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" statue, a cente... The Lone Star Presbyterian Church denotes the strong religious faith of the settlers. The Charming white country church was built in 1915 north of Gem, Kansas. In 1988, the building was moved to the museum site. It was the third time the building had been moved.
Colby, KS Historic ChurchesThe 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 sod house shows the ingenuity of the homesteaders. The late 19th century dwelling exhibits furniture, clothing and other artifacts of pioneer life on the prairie. Volunteers constructed the sod house in 1984. Sod blocks, 1 foot by 2 feet by 4
Colby, KS Pioneer HistoryThe Northwest Kansas Research Center is a photo opportunity with its rich array of trees and flowers all identified for visitors who are always welcome.
Colby, KS Education CentersThe Museum has been dubbed "one of the finest museums in the Midwest" by KANSAS!
Colby, KS MuseumsOver 39,000 volumes, Genealogy Collection, Kansas Room, talking books for Blind and Handicapped. Books available in large pri...
We have a challenging nine-hole, grass greens golf course where you can play anytime. ...
The Oil Museum tells the story of oil from formations deep in the earth to it's recovery, processing and use. Many pieces of ...
Boating facilities include a small concession marina and a two-lane boat ramp on the easte end of the park with parking avail...
The historic Butterfield Trail is a popular trail that people still use for trail rides today. The Butterfield Overland Dispa...