Barton County, Administrative county in central Kansas, United States.
Barton County is an administrative division in central Kansas that encompasses agricultural land and the city of Great Bend. The landscape consists mainly of farmland with gently rolling terrain typical of the state's heartland.
The county was established on February 26, 1867, and named after Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross. Agricultural settlement and ranching developed as the primary economic activities in the decades that followed.
The Barton Community College hosts annual ballet performances and holiday concerts that shape local cultural life throughout the year.
Visitors can reach the county courthouse in Great Bend for local information and services. The area is accessible by well-maintained highways that connect to major routes.
The geographic center of Kansas is located within the county, marking the exact middle point of the state. This geographic distinction makes it a notable reference point.
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