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.
The cornerstone of the Trego County Courthouse was laid in 1888, and the building was completed in 1889
WaKeeney, KS Historic CourthousesOutdoor 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 RecreationWakeeney 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 ShopsThis attractive building, which houses the city administration office, was built in 1937 of native limestone.
WaKeeney, KS Historic Buildings