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Fort Larned National Historic Site

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Fort Larned was established in 1859 as a base of military operations against hostile Indians of the Central Plains, to protect traffic along the Santa Fe Trail and as an agency for the administration of the Central Plains Indians by the Bureau of Indian Affairs under the terms of the Fort Wise Treaty of 1861. With nine restored buildings, it survives as one of the best examples of Indian Wars period forts. Most of the buildings including: barracks, commissary, officers quarters and more, are furnished to their original appearance. Fort Larned National Historic Site takes visitors back to this turbulent era in our nation's history.



Contact Information

Fort Larned NHS
Route 3
Larned, KS 67550-9321
620-285-6911 - Visitor Information
620-285-6911 - Headquarters


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Getting There

By Plane
There is an airport outside of the town of Great Bend approximately 27 miles east of the park.

By Car
From Interstate 70, travel 30 miles west of Salina, the fort is 83 miles southwest, after taking exit 225. The park is also accessible by KS 156 and various other state roads.

Getting Around
The visitor center is handicapped accessible. Accessibility to the other historic buildings varies. There is a videotape of the fort available in the visitor center for those people who cannot make the walk.

Weather

The climate of the area is classified as typical interior continental type with cold winters, warm summers and a short spring and fall. Dress for the season.


Activities

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  • Fishing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Bird Watching
  • Nature Walks

Recommended Activities
When available, living historians staff the infantry barracks, post blacksmith shop, hospital, blockhouse, commissary and officers quarters. During the summer season, there are demonstrations providing a more detailed look at life in the 1860s. Other special activities are scheduled from April to December.


 
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