Amazing food and little known history in Southeast Kansas
Be part of SEK history and leave a message for the future
As the area celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary and Pittsburg’s 150th, Miners Hall Museum has created three commemorative ledgers…
Exploring The Unexpected – Historical Southeast Kansas
When people think of Kansas, they often overlook its deep history and rich cultural roots. However, Southeast Kansas…
Mysterious donation gives small Kansas town its first public library
For over 140 years, the small town of Frontenac, Kansas had almost everything its 3,000 residents needed -…
Route 66 – The Kansas Stretch
At only 13 miles long, Southeast Kansas doesn’t get nearly enough credit on the Route 66 conversation. But…
World Radio Day (2/13): Making (radio) waves in Crawford County at KKOW
Originally posted February 12, 2017 to celebrate World Radio Day on February 13 Today a local favorite among…
Things to do in Girard, Kansas: History, Dining, and Charming Overnight Lodging
From chatting with locals over breakfast to taking a guided tour of its museum, I was pleasantly surprised…
Extended exhibit anchors Miners Hall Museum’s 2026 programs and America’s 250th Celebration
Franklin, KS — Miners Hall Museum announces the continued presentation of its landmark exhibit, the Page 618 Walking Dragline…
National Bootlegger’s Day (1/17): Staying Wet in a Dry Land
Rich soil and wine making traditions of immigrants positioned Eastern Kansas to rival California’s Wine Country. 67 years…