The Prairie Queen Bed & Breakfast

www.prairiequeen.com

The Prairie Queen is the premier bed and breakfast in Leavenworth, Kansas and takes its name from a Missouri River river boat that once docked at Leavenworth. The Prairie Queen was built in 1868 by one of Leavenworth's early industrialists, John Wilson, who was the president of Great Western Manufacturing.

Relax in one of the three elegant bedrooms, as you enjoy the warm personal hospitality of your hosts and indulge in a delicious home cooked breakfast. Unwind in a soothing hot tub or by a cozy fireplace. Take a stroll along the beautiful Missouri River, tour historic Fort Leavenworth, or even enjoy a workout at the Riverfront Community Center.

University of St. Mary

No longer a private institution, this four year college is located across the street from the Veterans Administration Center. The College's administration building, St. Mary Hall, was completed in 1870. Visitors are welcome to visit the De Paul Library's Special Collections:

Leavenworth, KS Colleges

C.W. Parker Carousel

Ride a restored antique wooden 1913 Parker carousel and tour the museum dedicated to telling the remarkable story of C. Parker, the "Carnival King". There are two other carousels in the museum. One is the oldest operating, hand-cranked, wooden carousel, built around 1860 and the other is a 1950

Leavenworth, KS One Of A Kinds

National Fred Harvey Museum

The National Fred Harvey Museum seeks to: * Restore the Harvey residence in Leavenworth to its historic magnificence. * Increase public awareness of Mr. Harvey's achievements and his contributions to civilizing the great American Southwest. *

Leavenworth, KS Museums

Leavenworth Landing Park

Located on the Missouri River, the park revives one of the major river landing sites where boats loaded and unloaded travelers and freight. The design of the Leavenworth Landing Park focuses on the role of Leavenworth as the "Gateway to the West"

Leavenworth, KS Recreation

United States Penitentiary -

Leavenworth is best known for the "Federal Pen" or "Big House", which is now a medium-security prison. Construction of this historic prison began in 1897, with the first cell house opening in 1906. The Federal Penitentiary has been the home of Kansas City Boss Tom Pendergast, George "Machine Gun"

Leavenworth, KS Penitentiaries

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The Prairie Queen Bed & Breakfast

Attractions and Upcoming Events

University of St. Mary

C.W. Parker Carousel

National Fred Harvey Museum

Leavenworth Landing Park

United States Penitentiary -

Things to do near Leavenworth, KS

Performing Arts Center

Stanford & Son's Comedy Club

Merriam Aquatic Center

Middle Creek State Lake

Santa Fe/Oregon Trail Junction