5 Government Buildings in Kansas That You Shouldn't Miss

June 17, 2021 Claudia Navarrete

See a buffalo up close, live like a cowboy for a day on a working cattle ranch or visit a stagecoach stop on the Sante Fe Trail are just a few of the many vacation experiences possible in this state in America’s heartland. You’ll love the wide-open spaces and the opportunities to engage in a variety of one-of-a-kind experiences in this marvelous state, which has the largest segment of true tallgrass prairie remaining in the U.S. Regardless of where you visit: a major metropolitan area like Kansas City, a college town like Manhattan or Lawrence or engaging places like Wichita, Dodge City and Salina, there are a wide array of attractions and sights nearby. If you want to familiarize yourself with cowboy culture, visit the Boot Hills Museum in Dodge City, dine on all-you-can-eat barbeque and hear songs of the American Cowboy at Diamond W Chuckwagon Supper in Wichita or explore the Dickinson County Heritage Center in Abilene, which has dance halls, gaming rooms and 32 saloons. For outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, bird watching and other activities, three of the state’s most popular parks are: Cheney State Park near Wichita; Scott State Park near Scott City and Tuttle Creek State Park near Manhattan.
Restaurants in Kansas

1. Marion County Courty Courthouse

200 S 3rd St, Marion, KS 66861-1600 +1 620-382-2104
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Marion County Courty Courthouse

2. Cedar Crest

1 SW Cedar Crest Rd, Topeka, KS 66606-2275 +1 785-296-3636 http://www.visittopeka.com/listing/cedar-crest-governors-mansion/3
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Cedar Crest

This beautiful French-Norman style Governor's residence, perched on a bluff overlooking the Kansas River, was recently renovated to reflect its original French theme.

3. Kansas State Capitol Building

10th and Jackson, Topeka, KS 66612 +1 785-296-3966 http://www.kshs.org/capitol
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Kansas State Capitol Building

Built in 1866, the Capitol building contains magnificent artwork, including murals by native-born artist John Steuart Curry, ornate architectural features and elaborate Senate and House Chambers.

Reviewed By newengland50 - Franklin, United States

The State Capitol Building was fully renovated and it's a great and beautiful place to visit. One tour is a walking tour of the building. The guide was knowledgeable about the building's history. It was an informative and enjoyable tour. The second tour was a bit more adventuresome and fewer people took it. It included climbing stair to reach higher into the building and to see more of its structure. Then, we reached a point where some people decided not to go further. We climbed steel stairs that rose high above the interior dome (see photo). If you fear heights, the second portion of this tour is definitely not for you. Next, we reached the top of the building and had an opportunity to go outside (it's safe) and see a high, panoramic view. It was spectacular and worth the climb. Both tours are free. There is also a nice little store.

4. Lincoln County Court House

216 E Lincoln Ave, Lincoln, KS 67455-2058 +1 785-524-4757
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Lincoln County Court House

5. USP Leavenworth

1300 Metropolitan Ave, Leavenworth, KS 66048-1254 http://www.bop.gov/locations/institutions/lvn/
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USP Leavenworth

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