Sumner County, County seat in south-central Kansas, United States
Sumner County spans across 1,185 square miles of land, featuring rolling plains, farmland, and eight square miles of water resources.
The county was established on December 20, 1870, carved from Marion and Butler counties and named after Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner.
Local events throughout Sumner County showcase agricultural traditions, with farmers markets and craft fairs displaying regional produce and artisanal products.
The county seat of Wellington connects to major transportation routes through highways 81 and 160, facilitating travel across south-central Kansas.
The county borders Oklahoma and maintains eleven incorporated cities, including Argonia, which elected the first female mayor in the United States.
Location: Kansas
Inception: 1873
Capital city: Wellington
Shares border with: Sedgwick County, Grant County, Butler County, Cowley County, Kay County, Kingman County, Harper County
Website: http://co.Sumner.KS.us
GPS coordinates: 37.23330,-97.48330
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:44
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