The Northwest Kansas Research Center is a photo opportunity with its rich array of trees and flowers all identified for visitors who are always welcome.
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Biggest Barn in Kansas
The Cooper Barn is one of the largest barns in Kansas and holds a wealth of Thomas County History. The cattle barn was built in 1936 and was part of the Foster Farms operation. The barn is 66 feet wide, 114 feet long and 48 feet high. It was moved to the site in 1992 and houses the exhibit "
Colby, KS MuseumsThe Eller House
The Eller House, displaying typical furniture, clothing, and objects, tells of farm life in the 1930s. The house was built in 1906 in Colby, was moved to a farm south of town in 1917 and was moved to the museum site in 1981.
Colby, KS MuseumsThomas County Courthouse
Built in 1906, Thomas County Courthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Romanesque Revival style building is graced by the "Spirit of the Prairie"
Colby, KS Historic CourthousesColby Community College
The Colby Community College is a huge asset to our community. The Cultural Arts Center is a hub for cultural presentations and art exhibits. Changing exhibits are also featured at the Prairie Museum of Art & History.
Colby, KS CollegesThings to do near Colby, KS
Hill City Oil Museum
The Oil Museum tells the story of oil from formations deep in the earth to it's recovery, processing and use. Many pieces of ...
The Gateway
Oberlin's state of the art civic center, plays a large part in the town's entertainment scene with plays, conventions, trade ...