Mother K 5K
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Event Details
The Mother K 5K is a walk/run event in memory of Katie Buchanan Gant, originally from Council Grove, KS. Proceeds from this event will go to the Katie Gant Memorial Scholarship Fund for a Council Grove High School senior with the goal of pursuing a healthcare major- just like Katie did. We'd love participants from all over to join us for a run/walk through historic Council Grove, KS.
Mother K 5K
Phone : 479-899-1815 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : motherk5k@hotmail.com
Web Address : http://motherk5k.com
Walks
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Old Stone Barn
This imposing, 76-foot-long native stone barn was built into the bank of a hill in 1871 on land owned by the town's founder, Seth Hays. It's the only structure remaining from the Morris County Poor Farm, which existed here from 1889-1945.
Council Grove, KS Historic BarnsHays 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 RestaurantsKaw Mission
The Kaw (or Kansa) Indians lived in three villages southeast of Council Grove from 1848 until their removal south to Indian Territory in 1873. Methodist Episcopal missionaries built this school for Kaw children in 1851
Council Grove, KS MuseumsCouncil Grove City Lake
Located 3.5 miles northwest of Council Grove. Fisherman will be hooked on the bass, walleye, catfish, and crappie, in this well stocked 500
Council Grove, KS RecreationFarmers 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