Pottawatomie County, KS

Native limestone buildings, Indian artifacts and traces of the Old west are just some of the things you'll find in this fascinating area of Northeast Kansas.
Take time to explore our historical past and take a step back into American History.
Explore Pottawatomie County
Onaga Historical Society Museum
The Onaga Museum complex exhibits local historical items in its two main museum buildings and on its grounds you will see a Union Pacific caboose, a furnished log cabin, and a one-room schoolhouse. The museum displays a collection of photographs from the early 1900
Onaga, KS MuseumsWamego City Park
Wamego City Park is a beautiful 12-acre park that was rated one of the best in Kansas. The Wamego Historical Museum and Prairie Town Village, Schonoff Dutch Mill, minature children'
Wamego, KS ParkOld City Well
Westmoreland's Historic Hand Dug Well was constructed in 1914, as 40
Westmoreland, KS LandmarksSt. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
The lots for the Catholic Church were purchased on November 22, 1881. The original frame building was used as a place of worship until 1948 when the present stone church was completed. The 400 pound bell and the crucifix were saved from the old church.
Onaga, KS Historic ChurchesLog Cabin
Located on the grounds of the Onaga Historical Society Museum is a cabin that was "uncovered" when an old house on the Kirke Grutzmacher farm was torn down. According to L.B. "Barney"
Onaga, KS Pioneer LifeSummerville Cabin
The Summerville cabin was built in 1867. It was donated to the Rock Creek Valley Historical Society in 1993 and is part of the museum complex. The log cabin has a loft and stairway. Extensive restoration was necessary prior to the grand opening in 1999
Westmoreland, KS Pioneer LifeWestmoreland City Pool
The Westmoreland City Pool was constructed in 1991. Swimming lessons are available in the summer and the pool can also be rented for private parties. Adjacent to the pool is a shelter house and playground, all of which are part of Dechairo Park.
Westmoreland, KSOZ Museum
Come and celebrate over 100 years of Oz history. Start with the book published in 1900 - through the 1939 MGM classic and up to the Broadway show, Wicked. Come see the movie in its entirety in our state of the art theater and get your picture taken next to your favorite characters. Don'
Wamego, KS MuseumsCovered Wagon Sculpture
A covered wagon and life-size team of bronze oxen attract attention along Highway 99, south of Westmoreland.
Westmoreland, KS ArtsIndian Pay Station Museum
The Indian Pay Station, the oldest building in Pottawatomie County, was built in 1857
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