After a nearly month-long road trip, I enjoyed an incredible opportunity to visit many of the state’s welcoming and charming small towns and communities. And one of the things that surprised me most – were all of the amazing murals in Kansas.
Tag: Pittsburg
The Story of Pittsburg
Dreamers, doers, thinkers, makers. Buildings come back to life. Doors reopening. Businesses expanding. Ideas flowing. Hopes reviving.
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Sunflower Summer is designed to provide a wide variety of ways for families to get out, explore something new, and enjoy time together.
Exploring Pittsburg – 8 Can’t-Miss Experiences in this Kansas town
This unassuming town proved to be a treasure trove of impressive experiences, from stunning murals to culinary spots that would rival any big city eatery. Not to spoil the surprise but we discovered Pittsburg is known for so much more than its famed gorillas and fried chicken!
We’re a little different than the rest of Kansas
For those who have never been to Crawford County, the 2022 Big Kansas Road Trip was an opportunity to see firsthand why our corner of the state is a little different than the rest of Kansas.
Hotel Stilwell History
The Hotel Stilwell’s history runs back to 1889, when a board of trade sought funds to build a high-class, metropolitan hotel to rival those in Chicago and St. Louis. Funds for the hotel came together through the work of railroad tycoon Arthur E. Stilwell, who agreed to sell bonds in […]
SEK Museum Passports Available from SEK Museum, Chambers, & Visitor Centers
The 2024 Southeast Kansas museum passport will be available at Crawford County museums beginning February 15.
Self-Guided Tours
Historically preserved buildings with beautiful architecture. Gorilla statues and other monuments, plus murals. Whatever your interest, Crawford County, Kansas has it.
Polar Plunge in Pittsburg scheduled for February 10
Join Special Olympics Kansas for the COOLEST event of the year. Participants all across Kansas are participating in the annual Polar Plunge and so can you.
Cow Creek Cowboy Days and Wild West Show to be held April 26 & 27
This immersive experience is designed to transport visitors back in time to the Old West era and provide an opportunity to learn more about this fascinating period in American history and its continued importance today.

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