One of Emporia's premier attractions, it proudly recognizes and honors outstanding teachers K-12. The Hall includes tributes to some of the best teachers in America, and galleries with cultural and ar... Designed by Charles W. Squires and built in 1897. The limestone block construction with multiple towers and large mitered, arched stained glass windows is typical of the Victorian influence. This church is an example of the Richardson Romanesque style.
Emporia, KS Historic ChurchesThe 1904 Carnegie Library Building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, housed the Lyon County Historical Museum for 36 years from 1980 to 2016
Emporia, KS Carnegie LibrariesThe Emporia Zoo houses nearly 400 specimens including vultures and buffalo. One of the country's smallest accredited zoos is home to a variety of birds, mammals, and reptiles. The zoo also features exceptional botanical displays and spectacular holiday lights.
Emporia, KS ZoosPainted by Stan Herd in 1992, this mural stands as a great tribute to the Cherokee Strip Land Rush. The mural was painted in ...