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Cottonwood Ranch State Historic Site

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STATE HISTORIC SITE

Cottonwood Ranch State Historic Site

Studley, KS | Sheridan County

John Fenton Pratt came to this area in the late 1800s and established a sheep ranch similar to those in his native England. Visitors will first notice the unusual architectural style and coloring of the one-story stone home. The stone blocks are different colors—shades of pink, pale yellow, and gray with an overall golden tone—because they come from various rock formations. The piece that catches everyone's eye is the stone oval surrounding a stained-glass window. When the site is open, Don Rowlison will take you on a tour of this English homestead. Otherwise, storyboards help you tour the ranch.  (NRHP)

Hours of Operation

Thursday Friday Saturday
9:00 AM
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5:00 PM

Closed 12-1:00 pm
9:00 AM
to
5:00 PM

Closed 12-1:00 pm
9:00 AM
to
5:00 PM

Closed 12-1:00 pm
Open mid-April to mid-October
Architecture    Attractions    English    History    NRHP    State Historic Site
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