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    News

    Find out about the latest news and events at Fort Larned.

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    Photos & Multimedia

    Browse photos of events, volunteers and more. Watch videos of events at the fort and explore the buildings with the virtual tour.

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    History & Culture

    Learn about the people and events that made Fort Larned an important part of Santa Fe Trail and Indian Wars history.

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    Nature

    The prairie landscape was just as much a part of the fort's history as the people and events.

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    Learn and have fun!
    Education Programs

    Our education programs are both educational and fun. Check out the available options on our education page.

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    Kids & Youth

    Download our Junior Ranger booklet, check out the online Web Ranger program, or learn about the Scout Ranger Program.

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    Management

    Learn about park management.

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    Bookstore

    Our park cooperating association, Western National Parks Association, promotes preservation of Fort Larned through an educational bookstore.

Last updated: August 20, 2020

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1767 KS Hwy 156
Larned, KS 67550

Phone:

620-285-6911
This phone is answered during regular business hours. After hours calls will be answered the next day. Please select a mailbox or leave a message on the main extension when the fort is closed.

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