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Olympic Medalists Glen Cunningham and Thane Baker

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Glenn ran on the 1932 and 1936 U.S. Olympic teams winning a silver medal in 1936 in the 1500 meters. In 1938 he set an indoor mile world record with a time of 4.04.4 and was given credit for making the mile the glamour event in indoor track and was selected as the outstanding track performer in the 100 year history of Madison Square Garden.

Thane Baker, in 1952, captured the silver medal in the 200 meters during the Olympic held in Helsinki, Finland. In 1956, in Melbourne, Australia, he won the gold medal as captain and member of the 400 meter relay team; a silver medal in the 100 meters, and the bronze medal in the 200 meters.

The epitome of “True Winners”, both on the track and in their everyday life, they are an inspiration to all.

The two large displays and oil painting by local artist, Julie Caffee, is a fitting tribute to their endeavors. Located at the Morton County Historical Society Museum.

Morton County Historical Society Museum

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A visit to the Morton County Historical Museum is an exploration in history.

As you enter the museum, you will note the beautiful paintings around the room, depicting the history of Morton County. All are painted by local artists, reflecting pride in sturdy pioneer ancestors.

Walking through the museum, your imagination will allow you to relive Coronado\’s quest as he crosses the prairie; to experience the Indian\’s life as he follows the herds of buffalo. The Santa Fe Trail becomes a reality in your mind, and you can plainly visualize the freight wagons lead by William Becknell, as they hurry towards Middle Springs, just below Point of Rocks, for the only available water after leaving Wagon Bed Springs on the Cimarron Cut-Off.

You relive these events in history as you tour the various rooms of the pioneer home, the early businesses; look at the covered wagon hooked up to life-size horses; go down into the half dugout that is renewed memories for many visitors; and walk into the 14\’ teepee with Indian artifacts of the \”Native Americans\”. Antique tractors, cars, toys … there is something for everyone.

The Museum was established in 1987, and though the people of Morton County are the true history makers, staff and volunteers are extremely proud of their accomplishments to preserve and conserve the past.rn

The museum is a tribute to those who live … and a memorial to those who have passed on.

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The Jones & Plummer Trail

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The first trail through the area was made by the Jones & Plummer Cattle Co., bringing their cattle from the Texas Panhandle on the Canadian River to Dodge City. As soon as Dodge City could handle freight, this company took teams of oxen and Conestoga wagons and broke a trail through where Beaver, Oklahoma is now, north to the Cimarron River, across Crooked Creek and keeping to the high land to the east, came up the east edge of Meade before turning north, west on Fowler and on to Dodge.

The trail can be seen north of 54 Highway to the west side of the CMS tower and also south of the Hoodoo Brown road ranch and can be seen from the air almost all the way to the Oklahoma line.

The Lone Tree Massacre

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Preparing Southwest Kansas for settlement often ended in tragedy for both Indian and white man.

On August 24, 1874, a government survey party of six, marking the township lines of Odee Township was ambushed by Cheyenne. Twenty-four Cheyenne from Fort Reno, Oklahoma led by Chief Medicine Water killed the six members of the surveying team. The slain men were temporarily buried near their camp by a lone cottonwood tree on Crooked Creek. This old tree stood for 64 years as a memorial to the surveyors.

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Meade County Historical Museum

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The Meade County Historical Museum offers a glimpse into the lives of early Meade County settlers with stories and memorabilia from the frontier days. The museum boardwalk includes replicas of scenes from the past such as a sod house, general store and blacksmith shop. The museum also hosts an extensive collection of railroad memorabilia and artifacts from a local archeological dig.

The museum\’s outdoor display, which is 1 block east and 1/2 block south of the museum, includes the Sunnydale one room school house, a windmill and early farm equipment.

The Eva Dalton Whipple Home

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Eva Dalton Whipple was the only sister to the infamous Dalton brothers. She married John Whipple, October 25, 1887, in Meade. He built a home for his bride in the south part of town, situated on a hill, facing a creek. One of the infamous brothers attended the wedding and other gang members soon became a regular fixture in the community.

Not many years after the wedding thefts started occurring in the nearby communities. Many of the local people believed that Eva played a part in her brothers careers. As a result of those suspicions, Eva and John had to quietly leave town, in 1892.

The house was purchased by the Meade Chamber of Commerce, for restoration and renovation, in 1940. In the original homestead one can see firsthand, artifacts from the 1887 time period.

The 95-foot long tunnel connecting the house and barn provides a sense of adventure that appeals to all ages. At the south end of the tunnel the barn houses a museum in the loft which contains a fascinating collection of western items that have been preserved by the pioneers of Meade and surrounding counties.

The Dalton Gang Hideout & Museum

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A modest house and barn on a cottonwood shaded hill are home to an Old West legend. Notorious for robbing trains and banks, the Dalton Gang created a hideout in Meade and built an escape tunnel from the home of their sister, Eva Whipple, to the barn some 95 feet away where their horses could carry them away undetected by the law. The Whipple house, escape tunnel and barn museum have been preserved and are all open to the public. Viewing the tunnel provides a sense of adventure that appeals to all ages.

Also on the grounds is the Heritage House, a restored circa 1900 Meade County home.

At the south end of the tunnel the barn houses a museum in the loft which contains a fascinating collection of western items that have been preserved by the pioneers of Meade and surrounding counties.

The Dalton Gift Shop, also located in the barn, affords an opportunity to by Hideout souvenirs.

The shady park beyond the barn offers picnic and playground facilities. At the south end of the Hideout park you will find “Old Town” a wild west town facade built for the historical reenactments and gunfight competitions we have each year during Dalton Days Wild West Festival. Kids love to pose for photos behind the bars of the jail or in the old casket propped up on the undertaker’s wall.

Lane County Country Club

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Course Access: Public
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times: YesrnThis course is continually being maintained by the local volunteer members. This facility takes care of the golfing needs for a community of 1,500 people, and green fees are collected via the honor system. Out-of-town visitors are welcome. The ladies tee off from the same set as the men.

The Old Bank Gallery

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What used to be the First National Bank at Dighton is now being restored and currently houses the artwork of a local artist. It is listed on the State Register of Historic Places.

One of the most outstanding pieces of workmanship is the original teller window standing in the middle of the room. While visiting the gallery, the artist will be happy to point out other pieces of furniture that she has collected in restoring the bank’s original character.

Lane County Historical Museum

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As a tribute to those pioneers who endured the hardships and loneliness of the prairie, the Lane County Historical Society was established. In 1976, the Society opened the Historical Museum to help preserve and promote the history of the county.

In addition to the permanent and temporary exhibits, the Museum grounds include a machinery park, a native plants and grasses garden, and a full-scale sod house.

The Museum building houses a fine library containing reference materials on Lane County and Kansas. Copies of the Museum’s privately owned photographs can be obtained through the Museum Gift Shop. A variety of unique handcrafted items, and also books and post cards are available here.

Admission: No Admission Charged
Hours: OPEN ALL YEAR – Tuesday thru Saturday, 1 pm – 5 pm
Sunday, 2pm – 5 pm (from Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Address: 333 N. Main
Phone: 620-397-5652

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