Fort Scott National Historic Site

Discover stories about westward expansion and the American frontier era.

The Fort Scott National Historic Site is located downtown in Fort Scott, Kansas, and it is about 90 miles south of Kansas City, Missouri. The Fort covers about five acres of land and features tall prairie grass and hiking trails. It is open daily, and visitors are welcome to tour the fort buildings and grounds from a half-hour before sunrise to a half-hour after sunset (except during inclement weather). The visitor center is open from 8 am to 5 pm from April to October. Visitors are encouraged to enter the visitor center for a quick orientation and site brochures. A short film is shown in the theater and explains the history of the fort.

This site is home to 20 historic buildings, including 11 original ones. All artifacts, furnishings, and clothing come from the 1840s era. Guests can also discover what this historic town went through during the American Civil War. Expect to learn about several fort members' lives, including military soldiers, laundry workers, surgeons, medical staff, and others who worked at the fort. You can also view army barracks, officer quarters, tall prairie lands, and hiking trails. Check out this historic military fort while touring through the midwestern United States.