St. John's Catholic church built in 1908 sits high upon a hill overlooking the town of Herington.
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Father Padilla Park
Father Padilla Memorial Park features a monument to Juan Padilla, who was killed in 1542. The shaded park has picnic facilities, playground facilities, gazebo, tennis court, basketball, nine-hole disc golf course, and baseball diamonds. Admission to the park's WPA-built swimming pool is free.
Herington, KS RecreationCarnegie Library
The Herington Library built in 1918 is one of the original libraries built by funds contributed by Andrew Carnegie that is still operating as a library. In 1897, 10 years after Herington, Kansas was founded, the Women'
Herington, KS Carnegie LibrariesHerington Historical Museum
The Herington Historical Museum features photos of the town's history and artifacts from the community's earliest days. Learn about the history of area clubs and organizations and study church history.
Herington, KS MuseumsFather Padilla Historical Marker
FATHER JUAN DE PADILLA & QUIVIRA In 1540 Francisco Vasquez de Coronado marched north from Mexico with 300 Spaniards in search of "The Seven Golden Cities of Cibola."
Herington, KS Historical MarkersThings to do near Herington, KS
Rolling Acres Golf Course
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...
Christian Hills Camp
Christian Hills Camp, just outside of Eureka, provides 240 acres of facilities for picnics, camping, swimming, meetings and r...
Paradise Doll Museum
View a collection of over 3000 dolls in an area of 2800 square feet. You will also have the opportunity to watch dolls being ...