Leavenworth, Kansas Travel

Leavenworth, Kansas

Leavenworth, the "First City in Kansas," established in 1854 is located on the west banks of the Missouri River. It became nationally known as the "jumping off point" for the opening of the west. Buffalo Bill Cody spent part of his youth here and later worked in the area as a Pony Express rider and Army Scout. Cody's parents are buried here. Leavenworth has numerous historic vintage homes, sites, depots, and of course, the "Big House", the United States Federal Penitentiary. The Victorian Carroll Mansion, open daily to the public, was built in 1867. The mansion boasts magnificent woodwork and beautiful stained glass windows. Shop in the many antique and unique shops in the Historic Riverfront Downtown.

National Fred Harvey Museum

The National Fred Harvey Museum seeks to: * Restore the Harvey residence in Leavenworth to its historic magnificence. * Increase public awareness of Mr. Harvey's achievements and his contributions to civilizing the great American Southwest. *

Leavenworth, KS Museums

Carroll Mansion

A visit to this museum is an experience into the past. You will enter a Victorian home finished in 1882. It features elaborate handcrafted woodwork throughout the house, beautiful stained glass windows and elegant antiques from the Victorian age era to the early 20th century.

Leavenworth, KS Museums

C.W. Parker Carousel

Ride a restored antique wooden 1913 Parker carousel and tour the museum dedicated to telling the remarkable story of C. Parker, the "Carnival King". There are two other carousels in the museum. One is the oldest operating, hand-cranked, wooden carousel, built around 1860 and the other is a 1950

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First City Museum

The museum houses collections of early frontier memorabilia and artifacts including buggies and cutters manufactured in Leavenworth. There is also a mock-up of the United States Penitentiary, plus other prison memorabilia.

Leavenworth, KS Museums

River Connection Tour

The River Connection Tour is a great way for you and yours to spend a couple of days or a family weekend. A multitude of interesting historical attractions, sites and experiences are available daily and spending more than a day is a definite must to capture the true flavor of our communities.

Leavenworth, KS Tours

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Leavenworth, Kansas

Attractions and Upcoming Events

National Fred Harvey Museum

Carroll Mansion

C.W. Parker Carousel

First City Museum

River Connection Tour

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Memorial Chapel

First City Museum

Lakeside Hills Golf Course

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