Men in 19th century U.S. Army uniforms fire a reproduction period cannon. — Volunteers demonstrating the use of a mountain howitzer during one of Fort Larned's living history weekends. NPS Photo

Fort Larned National Historic Site

National Historic Site · Kansas · National Park Service

Discover a complete and authentic army post from the 1860s -1870s! This well-preserved fort on the Santa Fe Trail shares a tumultuous history of the Indian Wars era. The sandstone constructed buildings sheltered troops who were known as the Guardians of the Santa Fe Trail.

Plan your visit

Know before you go

Phone: 620-285-6911
Official site: www.nps.gov
Managed by: National Park Service

Getting there

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Things to do

Highlights: Architecture and Building · African American Heritage · Commerce · Trade · Forts · Hispanic American Heritage · Latino American Heritage · Military · Infantry and Militia · Indigenous and Native Warrior · Native American Heritage · Transportation · Roads, Routes and Highways · Wars and Conflicts · Indian and Frontier Wars · Grasslands · Prairies

Activities & features: Food · Picnicking · Guided Tours · Self-Guided Tours - Walking · Living History · Historic Weapons Demonstration · Junior Ranger Program · Park Film · Museum Exhibits · Shopping · Bookstore and Park Store