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  • Vickers Oil Refinery

    Vickers Oil RefineryThe Vickers first refinery was built in Potwin in 1915. During the first half of the twentieth century, Potwin enjoyed the prosperity of the Vickers Oil refinery. Commencing with a lease on the Parris...
    Vickers Oil Refinery

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Vickers Oil Refinery

The Vickers first refinery was built in Potwin in 1915. During the first half of the twentieth century, Potwin enjoyed the prosperity of the Vickers Oil refinery. Commencing with a lease on the Parris Farm 10 miles north of Potwin, production reached 16,000 barrels a day during the late 50's. In 196

Potwin, KS Oil History

Old Bank

The 1904 limestone building was originally built for Potwin'

Potwin, KS Historic Buildings

Circle "E" Feedlot Tours

Custom feeding operation for 12,000 to 15,000 head of cattle. Tours by appointment.

Potwin, KS Tours

Sink Hole

This sink hole appeared in 1937 and measures 58 feet deep and 250' x 200'

Potwin, KS Natural Attractions

Things to do near Potwin, KS

Holmes Sundry

Holmes Sundry is a 1920's drug store, established by Hazel Holmes. It boast a working soda fountain and lunch counter in it'...

Cardinal Creek Farm

Cardinal Creek Farm's team is comprised of educators, social workers, artists, engineers, and nature lovers, who have dedicat...