Constructed in 1937 as a WPA project, the library was originally established by Howard Barnard, pioneer educator. A display of Mr. Barnard's books and personal items exemplify his devotion to education.
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Rush County Historical Museum
Housed in an old Santa Fe Depot which has been moved from Timken, Kansas, a town famous for its early family ties with the Timken Roller Bearing Company.
La Crosse, KS MuseumsWarren Stone Memorial Lake
While you are visiting La Crosse make sure to stop by the scenic Warren Stone Memorial Lake. The lake is located 2 miles east of La Crosse on K-4 highway and encompasses 2
La Crosse, KS RecreationPost Rock Museum
The museum displays an authentic re-creation of a stone quarry used to cut posts for fencing. Also displayed are tools and other items depicting the history of post rock unique to this region. The museum is located in a native stone house built around 1883
La Crosse, KS MuseumsRush County Courthouse
The Rush County Courthouse was constructed in 1888 following a "tug-of-war" for the county seat. The building is now listed in the National Register of Historical Places
La Crosse, KS Historic CourthousesKansas Barbed Wire Museum
The internationally recognized museum displays over 700 varieties of barbed wire and related fencing items. Also housed in the museum is one of the largest collections of fencing tools in the world. Dioramas depict the use of barbed wire in the 19
La Crosse, KS MuseumsThings to do near La Crosse, KS
Cedar Bluff Boating
Six boat ramps are located on the reservoir. Blue water and sandy beaches make the area the water recreation mecca for Wester...
George Washington Carver Memorial Plaque
George Washington Carver made Minneapolis, Kansas his hometown from 1880-1884, when he graduated from Minneapolis High School...
Nova Theater
The restoration of the NOVA Theatre has been a community effort. Stockton is proud to once again open its doors for the publ...
Kanopolis Lake Fishing Reports
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT ACCURATE FISHING REPORTS: This is just to remind you that fishing reports are given with the bes...