Ellsworth, Kansas
Cowtown History
"Every other business a Saloon!"
During the years 1867 to 1871, the frontier town of Ellsworth was full of vice. ...
Cowtown History
"Every other business a Saloon!"
During the years 1867 to 1871, the frontier town of Ellsworth was full of vice. ...
Cowtown History
The old jail is the oldest building in Ellsworth. Earlier jails were temporary structures like cages. At other times, prisoners were housed in private homes. This jail was authorized on April 2 1872, with the lower floor designated as the jail and the upper floor to be used as court rooms. (
Ellsworth, KS Historic BuildingsA 1909 wooden caboose given to the museum by the "Union Pacific Railroad." This caboose is one of 26 known wooden "Union Pacific" cabooses still in existence in the United States and is the only one known of in Kansas. Following a complete restoration the caboose celebrated its 100
Ellsworth, KS RailroadThe newest attraction to Wakeeney features southwest art prints and sculptures. ...