Located in the heart of the country, Kansas became a state as a result of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. Its early days included settlement by pioneers, cattle drives, and streams of settlers for westward expansion. Kansas also played a critical role in the Civil War. Later, Kansas was the first state to prohibit alcohol […]

What could be more beautiful than a place where the sky is blue, cool breezes blow, and a view that takes your breath away? As you drive through Kansas, there’s a lot more to see than farmlands, sunflowers, and straight roads. Kansas has rolling hills, lush grasslands, prairies, lakes, and unusual rock formations. If you […]

While Kansas is largely known for having flat prairies and ample farmland, there are many stunningly beautiful natural areas located across the state that each can provide you with a different outdoor experience. From camping and hiking to boating, cycling, and more, there is plenty to do at each of the 26 state parks in […]

Kansas is a state known for a great deal of amazing history. The very first cattle load to be shipped by rail departed from Kansas. In 1859, the state’s legislature was one of the few to show support for women’s suffrage. In the late 1800s, Kansas pioneered the prohibition of alcohol. The connection to prohibition […]

With Topeka as its capital, Kansas became a state opened to settlement in 1854 with the passing of the Kansas-Nebraska Act. The state facilitated some groundbreaking movements such as the Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a case that was decided by the Supreme Court of the United States. It is also known for […]

Kansas was the 34th state to join the union when its statehood was granted in 1861. However, it was initially inhabited by Native Americans. The first cities emerged with the railroad stations and military posts made to protect them. A large population that moved was incentivized by the cheap land and the construction of these […]