Smith County, County in Kansas, United States
Description
Smith County is an administrative division in Kansas covering roughly 2,300 square kilometers, with the Solomon River running through its southern section. The county seat of Smith Center serves as the administrative hub for the area.
History
The county was established in 1872 and named in honor of Major J. Nelson Smith, who died during the Battle of Westport in 1864. This naming connects the region to a significant moment in American history.
Culture
The song 'Home on the Range' was created here in 1873 and later became Kansas's official state song, giving this place a special role in American music. This connection to the famous melody makes it meaningful for visitors interested in folk music history.
Practical
The area is accessible via U.S. Highways 36 and 281, which connect Smith Center to neighboring regions and make navigation straightforward for visitors. These routes make it easy to explore different parts of the county.
Did you know?
The geographic center point of the contiguous United States is located within this county near the small town of Lebanon. This landmark is notable for travelers interested in America's central location.
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Geographic center of the contiguous United States
14.6 km
Willa Cather House
34.4 km
Home on the Range Cabin
18 km
William Ducker House
34.6 km
Franklin Bridge
32 km
First Congregational Church, U.C.C.
43.2 km
Burr Oak United Methodist Church
38.4 km
First National Bank Building
6.9 km
Old Cawker City Library
45 km
Downs Carnegie Library
41 km
Franklin County Courthouse
34.2 km
Farmer's and Merchant's Bank Building
34.6 km
Auld Public Library
34.7 km
Webster County Courthouse
34.7 km
Matthew R. Bentley House
35 km
Miner House
34.3 km
Red Cloud United States Post Office
34.6 km
Warner-Cather House
34.6 km
Hoff School District No. 42
31.6 km
Kirwin City Hall
36.5 km
Pottawatomie County Fair Pavilion
49.2 km
Osborne Public Carnegie Library
44.2 km
Dr. Gilbert McKeeby House
34.5 km
Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge
42.8 km
Cather Childhood Home
34.4 km
Farmer's Bridge
26.3 km
Red Cloud Bridge
32.3 km
O.W. Francis House
38.3 km
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