Places in Great Bend, Kansas
Barton County Courthouse Grounds
The double-block courthouse square includes a memorial band shell, the Kansas Quilt Walk, a...Barton County Historical Museum
The museum complex includes a schoolhouse, depot, post office, Waupun windmill, 1873 stone...Barton County Poor Farm Home
From K-96, 1¾ miles west on W. 10th (becomes W. Barton County). Few poor farm buildings have...Broadway Historic Homes
Enjoy the drive along Broadway, from Morton (three blocks west of Main) to Harrison. You’ll...Fort Zarah Historical Marker
The Fort Zarah historical marker stands in a roadside park about 1 mile east of Great Bend on...Fuller Brush Factory Outlet
From K-96, 2¾ miles west on 10th (W. Barton County), 1/4 mile south on Airport (SW 40), and...Great Bend Hike and Bike Trail
Enjoy a seven-mile, one-way hike or bike ride along the Arkansas River levee and the flood...Great Bend Lustron Homes
You gotta love the Lustron! And Great Bend has been designated the Lustron Home Capital of...Great Bend Name
The town was founded at a great bend in the Arkansas River. Thus, its name!Great Bend Outdoor Murals
A dozen colorful murals of various depictions adorn the streets of Great Bend. You'll see El...Great Bend Sports Complex
From 10th, ¾ mile south on McKinley. The B&B Metal Arts design at the entrance of the Great...Great Bend Visitor Center
Look for the awning and a big sign welcoming you to Great Bend. At the visitor center you can...Great Bend Zoo
A pleasant stroll beneath the huge cotton-woods takes you by animals from all seven...Heart of Kansas Mercantile and Miss Pretty Pickles
Shoppers looking for all things Kansas will find them in this warm and inviting store filled...Jack Kilby Plaza
The magnificent larger-than-life statue of Jack Kilby was sculpted by local artist Chet Cale....Oscar Micheaux (1884-1951)
Raised in Great Bend, Micheaux became the first black person to produce a full-length motion...Santa Fe Trail Park
The park is a beautiful spot with landscaped gardens and a pond. A DAR Santa Fe Trail marker...Shafer Art Gallery
From 24th, 2 miles north on U.S. 281, then 1¾ miles east on NE 30 Rd. Each of the 28 Gus...Wetlands Waterpark
Get wet and wild at Wetlands Waterpark, an aquatic park providing terrific fun in the water!Lodging
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