KS 01-2024 Liberal Kansas The Home of OZ Dorothy's house is here just off Yellow Brick Road…read more There is a nice museum there also along with some interactive sites for kids and a playground and don't forget the gift shop It was very easy to locate with our GPS off Rt 54. #bucketlisttriplisatony2024

"We're off to see the Wizard, the wonderful wizard of Oz!" What better way to see Kansas for the…read morefirst time than to go and see Dorothy! Although it was a quick stop, it was fun skipping on the yellow brick road! If you're lucky, Dorothy can be your tour guide as you explore The Wizard of Oz themed setup. There are other small self guided exhibits as well such as a Victorian room, Old Medical Tools room, and a Native American room. Their gift shop had a lot of cute items and Nancy at the register was absolutely sweet ! She was very welcoming, informative, and was lovely to talk to. We enjoyed all the photo ops they had and would be back again!

We did not have high expectations since we knew what we were going to see. We did need to get out…read moreof the car after traveling for awhile to stretch our legs. It was dusty in the museum but it was nice to see the old relics displayed. The underground walk way was rebuilt in the 40's so we were told. And yes there is no proof of the Daltons actually being there but it was up to your imagination to think about it. There were many posters to read about the gang which took much of our time since the rest is easy and quick to see. The house is super small inside as you notice from the outside but nice to see the dated furniture. I looked at the $5 admission fee per person as a donation for the historic society. And the best part they had those candy cigarettes that I remembered when I was a kid. Best thing ever.

When your in Meade, you can't miss the street because there are signs everywhere to let you know…read more We don't not go in, just stopped by for a couple of pics. The main question is, did they hide out here? Even the owners aren't positive. Our decision was based on other reviews and since we don't have young pokes, we decided not to. I'll always wonder if we made right decision .

Very nice old woman running it- tiny place, but awesome with a lot of photographs, maps, books and…read moreclothes. Very cute! 100 percent would go again!

What a fantastic museum. So many historical artifacts there. Its like stepping back in time. WELL…read moreworth a visit.

Meuller-Schmidt home of stone. Stone cause its all rock…read more Strong house. Basically bulletproof but $$$$$ to build in 1860. Its a wonderful place to visit for historians to glimpse how three generations lived in 1860 to 1960. The owners were some dude (1st gen) and purchased by german immigrants in 1879. The 2nd gen mueller schmidts had two kids and the kids went kid-less then donated to some historical society no one cares about in 1960 or so. Anyhoo. Its a nice. One of the best homes now in present day dodge nonetheless in 1860:D

It was so complete and well done. The information was amazing. We will venture here again.read more

We enjoyed the overall show and dinner the museum has great exhibits. Don't pass this place up .read more

We were here today and it's a neat little place to walk around. You can't enter any of the…read morebuildings, but there are markers explaining the area. You will spend about thirty minutes total and I highly recommend it.

Must see for history buffs. You know why, the general population will think you crazy…read more.. The firt itself is gone. I was hoping to see a wooden structure with all its glory and warscars... But no wood was used so the fort was trenches and mudhuts... This town/village houses 160 people and some government military institutions as the name changed to the Kansas Soldierss' Home back in 1890!!! The fort was built in 1865 to protect pioneers traversing the santa fe trail heading to the southwest (new mexico territories). All skirmishes westward would besed in fort dodge since 900 miles north or south would get you close to canada and mejico. Plus this is 1300 miles from disneyland! Basically the "Plain" Indian campaigns were based from here. Needless to say it took five or so years to handle the Comanche and Kiowa tribes (im not trivializing genocide). The fort left all indian skirmishes to small raids rather than battles. General Custer was based here and his home is a museum now. Although the fort had a short life span, this spot was super important with manifest destiny post civil war. And yes, western kansas was confederate but so far out, western kansas had little influence for the civil war. Forts started popping up in surrounding areas, thanks to railroad expansion thus leading to firt dodge's limited lifespan. Fyi. Everything closed on sunday. I missed the museum :/

This is a true gem for a small town. The collection the Stauth Family left from their travels is…read morevery interesting. This museum is an example of what can happen when a successful citizen is generous to a community. The day we were there, they were displaying the Western Kansas middle and high school art show/contest. There must have been a100+ pieces of art on display, and hopefully some will continue to hone their talent. The exhibits change several times a year, with some being permanent. You might be Surprised to find a traveling exhibit as well. Quit a place amidst grain silos and big windmills.

The concept is amazing, but my daughter is a real conceptual model/artist who's family is from…read moreMontezuma. The museum needs to feature artists from all genres and who have a family history in Montezuma. I find the collection on point, but the management is backwoods and amateur.

Not sure if I did this already! Thought I had did one of a Liberal (SEWARD COUNTY) Visitor Center!…read more Anyway, the lady was named Joanne or Joanna! She helped me call the number to Pancake House Museum, seems has be by appointment only! In the meantime, in this center, there is a small train museum! Pullman named for conductor George Pullman! There used to be a train station here in Liberal, think says not operational since 1919? Have to look at my travel diary, I have all written down, but yes of course! There pictures of all kind trains! Even purchased some post cards, she gave me free one, so six for price of five! Hey everyone wants visiting Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse! No one ever thinking visit Dorothy and Toto! That what got me here to Liberal Kansas that year! May be small town, but I say Child Friendly, some year will like come again! Follow the Yellow Brick Road to child friendly Liberal, Kansas! All over at least in Down Town areas, there signs with the picture of Dorothy and Toto, even directions to get to different streets, all have picture of Dorothy and Toto on them!