In 1867, a party of travelers were transporting three threshing machines belonging to Brigham Young along the Smoky Hill Trail. While encamped at the base of the cliff, the party was attacked by Indians, who killed all of the men and put the threshing machines to the torch. Pieces of these machines were later found by early settlers.
Wakeeney has the distinction of having two old- fashioned soda fountains on Main Street. Be a kid again and enjoy an old fashioned ice cream soda!
WaKeeney, KS Soda ShopsThe Emanuel Lutheran Church was constructed in 1902
WaKeeney, KS Historic ChurchesThis attractive building, which houses the city administration office, was built in 1937 of native limestone.
WaKeeney, KS Historic BuildingsOutdoor recreational opportunites abound around WaKeeney. The town is located in an area offering some of the best bird hunting anywhere. Cedar Bluff Lake and State Park, thirteen miles south of town, offers great fishing, camping, and boating. While you're there, explore Threshing Machine Canyon?
WaKeeney, KS RecreationCollection of prints of Kansas landmarks, Kansas wildflower paintings, wooden models and dolls. Library also has free wire...
Lovewell is popular with campers. The area offers excellent shade and provides 117 electric hookup sites, improved primitive ...
Hopewell Church was originally located southwest of Beloit. Parts of the church building are 111 years old. Founded in 1876 a...
Six boat ramps are located around the Wildlife Area. ...