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And when it comes to new and exciting vacation adventures, Kansas is the place you want to be. History buffs can explore the state's legendary cowboy towns or visit Kansas' countless museums, which celebrate the state's pioneer, aviation, farming and Native American legacies. Outdoor enthusiasts will be happy to know that Kansas is still home on the range to the American bison, which can be viewed up close at two of the state's wildlife refuges and along the highways in Western Kansas and the Flint Hills. And for nature lovers, Kansas is home to the largest remaining stand of tallgrass prairie in North America, providing a glimpse of what the continent looked like 200 years ago.
Art seems to come naturally in the Sunflower State, where golden wheat fields and colorful Flint Hills sunsets provide the creative inspiration. Browse an array of arts and crafts as you travel through Kansas and you might find yourself chatting with the artists. At colleges across Kansas, emerging artists are learning their craft. In art studios, they are fine-tuning this craft and making a living doing it. Their pieces are not only on display in museums and galleries for pure visual enjoyment, but are also available for purchase. Art is not limited to the larger metropolitan areas in Kansas. Artist and galleries in communities of all sizes share their art through events that include art walks and tours. From the Art Center on Main Street in Garden City, to the Chanute Art Gallery, the Courtyard Gallery in Lindsborg, and the Main Artery in Ulysses, all include opportunities to view fine art. For a truly unique experience, take a trip to the 5.4.7 Art Center in Greensburg.
When it comes to family fun, it should come as no surprise to learn that Kansas, a state steeped in family tradition, is a great place to adventure with your loved ones. Take a trip into outer space, back in time, and across the plains of Africa -- all without leaving our borders. If it's fun you're after, you've come to the right place...
Cattle trails, ranch rodeos, threshing bees and harvest festivals provide many events that highlight Kansas agrarian roots. Take a trip home to the family farm, reminisce about the family farm or learn a lesson in how the food found on your plate all started on a farm. Enjoy the fresh produce or take in the sites of a Kansas harvest time or all year-round at one the farm experiences across the state.
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