Seward County

Seward County is an administrative division in southwestern Kansas that centers on the city of Liberal. The area combines urban and rural communities that work together under the county government.

The county was established in 1873 and named after William Seward, who served as Secretary of State under Lincoln and Johnson. This founding marked the start of organized settlement in this part of the state.

Liberal serves as the social hub where residents gather for community events and local meetings. This shared gathering place forms the backbone of how people stay connected to their neighbors and local affairs.

To understand the area, visit Liberal and reach out to local officials to learn about current community matters. Meeting times for public gatherings are easy to find and offer a window into what people care about locally.

Throughout the area lie several abandoned settlements like Arkalon where early pioneers once lived. These empty towns tell the story of how the population shifted over time as people moved elsewhere.

Location: Kansas

Inception: March 20, 1873

Capital city: Liberal

Shares border with: Haskell County, Meade County, Beaver County, Texas County, Stevens County

Website: http://SewardCountyKS.org

GPS coordinates: 37.20000,-100.83300

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40