785-625-6055 785-639-1644 When it comes to shopping, Hays has what you’re looking for! Big Creek Crossing Hobby Lobby From locally grown businesses to national retail chains, the 2918 Vine St. 3300 Vine St., Ste. 30 variety will hit the spot! 785-625-3314 785-628-8276

Trendy boutiques line the streets of Downtown Hays, where Centennial Mall North Ridge Plaza you can find everything from formal wear to furniture, 2500 Vine St. 27th St. & Vine St. cookware to home décor. For a special souvenir, pick up a Doerflers’ Harley-Davidson Northglen Antiques painting or a piece of handmade pottery by a local artist. 1100 E. 43rd St. 4945 General Hays Rd. 785-625-2022 785-623-4005 Shopping centers on Vine Street offer apparel, shoes, gift Oak Plaza items, name-brand makeup, sporting goods, and specialty Downtown Hays shops for crafters and hunters. Those on a search for antiques 785-621-4171 27th St. & Oak St. will find several stores full of unique vintage pieces. www.downtownhays.com Quilt Cottage Em ‘n Me Antiques 2520 Vine St. In northern Hays, you can find all the supplies you need to 800 Main St. 785-625-0080 plan the perfect party or event. You can even pick up apparel 785-650-0260 SEPHORA Inside JCPenney for your next motorcycle ride! Fort Hays State University Bookstore 2918 Vine St. 700 College Dr. 785-625-7385 With multiple options located throughout the community, (inside FHSU Memorial Union) Tebo Village you are sure to leave Hays with a new treasure! 785-628-4417 43rd St. & Vine St.

Doerflers’ Harley-Davidson Glik’s in Big Creek Crossing Rib Picture

DINING Local Flavor TK’s Smokehaus

Let our restaurants tempt you with options like perfected wood-fired pizza, BAR & GRILLS authentic German fare, and even top-notch sushi. Be sure to visit one of our nationally-recognized breweries or a cozy, locally owned coffee shop. Brass Rail Golden Q Sip N Spin 114 E. 11th St. 809 Ash St. 209 W. 10th St. 785-621-7245 785-625-6913 785-625-9292 LOCAL SPECIALTIES Chuck’s The Horseshoe Toby Jugs Al’s Chickenette Indigo by jasmine Sake2Me Sushi & 507 W. 7th St. 8th & Vine St. 104 E. 7th St. 700 Vine St. 111 W. 8th St. Seafood Grille 785-625-2485 785-625-3103 785-628-3958 785-625-7414 785-259-7213 2306 Vine St. Defiance Brewing Co. On the Rocks The Wild Rose 785-301-2999 Augustine’s Bakery Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant 2050 Old Hwy 40 507 W. 7th St. 109 W. 7th St. 1305 Main St. 2520 Vine St. Schilleci’s Bakery, Deli & 785-301-2337 785-301-2711 785-628-3911 785-621-2253 785-628-1238 Catering 1103 E. 27th St. Breathe Coffee House JD’s Chicken 785-625-9009 703 B Main St. 740 E. 8th St. FAST/CHAINS 785-650-3904 785-625-3013 Soda Shoppe Café 800 Main St. A&W All American Food/ IHOP Starbucks (inside Dillons) Cancun Mexican Grill Lomato’s Pizza 785-625-7323 Long John Silver’s 4000 General Hays Rd. 1902 Vine St. 1011 Elm St. 130 W. 9th St. 3380 Vine St. 785-621-4467 785-628-6137 785-621-4550 785-623-2888 Taco Grande 785-628-2742 412 E. 23rd St. Jimmy John’s Starbucks China Garden Lucky Buffet 785-628-1413 Applebee’s 1104 E. 27th St. 3216 Vine St. 2503 Vine St. 2405 Vine St. 4101 Vine St. 785-621-2227 785-628-2280 785-621-2727 Taco Riendo 785-628-6400 SUBWAY 1103 Vine St. Kentucky Fried Chicken 1211 Vine St. Chinese Food Express Mokas Bakery & Bistro 620-339-6881 Arby’s 2804 Vine St. 785-625-7171 1312 Main St. 1230 E. 27th St. 3501 Vine St. 785-625-3711 785-628-9999 785-301-2266 Taco Shop 785-625-8080 SUBWAY 333 W. 8th St. McDonald’s 3408 Vine St. El Dos De Oros Mexican Osaki Japanese Restaurant 785-625-7114 Billy Sims Barbeque 3406 Vine St. 785-623-2828 1002 E. 41 St. 2522 Vine St. 4320 Vine St. 785-628-6115 785-621-4709 785-498-5015 Thirsty’s Grill and Pub 785-621-2025 SUBWAY (inside Walmart) 2704 Vine St. McDonald’s 4301 Vine St. Gella’s Diner & Paisley Pear Wine Bar, 785-628-8284 Burger King 1201 Vine St. 785-650-0086 Lb. Brewing Co. Bistro & Market 1212 Vine St. 785-625-1712 117 E. 11th St. 1100 Main St. Tiger Burgers 785-371-3015 Taco Bell 785- 621-2739 785-621-4660 700 Main St. Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ 1730 Vine St. 785-621-8000 Dairy Queen Bake Pizza 785-623-4611 Golden Griddle Pasta Jay’s 1226 E. 27th St. 2700 Oak St. 230 W 9th St. 4310 Vine St. TK’s Smokehaus 785-625-3027 785-621-4750 Wendy’s 785-301-2483 785-621-2000 114 E. 12th St. 1800 Vine St. 785-259-2828 Daylight Donuts Pizza Hut 785-625-6925 Gutch’s Bar & Grill Pheasant Run Pancake 113 E. 8th St. 1308 Vine St. 111 W. 7th St. House Trio Tap House & 785-625-7016 785-628-1777 Wendy’s 785-623-4088 3201 Vine St. Craft Kitchen 4235 Vine St. 785-628-1044 1106 E. 27th St. Domino’s Schlotzsky’s/Cinnabon 785-621-4318 Gutierrez Cocina Mexicana 785-621-2221 2505 Vine St. 1130 E. 41 St. 1106 E. 27th St. The Press 785- 625-2311 785-621-4920 Whiskey Creek 785-625-4402 230 E. 8th St. Tryyaki Asian Cuisine Wood Fire Grill 785-301-2309 2814 Vine St. Freddy’s Frozen Custard Qdoba Mexican Grill 3203 Vine St. Hickok’s Steakhouse 785-621-6688 & Steakburgers 3380 Vine St. 785-628-8646 3402 Vine St. Professor’s Classic 3505 Vine St. 785- 621-2515 785-301-2442 Sandwich Shop & More Vernie’s Hamburgers 785-621-4770 521 E. 11th St. 527 E. 17th St. Sonic Drive-In Imperial Garden Express 785-301-2431 785-628-1462 Gambino’s Pizza 1708 Vine St. 2918 Vine St. 2102 Vine St. 785-628-8100 785-628-6688 785-621-4922 Larks Park

Fort Hays State University Sternberg Museum of Natural History 3000 Sternberg Dr., Hays, KS 67601 • 785-628-4286 ATTRACTIONS Hours: Tues.–Sat. 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.–6 p.m. Where should we start? Open Mondays from April–September www.sternberg.fhsu.edu Bison Herd See dinosaurs, fossils, prehistoric animals, giant sea-swimming Frontier Park, W. Hwy. 183 Alt., Hays, KS 67601 lizards, and fish that inhabited Kansas over 80 million years ago. An The Frontier Park bison herd began in 1952 with a bull named extensive collection of exhibits and artifacts help you learn about the “Wild Bill” and a cow named “Calamity Jane.” The herd lives on natural history of the Great Plains. approximately 9.5 acres of land and has been maintained by the Parks Department since 1977. Larks Park 4th St. & Oak St. • 785-625-2137 Ellis County Historical Society Museum www.hayslarks.org • www.fhsuathletics.com 100 W. 7th St., Hays, KS 67601 • 785-628-2624 Larks Park is home to the Hays Larks, an NCAA sanctioned summer Hours: Tues.–Sat. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. collegiate league baseball team, and the Fort Hays State University www.elliscountyhistoricalsociety.org Tiger baseball team. Although Larks Park is considered a historic The ECHS brings the history of Ellis County to life through museum venue and is one of the oldest baseball facilities in the state of exhibits, experiences, and research opportunities. In addition to Kansas, with recent renovations, it can boast as one of the nicest newly updated exhibits, visit the oldest stone church in Hays, the baseball facilities in the region. Admission is free. Fire Department Museum, the Volga German Haus, and the Younger Harness Shop. Rolling Plains Motor Speedway - RPM Speedway 1344 Fairground Road • 785-731-5233 Fort Hays State University Athletics www.rpmspeedway.net 785-628-4050 The racetrack facility is a 3/8-mile, high-bank, clay, oval dirt track. The www.fhsuathletics.com racing season begins with the annual Sunflower Classic in March and FHSU is a NCAA Division II University competing in the Mid-America ends with Fall Nationals in October. These two special events attract Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA), comprised of 14 schools over 200 race teams from 10 different states. Regular IMCA classes from Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma. Check the website running are the Modifieds, Stocks, Northern SportMods, Hobby for schedules for football, basketball, wrestling, volleyball, and more. Stocks, and Sport Compacts. Other classes that run throughout the There’s nothing like game day in Hays! season include the Sprints plus the Crazy Cruisers.

RPM Speedway

FHSU Sternberg Museum of Natural History PARKS

PARKS & Airport Park – Hays Regional Airport Hank Speier Ballfield – 10th & Vine Aubel-Bickel Optimist Park/Skate Park – Hickok Park – 26th & Donald Dr. 30th & Sherman Kiwanis Park – 17th & Harvest RECREATION Blue Star Memorial Park – 8th & Vine Massey Playground – 17th & Allen Daniel G. Rupp Park – 33rd & Skyline Dr. Municipal Park – 2nd & Main Dog Park – 1376 Highway 183 Alt., Bickle- Pratt-Optimist Soccer Complex – 5th & Stretch your legs Schmidt Sports Complex Pine Dusty Glassman Ballpark – South end of Rolling Hills Park – 41st & Autumn Lane With over 25 public parks and greenspace areas, Milner St. Seven Hills Park – 33rd & Hillcrest opportunities abound to stretch your legs, walk the dog, find Ekey Park – 19th & Holmes Rd. Sunrise Park – 19th & MacArthur a playground for the kids, or try out one of the top-rated disc Elizabeth Polly Park – 26th & Indian Trail Union Pacific Park – 10th & Main golf courses in the country. Frank Stramel Softball Fields – Hwy 40 & Veterans Memorial Park – 15th & Haney Chetolah Creek Vineyard Nature Trail – 41st & Vineyard Rd. Frontier Park – Hwy. 183 & S. Main Whisnant Park – Hays Regional Airport Frontier Park is a scenic recreational area with a creek that winds through 89 acres of land. The park features walking trails, bridges, playground equipment, three shelter houses, and plenty of large shade trees. This park is also home to WALK • RUN • BIKE • SWIM Hays’ own bison herd, accessible from Hwy. 183 Alternate. Bike Hays Routes & Paths Hays Medical Center Vineyard Nature Trail Marked throughout city Fitness Trail 41st St. & Vineyard Rd. 785-628-8202 2220 Canterbury Dr. 785-628-7375 GOLF • DISC GOLF www.bikehays.com Dr. Howard Reynolds Hays Aquatic Park Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course Disc Golf at Frontier Park Paved Hiking/Biking & Nature Trails 4th St. & Main St. 1450 Golf Course Rd. • 785-625-9949 Hwy. 183 Alt • 785-625-7375 Walking Trails 3000 Sternberg Dr. 785-623-2653 FHSU campus & Frontier Park 785-628-4286 Precision Valley Golf and Bike Center Disc Golf at Rolling Hills Park 785-628-7375 Wilson Playground & Pool Mini golf, driving range, indoor simulator 41st & Autumn Lane • 785-628-7375 www.haysrec.org Frontier Park Nature Trail 28th St. & Fort St. 1500 W. 27th • 785-625-4900 1546 E. Hwy. 40 Bypass 785-639-2532 Smoky Hill Country Club 785-628-7375 3303 N. Hall St. • 785-625-8297

Hays Aquatic Park Historic Fort Hays Site

Historic Fort Hays Site 1472 Hwy. 183 Alt., Hays, KS 67601 FRONTIER 785-625-6812 • www.kshs.org/fort_Hays Hours: Wed.–Sat. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The U.S. Army established Fort Hays (founded in 1865 as Fort HISTORY Fletcher, renamed Fort Hays in 1866) to provide protection for settlers and railroad workers from Indian resistance. Today, visitors See history come to life can see the military post’s original blockhouse, guardhouse, and officers quarters. The Historic Fort Hays site includes a visitors center Shortly after the Civil War, railroad builders and settlers with exhibits and artifacts about the fort and military history. began pushing into western Kansas with ever-increasing intensity, provoking resistance from the Indian inhabitants Historic Downtown Walking Tour of the area. To provide protection for this citizenry of 12th St. & Fort St., Hays, KS 67601 • 785-621-4171 railroad workers, soldiers, and desperadoes, Fort Hays was www.visithays.com established in 1867 and the city of Hays sprang to life on the This self-guided tour tells of the famous — and lesser known — people plains. We invite you to explore our museums, libraries, and who walked the streets of Hays during the 1860s to 1880s. Twenty- historic sites to see how Hays began. five bronze plaques mark the sites of the town’s first shops, saloons, and shootouts. Learn the historical significance of the buildings and details about characters like James Butler “Wild Bill” Hickok, William Boot Hill Cemetery F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, and General George Armstrong Custer. 18th St. & Fort St., Hays, KS 67601 Many of the outlaws were buried at Mount Allen Cemetery the original Boot Hill Cemetery, 27th St. & Vine St., Hays, KS 67601 • 785-628-8202 which was located on a hill just north Visitors to the Mount Allen Cemetery can piece together much of the of Hays City. “The Homesteader,” a interesting history of Hays through the grave markers and headstone statue by local sculptor Pete Felten, inscriptions. It is the only cemetery in Kansas to have two old- commemorates this first cemetery, fashioned tree swings with wooden seats. which was so named because many of the inhabitants “died with their Old Rome Townsite Historic Marker boots on.” W. 12th St. at Big Creek, Hays, KS 67601 The first town in the area was not Hays City, but the short-lived town Cheyenne Indian Raid Gravesite of Rome, established in May of 1867. Some accounts credit William 3rd St. & Hwy. 40, Victoria, KS 67671 “Buffalo Bill” Cody and his partner, William Rose, with the founding This is the gravesite of six railroad workers killed by Cheyenne Indians of Rome. on August 1, 1867. The workers had detached themselves from the main work camp and were unarmed when surprised by Indians. Plymouth Schoolhouse 600 Park St., Hays, KS 67601 • 785-638-5449 Fort Hays State University Forsyth Library, Archives, and Special Collections Built in 1874 from hard post-rock limestone, the Plymouth 600 Park St., Hays, KS 67601 • 785-628-4434 • www.fhsu.edu/library Schoolhouse was moved from Russell County, Kansas, to Hays for Forsyth provides access to computers, regional and university history permanent restoration. The one-room schoolhouse is now located through University Archives and Special Collections, government southeast of Forsyth Library, across from Tomanek Hall, on the FHSU information resources, and the Dave Van Doren interactive 3-D campus. Tours are available to anyone who wishes to relive the campus map. Hours are posted on the library website. educational experience of the late 19th century. St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

Center for Ethnic Studies at FHSU Forsyth Library 600 Park St., Hays, KS 67601 • 785-628-5901 GERMAN Hours: Open daily 8 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.–10 p.m. www.fhsu.edu/library History of the Volga German pioneers, church histories, parish HERITAGE registers, family histories, works on folklore, folk music and art, diaries, A proud history genealogies, and obituaries make up the core of the collection on file. German Festivals and Events Ellis County is known as the “German Capital of Kansas” and 785-628-8202 has a thriving German Heritage that dates back to the 1870s. www.germancapitalofkansas.com Many Ellis County residents are descendants of German Each year, there are over a dozen immigrants who came from the Volga River region of Russia German festivals and events held and the Bukovina region of Europe. These settlers migrated in Ellis County to celebrate the from Germany to Russia following the end of the Seven Years heritage of our Volga German War in 1763. In October and November of 1875, many of and Bukovina German ancestors. these immigrants left their villages along the Volga River and Many of the activities began traveled to Saratov, Russia to begin their journey to America. years ago as church fundraisers and include our wonderful Ellis County-style German food, beer The first Volga Germans arrived in Hays in 1876, and traveled booths, polka music, dancing, south to settle land along the Big Timber Creek. The first crafts, and a polka mass. Look for Polkafest, Herzogfest, German community, Liebenthal, was founded on February 22, 1876, Feast, and Oktoberfest in late summer and early fall. and was followed by the communities of Catharine, Herzog, Pfeifer, Munjor, and Schoenchen in the following spring and Historic Churches of Ellis County summer. Bukovina Germans arrived in Ellis County in 1886 785-628-8202 and continued to immigrate for the next 15 years. A tour of the beautiful historic churches in our area provides a glimpse of our history and an understanding of the strong religious Visit these local landmarks to see how the first settlers of Hays values of the early German settlers in Ellis County. The Roman shaped the community for those who live here today. Catholic influences, artistic Gothic style, and beautiful stained glass are the most dominant features, yet each church is unique. Contact the Hays Welcome Center for tour information. Bukovina Society Museum 718 Washington – Box 81, Ellis, KS 67637 Historic Iron Crosses 785-726-3388 • 785-726-4620 785-628-8202 • www.germancapitalofkansas.com www.bukovinasociety.org Various cemeteries in Ellis County have anywhere from 13 to over The museum provides the history of the German immigrants who 100 iron cross grave markers. The ornate crosses were forged from arrived from Bukovina, which is currently part of Romania and steel and iron by local Volga German blacksmiths. These markers are Ukraine. They originally migrated from Germany to Bukovina in the unique to communities with immigrants who trace their roots back to late 1700s and early 1800s. After one to two generations of living in Germans who came from Russia. Unlike wooden crosses, iron crosses Bukovina, land became scarce and many of the German immigrants were suitable prairie monuments because they were tough enough to came to the United States as well as Canada and South America. withstand fires, storms, and years of weathering. Visitors are welcome to stroll through the cemeteries to see these historic works of art. Rib Picture

Hays Arts Center Gallery

THEATERS & PERFORMING ARTS ART AMC Classic Hays 8 Rich in talent and culture 2918 Vine St., Hays • 785-628-6406 • www.amctheatres.com See the latest blockbuster films on one of the eight screens at the Hays has a thriving art scene and boasts the oldest arts AMC theater located in Big Creek Crossing. council in the state of Kansas. The Hays Arts Council hosts Beach-Schmidt Performing Arts Center community programs, classes, and art exhibitions throughout the year, including seasonal art walks when shops and 600 Park St., Hays • 785-628-5307 www.fhsu.edu/encore or www.fhsu.edu/performingarts galleries showcase local and regional artists after hours. Find Fort Hays State University hosts a wide variety of performances in the art walk dates at www.haysartscouncil.org. Beach-Schmidt Performing Art Center, which seats 1,100. The Encore Series brings events ranging from ballet and opera to musicals and GALLERIES nationally known speakers. It is also the host to many FHSU Music 711 Studio Hays Public Library Gallery Department concerts 711 Main St. • 785-625-4895 1205 Main St. • 785-625-9014 and recitals. www.hayslibrary.org Artists at Work Studio Fox Pavilion 717 Main St. • 785-650-3998 Kansas Post Card Collection 1202 Main St., Hays FHSU Robbins Center 913-269-1404 Bruce Burkholder Studio & Gallery One Tiger Place • 785-628-5620 www.thefoxhays.com 116 E. 11th St. • 785-650-3673 The Fox Theater, a two- www.bruceburkholder.com Madd Matter Frame Shop & Gallery story Art Deco movie 112 E. 11th St. • 785-628-3552 theater with a balcony, Dennis Schiel Studio & Gallery www.maddmatterframeshop.com opened in 1950 with 2914 Indian Trail • 785-639-1220 Hours: Mon.–Fri. 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Hours: By appointment only Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. seating for over 1,000 patrons. Over the years, this facility has been used as a venue for weddings, dinner theater, first-run movies, Fort Hays State University Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art company meetings, school dances, class and family reunions, and live Memorial Union Art FHSU Rarick Hall entertainment. (Second floor hallway) 600 Park St. • 785-628-4247 700 College Dr. • 785-628-5305 www.fhsu.edu/art-and-design/ Hays Community Theatre Hours: Mon.–Fri. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. mossthorns 844-428-5221 • www.hctks.com Hours: Mon.–Fri. 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Enjoy some of your favorite musicals and productions performed Hadley Art Collection live by our community’s own talented individuals. Hays Community Salon Ten O Seven at Hays Medical Center Theatre is available for special events or fundraisers. 2220 Canterbury Dr. • 785-623-5000 1007 Main St. • 785-628-6000 Hours: Daily 8 a.m.–6 p.m. www.salon1007.com Hays Symphony Hours: Tues.–Thurs. 9 a.m.–8 p.m., 785-628-4533 • [email protected] Hays Arts Center Gallery Fri.–Sat. 9 a.m.–5p.m. 112 E. 11th St. • 785-625-7522 www.fhsu.edu/music-and-theatre/ensembles/symphony Hours: Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Stone Gallery/Pete Felten Founded in 1914, the Hays Symphony Orchestra is a joint community- Sat. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Limestone Sculpture Driving Tour university ensemble affiliated with Fort Hays State University with 107½ W. 6th • 785-625-7619 approximately 60 musicians, including FHSU students and faculty, Hays Hours: Mon.–Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. area volunteers, and guest musicians from throughout Kansas. The group generally performs five concerts a year. Kansas Merci Boxcar 13th & Canterbury St. • 785-625-9681 ONLY IN HAYS Hours: Guided tours available by appointment. One of 49 boxcars that France sent to America in 1949 in You gotta see this appreciation for the food the U.S. sent to France after World War II. Blue Sky Miniature Horse Farm See displays, memorabilia and artifacts of military history. 1710 Canterbury Dr. • 785-625-6725 RANS Designs Hours: Tours by appointment only 4600 US Hwy. 183 Alt. • 785-625-6346 Admission: Call for information. RANS Designs was founded in 1973 by Randy Schlitter to www.blueskyhorses.com manufacture a unique product called Sailtrikes. These three- Learn about this Arabian type horse that is only 26”–34” tall. Owners wheeled, sail- and pedal-powered cycles evolved into two-wheeled Donna and Marion Schmidt provide tours about the history, grooming, recumbent bikes. In 1983. RANS entered the aircraft market with the training, and showing of these award winning miniature horses. introduction of the Coyote Ultralight. From there the company grew to develop and manufacture over 20 models, going from ultralights Ellis County Memorial to FAA type certified Aircraft. Ellis County Court House at 13th St. & Fort St., Hays, KS 67601 RANS is internationally This memorial honors the soldiers from Ellis County who gave their known as one of the top ten lives while serving our country. producers of both aircraft and bikes. Recently the bike Farmer’s Market business was sold and moved 2900 Broadway • 785-625-7316 to Montezuma, Kansas. Today Local growers offer fresh produce Wednesday evenings and Saturday RANS has produced over mornings from June through October. 5500 aircraft and distributed to over 55 countries. Fort Hays State University Farm W. Hwy. 183 Alt., Hays, KS 67601 • 785-628-4196 Thomas More Prep-Marian Memorial Archway Admission: Free. Group tours available by appointment 1701 Hall Street, Hays, KS 67601 www.fhsu.edu/agriculture/farm 785-625-6577 Fort Hays State University’s working farm is nearly 4,000 acres of More than 60 years ago, the cadets at St. Joseph Military Academy classroom experience. Operated by the Department of Agriculture, dedicated the Victory Gates on the south edge of the campus where students get invaluable real-world training on the farm that produces 15th Street intersects Hall Street. Originally called “The Victory Arch,” marketable quantities of beef, swine, sheep, and crops. the memorial commemorates the lives of the 19 young alumni killed in World War II and honors the more than 300 graduates of the KSU Agricultural Research Center school who served in the conflict. 1232 240th Ave., Hays, KS 67601 • 785-625-3425 www.wkarc.org Veterans Memorial Park Admission: Free. Group tours available by appointment 15th St. & Haney St. • 785-628-7375 This agricultural research center comprises several thousand acres of The park was created in 1993 in preparation for a visit from The crop and rangeland, a greenhouse, modern feed mill, headquarters Moving Wall, a half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that buildings, and a cattle feedlot with 900-head capacity. travels all over the country. Today the park features a Korea-Vietnam M-60 A1 Tank and a miniature replica of the Washington Monument. Local landowners participate in a program with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks & Tourism to make private land AREA HUNTING available to hunters. Hundreds of thousands of acres of land are available to hunters through the Walk-in Hunting Access (WIHA) program, with many prime areas located here in Ellis County. The & FISHING department posts signs on the property and patrols the area. For a copy of the Walk-in Hunting Atlas, contact the Kansas Department of Deer, pheasants, turkeys Wildlife, Parks & Tourism office or visit www.ksoutdoors.com.

Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks & Tourism On the Water 1426 Hwy. 183 Alt., Hays, KS 67601 The three largest lakes near Hays include Cedar Bluff Reservoir, which 785-628-8614 • www.ksoutdoors.com is known for its bass fishing, Wilson Lake, which is one of the deepest Northwest Kansas is a prime location for ringneck pheasants. and clearest lakes in the area, and Webster Reservoir, which is north Ringnecks thrive in grain fields, wheat stubble, shelter belts, weedy of Hays nestled in the Solomon Valley. These lakes provide excellent areas, and the native grasses found throughout our region. Other crappie fishing as well as white bass, walleye, and channel cat fishing. popular small game in Northwest Kansas include dove, quail, waterfowl, squirrel, rabbit, and prairie chicken. When pheasant and quail season are underway in mid-November, you’ll find plenty of Cedar Bluff State Park Wilson State Park small town soup suppers, hunter breakfasts, and other special events 32001 147 Hwy. #3 State Park Rd. to feed, entertain, and welcome visitors to our communities. Ellis, KS 67637 Sylvan Grove, KS 67481 785-726-3212 785-658-2465 White-tailed deer are the most common deer species in Kansas and mule deer are most commonly sighted in Western Kansas. Both offer Webster State Park Find more information at hunters a great opportunity for both quality and quantity of mature 1210 Nine Road www.ksoutdoors.com/State-Parks trophy bucks. Kansas has different seasons throughout the year for Stockton, KS 67669 hunting deer with firearms, archery, and muzzleloaders. 785-425-6775

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Hays Academy of Hair Design 1214 E. 27th St, Hays, KS 67601 EDUCATION 785-628-6624 www.haysacademy.edu We never stop learning Hays Academy of Hair Design opened its doors Hays is home to three institutions of higher education, which on April 1, 1981. In January of 2003, sisters make our community richer in knowledge, talent, and diversity. Summer Melvin and Danielle Markley purchased the beauty school with the vision of offering the students an up-to- The local campuses recruit some of the best and brightest, date, cutting-edge education that would enable them to thrive in and we are proud that the schools’ faculty, staff, and students the beauty industry. In addition, they had a strong desire to offer the choose to make Hays their home. community with professional salon services at a very affordable price.

Fort Hays State University In 2009, Hays Academy (#HAHD) became a Wella Signature School, 600 Park St., Hays, KS 67601 then a Nuts and Bolts Business Training Member School, and finally, 785-628-FHSU (3478) a Sassoon Academy School Connection member school, bringing a www.fhsu.edu world-renowned cutting approach to the already proven curriculum. Nestled on a cozy, tree-filled In 2014, Hays Academy partnered with MUD Make-Up knowing campus in Hays, Fort Hays State University is a place where a that the best make-up — and the education behind the product — Midwestern, roll-up-your-sleeves work ethic and boundless optimism would be a benefit to all involved. Because of these partnerships, meet opportunity. Hays Academy produces some of the most hirable and market- ready graduates in the country. In February of 2012, Hays Academy Fort Hays State University is a regional comprehensive university expanded its reach to Salina, Kansas. with over 14,000 on-campus, online, and international students. Undergraduate and graduate students pursue degrees in 31 academic departments in five colleges—the College of Arts, North Central Kansas Technical College Humanities, and Social 2205 Wheatland Ave, Hays, KS 67601 Sciences, the College 1-888-567-4297 of Business and www.ncktc.edu Entrepreneurship, the With a job placement guarantee and College of Education, one of the highest graduation rates in the College of Health the state of Kansas, North Central Kansas Technical (NCK Tech) is a and Behavioral Sciences, leader in workforce development, hands-on education, and career and the College of readiness. Recently, the College was named the 7th best two-year Science, Technology, and publicly funded technical and community colleges by the Chronicle Mathematics—and through of Higher Education in the United States. the Graduate School. Accredited by the Kansas Board of Regents and the Higher Learning Forward thinking and world ready, FHSU takes on challenges at Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and home and abroad with an optimistic spirit. Our reputation for Schools, NCK Tech offers 24 programs of study in two campus innovation and entrepreneurship attracts eager partners from higher location — Hays and Beloit. Programs are 9 to 18 months in length, education and the private sector. Explore FHSU at www.fhsu.edu or and students who complete a program are awarded either a via a campus visit. Certificate or an Associate’s of Applied Sciences degree. Tours and personalized visits are available. LODGING TRAVEL TIPS Find property details, photos, and availability at VisitHays.com. TRANSPORTATION • FREE WI-FI • LAUNDRY AVAILABLE Baymont Inn and Suites ACCESS Public Transportation Hertz Rent-A-Car 3801 Vine St. • FREE HOT BREAKFAST • PETS WELCOME 785-625-8103 • FITNESS CENTER Shuttle 1204 Vine St. • 785-623-4116 1205 E. 22nd St. • 785-628-1052 Quality Rent-A-Car Best Western Butterfield Inn • FREE WI-FI • INDOOR POOL Convenience Cab of Hays 2719 Plaza Ave. • 785-625-7664 • FREE HOT BREAKFAST • 100% NON-SMOKING 1010 E. 41st St. 785-301-2221 785-621-4337 • FITNESS CENTER • MEETING SPACE Safe Ride • LAUNDRY AVAILABLE BMB Cab Service Free service within city limits Comfort Inn and Suites • FREE WI-FI • INDOOR POOL 785-639-1899 10 p.m.–3 a.m., Wed.-Sat. nights 1001 E. 41st St., Hays • FREE HOT BREAKFAST • DOGS WELCOME 785-621-2580 785-625-9322 • FITNESS CENTER • 100% NON-SMOKING Enterprise Rent-A-Car • LAUNDRY AVAILABLE 1104 E. 13th St. and Uber Use Uber app to find available • FREE WI-FI • OUTDOOR POOL Hays Regional Airport Days Inn drivers 3205 Vine St. • FREE HOT BREAKFAST • PETS WELCOME 785-623-4504 • LAUNDRY AVAILABLE • MEETING SPACE 785-628-8261 Greater KS Limousine Service Hays Regional Airport 119 W. 38th St. • 785-628-7411 3950 E. 8th St. • 785-628-7370 EconoLodge • FREE WI-FI • 100% NON-SMOKING www.flyhays.com 3503 Vine St. • FREE HOT BREAKFAST Greyhound Bus Lines 785-625-4839 • DOGS WELCOME 3610 Vine St. 800-231-2222 • 785-623-8321 Fairfield Inn by Marriott • FREE WI-FI • INDOOR POOL 377 Mopar Dr. • FREE HOT BREAKFAST • 100% NON-SMOKING 785-625-3344 • FITNESS CENTER AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES Advance Auto Parts Kansasland Tire & Service Fort Hays Inn • FREE WI-FI • SMALL PETS WELCOME 2800 Vine St. 730 E 8th St. • FITNESS CENTER 2524 Vine St. 785-628-8200 785-628-1071 785-625-2511 • OUTDOOR POOL Auto Tech Lewis Automotive Group Hampton Inn • FREE WI-FI • INDOOR POOL 600 Vine St. 4440 Vine St. 4002 General Hays Rd. • FREE HOT BREAKFAST • 100% NON-SMOKING 785-625-6409 785-628-3359 • FITNESS CENTER • MEETING SPACE 785-621-4444 • LAUNDRY AVAILABLE Dave’s Auto Repair & Alignment O’Reilly Auto Parts

• FREE WI-FI • INDOOR POOL 629 E 8th St. 3302 Vine St. Holiday Inn Express 785-625-7082 785-625-0732 4650 Roth Ave. • FREE HOT BREAKFAST • 100% NON-SMOKING • FITNESS CENTER • MEETING SPACE 785-625-8000 • LAUNDRY AVAILABLE Davis Automotive Quality Quick Lube 1003 Vine St. 2710 Plaza Ave. Motel 6 • LAUNDRY AVAILABLE • PETS WELCOME 785-625-6261 785-625-8090 3404 Vine St. • OUTDOOR POOL 785-201-3437 Five Star Auto Repair & Towing Rein’s Auto Repair 1017 E 13th St. 2715 Plaza Ave. 785-625-9400 785-628-3434 Quality Inn • FREE WI-FI • PETS WELCOME 2810 Vine St. • FREE HOT BREAKFAST • 100% NON-SMOKING • INDOOR POOL G & L Tire & Automotive Inc Safelite AutoGlass 785-628-8008 201 E. 8th St. 877-664-8932 785-625-0035 Sleep Inn & Suites • FREE WI-FI • LAUNDRY AVAILABLE Ward’s Automotive & Repair 1011 E 41st St. • FREE HOT BREAKFAST • INDOOR POOL Hays Auto Parts 1500 E 27th St. • FITNESS CENTER • 100% NON-SMOKING 785-625-2700 1862 250th Ave. 785-432-4006 785-625-2541 24-hour emergency service • FREE WI-FI • DOGS WELCOME Super 8 Motel Import Parts & Repair Walmart Tires & Auto Parts 3730 Vine St. • FREE BREAKFAST • 100% NON-SMOKING • LAUNDRY AVAILABLE 785-625-8048 733 E 7th St. 4301 Vine St. 785-625-5828 785-628-8743 TownePlace Suites COMING 2018 James Motor Co 4001 General Hays Rd. 108 E 13th St. 785-625-3481 ATTRACTIONS MAP

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35 1376 Hwy 183 Alt. • 785-623-2650 83 135 www.hayssportscomplex.com The Bickle-Schmidt Sports Complex is located on the western edge of Hays. It is the home of the Fort Hays State University soccer stadium and FHSU track and field complex, and features some of the best recreation facilities in western Kansas including baseball/softball fields, soccer fields, and football fields with shared concessions, parking, picnic area, restrooms, warm-up areas, and playground facilities. Local, regional, and state tournaments are held here throughout the year.

Hays Recreation Commission 1105 Canterbury Dr. • 785-623-2650 www.haysrec.org The mission of the Hays Recreation Commission is to provide diversified leisure activities, high quality facilities, superb programs, and to be proactive in providing recreational and educational opportunities that enhance the quality of life in our community. Their new fitness center boasts a diverse range of cardio equipment, a full circuit of machine-defined weights, and two new group-fitness studio spaces. Seasonal programs offered include activities ranging from group sports Stop in at the Hays Welcome Center, where you’ll find coffee, to cooking classes. restrooms, maps, tour information, and more!

Hays City Sportsmen’s Club Hays Welcome Center 5780 230th Ave. • 785-650-7656 www.shoothcsc.net Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau The Hays City Sportsmen’s Club has seven trap fields, one 2700 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601 skeet field, pistol and rifle ranges, the ability to throw five- 785-628-8202 • 800-569-4505 stand targets, and two club houses with heating and air www.VisitHays.com conditioning. Also on the property are 12 camper hookups with 50-Amp electrical services and water for club events.