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Council Grove, Kansas

  • Terwilliger Home

    Terwilliger HomeWith its foundation laid in Kansas Territory, the Terwilliger Home was built alongside the famed Santa Fe Trail as Kansas became the 34th state. Built by Abraham and Mary Rawlinson in 1860-61, this...
    Terwilliger Home

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Last Chance Store

Like its name warns, this store was once the "last chance" for travelers on the Santa Fe Trail to buy supplies for their journey to New Mexico. Built in 1857, the limestone structure is the oldest commercial building in Council Grove and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Council Grove, KS Pioneer History

Farmers and Drovers Bank Building

A Council Grove landmark, the Farmers and Drovers Bank is one of the community's most ornate buildings. The two-story red brick bank with limestone trim was built in 1892 for $20,000. Its "eclectic"

Council Grove, KS Historic Buildings


Hays House

Town founder Seth Hays, a grandson of Daniel Boone and cousin of Kit Carson, opened the Hays House in 1857. Over the years, the Hays House was a gathering place for church services, court trials, bawdy theatricals and politicians\'

Council Grove, KS Restaurants

Old Bell Monument

Perched high on a hill overlooking the town and Neosho River valley below, this bell was erected in 1866 to warn townsfolk of Indian raids. It also served as a school and church bell for nearly 30 years.

Council Grove, KS Monuments

Things to do near Council Grove, KS

El Dorado Annual Open Car Show

El Dorado Car, Truck and Bike show. Please visit our 360 page: www.360eldorado.com Sponsored by the El Dorado Chamber of...

The Methodist - Episcopal Church - 1879

The Methodist-Episcopal Church was organized in 1879, in connection with the Havensville charge. The appointment remained a p...

Herington City Lake(s) Fishing

The Lake and Reservoir offer bass, wiper,walleye, catfish etc..... Wipers Good up to 10 lbs Wipers should provide good ...

Mcpherson Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...