The "Friends of the Prairie Spirit" welcome you to the
first major rail-trail development in the state of Kansas.
The Prairie Spi...
Prairie Spirit Rail Trail
The Old Depot Museum is operated by the Franklin County Historical Society. This incredible, two story, limestone depot was built in 1888
Ottawa, KS Museums1st Babtist Church (pictured) - Romanesque Revival Style 4th and Hickory
United Methodist Church - 1903 3
Ottawa, KS Historic ChurchesThe entire 200 block of Main Street in Ottawa is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's noted for its Victorian architecture.
Ottawa, KS Historic DowntownsOttawa Community Arts Council (OCAC), of Ottawa, Kansas , is a non-profit arts organization that has been in existence since 1977. The Ottawa Community Arts Council has been the official arts organization for Ottawa and Franklin County for over 30
Ottawa, KS ArtsThe Ottawa City Park is a beautiful compliment of nature's architecture among the historic works of George P. Washburn in the downtown district. Located at 5th and Main, the park offers a spacious area for strolling, relaxing, or picnics with playground equipment for the children.
Ottawa, KS Parks
John Steuart Curry was born in 1897 and was raised on a farm six miles north of Oskaloosa. He completed the usual farm chore...
View this beautifully historic residence that was home to Charles Curtis. Charles Curtis served as vice president under Herbe...
This is an old railroad bed that was made into a walking trail. It was the track that the Doodlebug Train would take passeng...