Miami County, KS
Located in east central Kansas, Miami County is bordered on the east by Cass County, Missouri, and the north by one of the highest per capita income counties in the nation...Johnson County, Kansas. Miami County consists of 577 square miles and contains the municipalities of Louisburg, Osawatomie, Paola, Fontana, and part of Spring Hill. Only 45 miles from the heart of downtown Kansas City, Miami County is less than one hour from most metro area attractions and events.Many of the sites and accompanying history reflect specifically on the issues of slavery and the Civil War, as well as the legacy of the early Indians. John Brown's Lookout near the Miami County Industrial Airport, still stands at the hilltop where John Brown directed the escape of slaves by his underground railroad. A state-owned Memorial Park at 10th and Main in Osawatomie features the cabin where John Brown stayed while in the area, and the John Brown Museum, housing original furnishings and mementos.
Out and about in Miami County you'll find an abundance of green space for outdoor activities. You can perfect your tennis serve on area courts, test your golf skills on community greens or get a clear view from Powell Observatory, a stargazer's delight. If chasing a bird is your game, you'll find all the ingredients necessary for a perfect hunt. Or take a break and visit our pocket parks where you'll enjoy a charming respite. Whether its picnics, fish or Frisbee--we've got a place for you.
Explore Miami County
Club of the Country
The Club of the Country near Louisburg is a private 18-Hole golf course with some of the most challenging holes in the county. The club, formerly called Rabbit Creek Golf Club, is located on 215 acres of rolling hills southeast of Louisburg.
Louisburg, KS Golf CoursesOld Stone Church
One of the first churches in Kansas, this church was built by a Congregationalist group and is typical of the church structures built during pioneer days in Kansas.
Osawatomie, KS Historic ChurchesCreamery Bridge
The Creamery Bridge which spans the Marais des Cygnes River at Eighth Street is one of two Marsh Arch triple span bridges located at Osawatomie. The other spans the Pottawatomie Creek, and both are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Osawatomie, KS Historic BridgesFirst Land Office
This land office building was built in 1854 and was used by the first mayor of Osawatomie, H. B. Smith, and his brother who were the first land patent agents in the territory. It was deeded to the city in 1954 by A. W. Youngberg as a memorial to his wife.
Osawatomie, KS Pioneer LifePowell Observatory
The Powell Observatory is located just north of Louisburg far enough from the Kansas City metropolitan lights to provide clear observations. Powell Observatory has the largest telescope in a five state area. The main telescope has a 30"
Louisburg, KS ObservatoriesJohn Brown Memorial Park
The twenty acre John Brown Memorial Park is a National Historic Site donated to the State of Kansas by the Womens Relief Corps to preserve the site of the Battle of Osawatomie, August 30, 1856
Osawatomie, KS MemorialsUrsuline Sisters Academy
Home to the Sisters of Ursuline established in 1894, starting as a boarding school for Indians. Monumental cemetery, academy and farm buildings.
Paola, KS Historic BuildingsMiami County Courthouse
Miami County still has its beautiful 19th century Courthouse, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. The courthouse was built in 1898
Paola, KS Historic CourthousesSoldier's Monument
The Soldiers Monument was dedicated August 30, 1877, and was erected to honor the five men killed in the battle of Osawatomie, August 30, 1856.
Osawatomie, KS MonumentsThe Mills House
William M. Mills, an oilman from Pennsylvania, drilled over 400 oil and gas wells in his lifetime. He drilled the Norman #1
Osawatomie, KS Historic HomesOsawatomie History Museum
Exhibits include The Railroad, Oswatomie State Hospital, pre-Civil War, Rural Culture, and the Social History of Osawatomie. Special rotating exhibits present Black History Month in February, Women's History Month in March; April, Art; May, Alumni; June, John Brown; August, Founders Day;
Osawatomie, KS Museums