Join Riley County Historical Museum Director, Katharine Hensler and Curator of Education and Design, Melanie Highsmith for a comprehensive walking tour of City Park in historic, downtown Manhattan. The park has roots almost as old at the founding of the city. From its conception in 1857 to the many changes and growth it has sustained in its almost 170-year history, City Park has been a centerpiece of community heritage. From the Pioneer Log Cabin (Riley County’s first museum) to the old brick works, the goldfish pond, the historic monuments, the rose garden, and Johnny Kaw himself, participants will learn much of the community’s history that has centered around this 45-acre park.

Please note that this is a walking tour and will last approximately 1.5 hours. The ground covered should be suitable for mobility aids such as walkers and motorized scooters. Because the tour will be held outdoors, the program will be weather dependent. Please dress accordingly. Should inclement weather arise, organizers will attempt to reschedule.

*If you have your own transportation to City Park, please let us know when you enroll or if you will need to ride the Meadowlark Bus.