Amazing food and little known history in Southeast Kansas
Locally-owned boutiques and gift shops have everything from trendy apparel and vintage collectibles, to beautiful vintage furniture and decor. Embellish Boutique Full of unique gifts for any occasion from weddings to baby showers, including clothing, jewelry, home decor and gift items. Also offers classes. Location: 123 N Broadway St, Pittsburg, […]
Big Brutus Monument & Museum Show the world you’ve seen the world’s largest surviving shovel. There’s t-shirts, caps, license plates, a toy of Big Brutus itself, and more. Location: 6509 NW 60th St, West Mineral, KS 66782 (Located in Cherokee County)Phone: 620-827-6177Website: BigBrutus.org Crawford State Park Location: 1 Lake Rd, […]
From fine art to handmade crafts, works by local artisans are on display and available for purchase throughout the Pittsburg area. Galleries ArtForms Gallery An artists’ cooperative gallery, ArtForms offers handmade art & fine crafts for sale as well as hands-on workshops led by member artists in a casual atmosphere. […]
If you’re into thrifting and vintage vibes, check out The Doggie Bag Resale Shop in Pittsburg—it supports the humane society! For more nostalgic finds, Girard General Store has old-timey treats and antiques. Paradise Mall is a must-visit with endless antiques, and White Elephant Emporium changes its goodies monthly. Happy hunting!
A local non-profit and the university provide a FREE shuttle service that will take you around Pittsburg and Crawford County.
Join the Pittsburg State mascot, Gus the Gorilla, as he explores Pittsburg and surrounding communities. Learn about attractions, parks, and how PSU became the Gorillas. Pick up a copy at the front desk of any Pittsburg hotel, museums throughout the county, or at the Explore Crawford County office, located at […]
Ask someone what would make a good day trip, and thoughts may stray to a ticketed attraction that draws thousands of visitors. A zoo, perhaps. Or a botanical garden. You won’t find those in Crawford County.
What started as a pep club in 1920, then became the nation’s only college with a gorilla as its mascot, has now grown into a phenomenon.
If you want to advocate for our community as a great place to live and visit, the Explore Crawford County Advisory Board is your opportunity to do something about it.
While Crawford County may be known nationally for its tasty fried chicken, another food could be even more popular in the area.
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