The original depot was moved to Albany from Bern, Kansas in 1965. It was destroyed by fire in 1980 and a new replica was built in 1981.
It has been restocked with antique railroad artifacts. There is also a miniature train display. Caboose number 25061 and 25678 donated by the Union Pacific Railroad are also on display. Train rides add to the festivities at the annual "Old Albany Days."
This mural is on display in the Sabetha Post Office as one of the WPA cultural projects in the 1940s. It it listed on the National Historic Register. The artist is Albert T. Reid.
Sabetha, KS ArtsOld Albany is the remnant of an 1850s settlement by a group from Albany, New York. Albany continued to grow after the Civil War. They had a post office, hotel, boarding house, livery stable, blacksmith shop, grocery store, creamery, sawmill, and a millinery store. In 1870
Sabetha, KS Pioneer LifeThree public parks, a public swimming pool, four baseball/softball/soccer fields, tennis and racketball courts provide recreation for the community. Two campgrounds with pools, cabins and camping facilities are located nearby.
Sabetha, KS RecreationPony Creek Lake has a surface area of 171 acres and a mean depth of 13.8 feet. It offers fishing, hiking, and hunting. Camping, is allowed in designated areas of the Park. Permit required.
Sabetha, KS RecreationThe original depot was moved to Albany from Bern, Kansas in 1965. It was destroyed by fire in 1980 and a new replica was built in 1981. It has been restocked with antique railroad artifacts. There is also a miniature train display. Caboose number 25061 and 25678
Sabetha, KS Railroad HistoryCourse Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...
7 Acres - Located 1 mile South of Hiawatha....
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