“Day-Tripping” listings
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MANHATTAN, KS
An ideal visit to the “Little Apple,” home of Kansas State University, starts with a trip to the William T. Kemper Art Gallery in the school’s student union. Afterward, visit 4 Olives Wine Bar for refreshments and spend the afternoon at the Sunset Zoo. (05/2010)
137 miles northeast of Wichita
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JOHN BROWN MUSEUM STATE HISTORIC SITE
In 1856, John Brown and 30 free-state defenders fought against 250 pro-slavery militiamen. Visit the center of the fi ght, where The Adair Cabin, Brown’s headquarters and a former station on the Underground Railroad, still stand. (03/2010)
1000 Main St, Osawatomie
913-755-4384
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FORT SCOTT NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
This original military outpost has 20 historical structures and more than 5 acres of tallgrass prairie. Self-guided and cell-phone tours of an infantry barrack, a dragoon barrack and the Wilson-Goodlander House are available. (01/2010)
159 miles east of Wichita Downtown Fort Scott
620-233-0310
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BONNER SPRINGS
Start a trip to this adorable Midwest town with a visit to the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, then stop by the Moon Marble Company to watch marbles being made. (12/2009)
205 East Second St
913-422-1020
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FT LEAVENWORTH, KS
For a bit of interesting history, check out Ft.Leavenworth, the oldest active Army post westof the Mississippi River. (It was establishedin 1827.) The Frontier Army Museum housesartifacts from the 19th century. (03/2009)
199 miles northeast of Wichita • On Metropolitan St, Leavenworth, KS
913-684-5604
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HOLLENBERG PONY EXPRESS STATION
Hollenberg Station was built in 1857 as a stop on the Oregon Trail; within five years, it was also a stop on the Pony Express. Check out this historic landmark and discover what life was like at this remote (and some believe haunted) way-station. (02/2009)
189 miles north of Wichita 2889 23rd Rd, Hanover, KS
785-337-2635
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FORT SCOTT, KS
History buffs will love this quaint city, home to a 19th-century schoolhouse, a national cemetery, dozens of specialty shops and a frontier-era fort. For an overview of the city, check out the guided trolley tours. (01/2009)
150 miles east of Wichita
800-245-3678
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TANGANYIKA WILDLIFE PARK
Home to several hundred animals, Tanganyika Wildlife Park offers camel rides and giraffe feedings as well as encounters with leopards, gibbons, pandas and rhinos. (11/2008)
13 miles west of Wichita • 1000 S Hawkins Ln, Goddard, KS
316-794-8954
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ROLLING HILLS WILDLIFE ADVENTURE
Home to more than 300 animals, including chameleons, aardvarks and baboons, this Salina zoo offers one-of-a-kind fun. Don't miss the nature museum, which features robot guides and a 3-D theater. (09/2008)
100 miles north of Wichita • 625 Hedville Rd, Salina, KS
785-827-9488
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AUGUSTA, KS
Home to a well-preserved log cabin, a vintage theater and an innovative playground designed largely by children, this quaint suburb of 8,000 has a lot to offer. (08/2008)
20 miles east of Wichita
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MCPHERSON, KS
A small city with big attractions, McPherson is home to a 60,000-gallon water park, 19th-century opera house and wildlife refuge filled with bison. Great dining and shopping options make it a fun destination for the whole family. (07/2008)
57 miles north of Wichita
800-324-8022
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LAWRENCE, KS
Lawrence offers visitors a slice of smalltown life packed with big-city culture. Check out the galleries on Massachusetts Street, linger in the Spencer Museum of Art, or see a performance at the Lawrence Arts Center. When the sun goes down, bars and concert halls beckon. (06/2008)
162 miles northeast of Wichita
785-842-3883
www.downtownlawrence.com
