Laws & Policies

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Superintendent's Compendium
Fort Scott National Historic Site Superintendent's Compendium is the summary of park specific rules implemented under the discretionary authority of the park Superintendent. It serves as public notice with an opportunity for public comment, identifies areas closed for public use, provides a list of activities requiring either a special use permit or reservation, and elaborates on those public use and resource protection regulations that pertain to the specific administration of the park.
 
Map of the three First Amendment areas
Map of the three First Amendment areas
1st Amendment Map - Map showing where First Amendment activities can take place at Fort Scott NHS.
 

Firearms in National Parks

As of February 22, 2010, a federal law allows people who can legally possess firearms under applicable federal, state, and local laws, to legally possess firearms in this park.

It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws before entering this park. As a starting point, please review information found on Kansas State websites

Concealed Carry-KS Attorney General

Kansas Legislative Statutes

Federal law also prohibits firearms in certain facilities in this park; those places are marked with signs at all public entrances.

Last updated: May 14, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

PO Box 918
Fort Scott, KS 66701

Phone:

620 223-0310

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