Located on the Ottawa University campus. The black and gold dome atop this building stands as a proud tribute to Tauy Jones, founder of the university. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Ottawa Community Arts Center
Ottawa Community Arts Council (OCAC), of Ottawa, Kansas , is a non-profit arts organization that has been in existence since 1977. The Ottawa Community Arts Council has been the official arts organization for Ottawa and Franklin County for over 30
Ottawa, KS ArtsTauy Jones Mansion
Located northeast of Ottawa 2 miles north on U.S. Highway 59 and then east. The home was built in 1862 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
John Tecumseh "Tauy" Jones, honored as the"Founder of Ottawa University"
Ottawa, KS Famous HomesOld Depot Museum
The Old Depot Museum is operated by the Franklin County Historical Society. This incredible, two story, limestone depot was built in 1888
Ottawa, KS Museums200 Block of Main
The entire 200 block of Main Street in Ottawa is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's noted for its Victorian architecture.
Ottawa, KS Historic DowntownsDietrich Cabin
Located south of the old Ottawa Carnegie Library in Ottawa's City Park, the Dietrich Cabin stands today as a memorial to a courageous couple, who suffered severe hardships on the Kansas frontier and as a tribute to the hundreds of other early pioneers that settled in Franklin County.
Ottawa, KS MemorialsThings to do near Ottawa, KS
Historic Schoolhouse Tour
Osage County is fortunate to have many one-room schoolhouses still standing. ...
Kansas Walleye Association
You are invited to the five scheduled tournaments at some of the finest lakes in Kansas. The KWA welcomes anglers of a...
Forbes Golf Course
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 4 days...