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Historic Santa Fe Depot 100th Celebration

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Historic Santa Fe Depot 100th Celebration

The historic old Santa Fe Depot in Eureka, KS. is celebrating its 100th Birthday on Saturday, May 27, 2017, (Memorial Day weekend). The celebration not only celebrates the Depot but the whole town. Eureka was an oil boom town and cattle trading center in the 1920's and has many wonderful old buildings.

The Depot is listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings (ID 12001119) for its transportation and architectural significance. It is what Santa Fe called a "county seat depot" build of brick and stucco with features of Prairie, Craftsman, and Mission characteristics.

The Depot was restored in the early 2000's and held a Christmas Open House in 2003. It serves as the corporate offices of Invena Corporation. President Matt Wilson wanted to start his own business and when the old depot was in danger of being demolished, he bought it and began the restoration from his own funds. He and his mother founded the business and his father managed the restoration efforts.

Historic Santa Fe Depot 100th Celebration

Address : 416 E 5th Street Fredonia KS
Phone : 620-953-2366   (Always call and confirm events.)

Celebrations

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Huge American Flag

40 x 60 foot flag greets residents and travelers from atop a 100 foot flagpole rising from Fredonia's South Mound. Beautiful park setting with views for miles around.

Fredonia, KS Landmarks

Wilson County Veterans Memorial

Located on the northwest corner of the Wilson County Courthouse lawn, this privately-funded memorial honors veterans from Wilson County. Additional veteran'

Fredonia, KS Monuments

Historic Downtown Square

Most of the buildings making up the Fredonia Downtown Square were built in the late 1800's & early 1900'

Fredonia, KS Historic Downtowns

Bandstand on the Courthouse Lawn

This charming bandstand was built in 1932 as a W.P.A. project. The roof was destroyed in the early 1960's and local residents and businesses donated money to rebuild it, with a picture from the county museum as the only guide.

Fredonia, KS Landmarks

Scenic Skyline Drive

No tour to Fredonia is complete without going on this scenic drive up to the "Top of the Mound." From this vantage point, you may enjoy the sights for miles around or just enjoy the beautiful park and picnic facilities. An observation tower provides unobstructed views and photo opportunities.

Fredonia, KS Scenic Drives

Things to do near Fredonia, KS