TOPEKA (KSNT) – People are running out of time to visit several historic sites in Kansas which are set to close near the start of next month.
Keller Welton with the Kansas State Historical Society (KSHS) said in a press release that people only have a few days left to visit seven state historic sites before they close for the season. These sites are not open to visitors year-round and are set to close at the end of the business day on Sunday, Oct. 4.
- First Territorial Capitol State Historic Site – Fort Riley
- Grinter Place State Historic Site – Kansas City
- Hollenberg Pony Express Station State Historic Site – Hanover
- Mine Creek Civil War Battlefield State Historic Site – Pleasanton
- Pawnee Indian Museum State Historic Site – Republic
- Red Rocks State Historic Site – Emporia
- Cottonwood Ranch State Historic Site – Studley
Welton said each of these historic sites offers different perspectives on the history of Kansas including its territorial period and the Civil War. He said the KSHS is encouraging people to visit the sites quickly before they are closed to the public.
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Welton said the seven state historic sites are anticipated to reopen in April 2027. People can still schedule tours during the off season by reaching out to each site directly.
You can learn more about state historic sites in Kansas by heading to the KSHS website.
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