Barton County, Administrative county in central Kansas, United States.
Barton County spans across 901 square miles of land in the heart of Kansas, featuring agricultural fields and the city of Great Bend.
Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross, inspired the county name when it was established on February 26, 1867 as an organized region.
The Barton Community College Fine Arts Department presents annual ballet performances and holiday concerts, enriching the local entertainment calendar throughout the year.
Residents access county services through an online portal that facilitates tax payments, property inquiries, and current election information for the community.
The geographic center point of Kansas lies within Barton County, marking its position at the exact middle of the state.
Location: Kansas
Inception: February 26, 1867
Capital city: Great Bend
Website: http://BartonCounty.org
Shares border with: Russell County, Ellsworth County, Rice County, Stafford County, Pawnee County, Rush County
Website: http://BartonCounty.org
GPS coordinates: 38.46670,-98.76670
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:05
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