Pottawatomie County, KS
From the dusty Oregon Trail to the fields of regional grasses and wildflowers, evidence of history is as broad as the branches of the Louis Vieux Elm.
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
Indian Pay Station Museum
The Indian Pay Station, the oldest building in Pottawatomie County, was built in 1857
St. Marys, KS MuseumsThe Leach House
Built around 1890 by Louis B. Leach, a prominent early- day businessman, the house was made from memory to look like a Villa in the Suburbs of Messina, on the island of Sicily. Restoration and reconstruction of the Leach House was started in the spring of 1987
Wamego, KS Historic BuildingsOld City Well
Westmoreland's Historic Hand Dug Well was constructed in 1914, as 40
Westmoreland, KS LandmarksWamego Country Club
The Wamego Country Club was originally designed by famed architect Chick Trout and opened in 1920 as a nine-hole course. The new nine holes were designed by local architect Eric Langvardt. The par 70, 18
Wamego, KS Golf Courses"Presence of Three"
This unique sculpture depicts the Pottawatomie Indians, the Mission and the Oregon Trail. It can be seen on the north side of Highway 24 in the center of town.
St. Marys, KS ArtsCool Springs Golf Course
A stunning 9-hole course, Cool Springs Golf Course features 3,005 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36
Onaga, KS Golf CoursesSchonoff Dutch Mill
The Schonoff Dutch Mill towers over beautiful Wamego City Park, the perfect place for picnicking and horseshoes, fishing in the pond, riding the children's minature train, or taking a stroll. The Old Dutch Mill was built in 1879 and moved to the park in the 1920'
Wamego, KS Historic MillsOZ 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 MuseumsPottawatomie County Courthouse
The Pottawatomie County Courthouse located in Westmoreland is constructed of native limestone. It was built in 1884, and is the second oldest courthouse in the state.
Westmoreland, KS Historic CourthousesSummerville 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 LifeSt. Mary's College (Originally St. Mary's Mission)
A Brief History of St. Mary's Mission St. Marys, Kansas Following their removal from the Great Lakes area, Pottawatomie Indians were moved to Kansas. Admission was set up for them on Sugar Creek near present day Osawatomie in March of 1839. In1846
St. Marys, KS Historic Churches