Emporia, Kansas
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32miles Northeast of Emporia
Melvern Lake's 6,930 surface acres of water and 17,244 acres of adjacent land serve as the nucleus of recreational and natural resource activities for more than 500,000 visitors annually.
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38miles Southeast of Emporia
John Redmond Reservoir lies in a broad flat valley with margins of the gently rolling Flint Hills -- a bluestem grass region of natural scenic beauty. The 59-mile shoreline around the 9,400... continue
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Lyon County Historical Museum & Gift Gallery
The Lyon County Historical Museum is located in the 1904 Carnegie Library Building and is on the National Register of Historic Places
Emporia, KS Museums
Emporia Flint Hills Tours
A two day tour of Emporia, Cottonwood Falls and Council Grove. Historical Sites, food, shopping and fun are just a few of the things on the agenda. The itinerary is suggested and adaptable for individuals or groups.
Emporia, KS Tours
Lyon County Museum Research Center and Archives
The archives house one of the state's largest collections of letters, diaries, and local newspapers, dating from Lyon County's early settlement to the present. There are more than 25 scrapbooks alphabetized by family name that cover more than 100
Emporia, KS Museums
Emporia Center for the Arts
The Emporia Arts Council offices are in a building that was once a car dealership, and has been renovated with volunteer labor. The building also houses exhibits, classes, programs, theatre performances, and premiere performances by renowned artists.
Emporia, KS Arts
The First Presbyterian Church
Designed by Charles W. Squires and built in 1897. The limestone block construction with multiple towers and large mitered, arched stained glass windows is typical of the Victorian influence. This church is an example of the Richardson Romanesque style.
Emporia, KS Historic Churches
Things to do near Emporia, KS
Turner Residence
This home was built in the 1880s also. Up until recent years it housed Alma's funeral home, with the funeral director living ...
El Dorado Annual Open Car Show
El Dorado Car, Truck and Bike show. Please visit our 360 page: www.360eldorado.com Sponsored by the El Dorado Chamber of...