Post Rock Country, Kansas
With its steep, grassy slopes, Post Rock Country resembles the Yorkshire countryside. Even after more than 100 years, miles and miles of stone fence posts still stand. Here is the original "home on the range," that inspired Dr. Brewster Higley to write one of the most lasting refrains and what came to be the state song of Kansas. In Post Rock Country, you'll unearth one surprise after another. You'll find the unexpected (and the unexplained all circling around the exact Geographic Center of the continental United States.
Explore Post Rock Country
Gernon House
This structure is the oldest "post rock" stone house built in Russell in 1872 by Nicholas Gernon, a blacksmith and one of the original settlers. This lovely home has been fully restored to the period of the 1890s.
Russell, KS MuseumsCedar Bluff Scenic Trails
If you are a year-round explorer, there are many sites to see in and around the Cedar Bluff area. Just north and west of the Bluffton area within the wildlife area, lies Threshing Machine Canyon. This canyon was a station site for the historical Butterfield Overland Trail during the mid-1800'
, KS TrailsOil Patch Museum
Oil Patch Russell is a place to see, feel and learn about oil, the "Black Gold" that fuels man's imagination, as well as his machines. The story of the people and events that make up the history of oil in this area will come alive at Oil Patch Russell.
Russell, KS MuseumsRock City
The rocks at Rock City are huge sandstone concretions in an area about the size of two football fields, 200 rocks--some as large as houses -- dot the landscape. There is no other place in the world where there are so many concretions of such giant size.
La Crosse City Park
Take a moment to sit back and relax while you are visiting La Crosse. The City Park is the perfect place to have a picnic and breathe in some fresh air.
La Crosse, KS MemorialsK.S.U. Ag Research Center
The 1895 Kansas legislature declared, "The experience of the settlers of the settlers upon the plains of western Kansas has demonstrated conclusively that agriculture cannot be pursued with profit under existing natural conditions."
Hays, KS Education CentersOutdoor Murals
This mural is painted on the side of the building bordering Cecil Bricker Park at 8th and Main in downtown Russell.
Russell, KS ArtsWorld's Largest Ball of Twine
One of the world's largest balls of twine is displayed in a shelter house in downtown Cawker City on Highway 24. In 1953, Frank Stoeber, a thrifty local farmer started the ball with used twine from bales of hay. By 1973
Cawker City, KS One Of A KindsNazareth Motherhouse
Known as the beacon light of Concordia, the well-known rose window looks over the community from the convent. It is the official Motherhouse and Home for the 260 Sisters of St. Joseph of Concordia. It was built in 1903 and is listed in the National Register of Historic Sites
Concordia, KS Historic ChurchesRooks County Courthouse
In 1923 a new courthouse replaced the native stone structure of 1881. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Rooks County Courthouse is a source of local pride. A permanent memorial in front of the courthouse honors individuals who served in the nation's armed services.
Stockton, KS Historic CourthousesEmanuel Lutheran Church
The Emanuel Lutheran Church was constructed in 1902
WaKeeney, KS Historic ChurchesBicentennial Center
The Bicentennial Center, featuring a 7,645 seat arena, an exhibition area and meeting rooms, qualifies as one of the most versatile public assembly facilities in the Midwest. This entertainment / convention complex serves a thriving 23 county trade area of 350,000
Salina, KS Convention Centers