Montgomery County, Administrative county in southeastern Kansas, United States.
Description
Montgomery County is an administrative county in southeastern Kansas that spans across portions of land in this region. Independence serves as its county seat, while Coffeyville functions as the largest urban center within its boundaries.
History
The county was established on February 26, 1867, and named after General Richard Montgomery, a military commander during the American Revolutionary War. Its creation followed the westward expansion and the establishment of administrative boundaries across Kansas.
Culture
The county contains twelve distinct townships, reflecting the regional organization of communities that maintain their individual identities while operating under county administration.
Practical
County offices are located in Independence on East Myrtle Street and handle services such as deed registration and tax matters. Visitors can access these offices during regular business hours for administrative needs.
Did you know?
The territory contains Kansas's lowest elevation point, located where the Verdigris River crosses into Oklahoma. This geographic feature attracts those interested in natural landmarks and topography.
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Big Hill Lake
26.2 km
Elk City State Park
7 kmElk City Lake
8.8 km
Norman No. 1 Oil Well
24.5 km
Independence Public Library
3.6 km
Booth Theater
3.7 km
Onion Creek Bridge (Coffeyville, Kansas)
20.6 km
Booth Hotel
3.4 km
Gold Dust Hotel
38.1 kmCherryvale Carnegie Free Library
18 km
Brown Hotel
24.7 km
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
21.3 km
Niotaze Methodist Episcopal Church
28.9 km
Coffeyville Carnegie Public Library Building
20.7 km
Little House On The Prairie Museum
12.4 kmDr. A. C. Flack House
38.1 kmFirst State Bank Building
36.8 kmCard Creek Public Use Area
12 km
Dewlen-Spohnhauer Bridge
5.5 km
Independence Historical Museum & Art Center
3.5 kmMontgomery County State Lake
5.4 km
Independence Downtown Historic District
3.7 kmIndependence Golf Club
6.5 kmHillcrest Golf Course
17.3 kmCoffeyville Country Club
16.7 kmATSF Cheryvale Depot
17.9 kmRepublic F-86 "Thunderstreak"
17.2 kmWashington Cove
37.2 km
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