Ottawa County, Administrative county in Kansas, United States.
Description
Ottawa County is an administrative division spanning north-central Kansas with the Solomon River running through its northern portion. Minneapolis functions as the county seat, serving as the main community center for the region.
History
Established in 1860, the county takes its name from the Odawa Native American people who lived in the region before European settlement. This naming honors the original inhabitants and remains part of the area's identity.
Culture
Minneapolis serves as the community hub where residents gather for local events and civic life. The downtown area reflects the character of a rural county seat, shaped by the people who live and work there.
Practical
The Kansas Department of Wildlife manages Ottawa State Fishing Lake east of Minneapolis, offering recreation options for visitors. The lake provides a natural setting for outdoor activities in the county's landscape.
Did you know?
The county maintained alcohol restrictions for nearly 150 years before residents voted in 2006 to permit sales under specific regulations. This shift reflects how rural communities gradually adapt their traditions over time.
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Rolling Hills Zoo
32.3 km
Whiteford Archeological Site
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Sacred Heart Cathedral
32.9 km
Christ Cathedral
33.1 km
Masonic Temple
33.6 km
Salina Stadium
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Stiefel Theatre for the Performing Arts
33.2 km
Pott's Ford Bridge
29.1 km
Lander Park Carousel
46.7 km
Kenwood Cove Water Park
33.9 km
St. John's Episcopal Church
45.8 km
Glasco Downtown Historic District
29.4 km
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church
45.7 km
Dickinson County Courthouse
46.1 km
Abilene Downtown Historic District
45.9 km
Lincoln County Courthouse
42.6 km
John W. Birchmore House
45.3 km
Cummins Block Building
42.7 km
The Museum at Rolling Hills Zoo
32.5 km
Jumpin' Joe's Family Fun Center
36.3 km
Heritage Center
46.7 km
Salt Creek Bridge
34 km
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