"my home town" Top 5 Page for this destination Fort Scott by cyberchaos

Fort Scott Travel Guide: 50 reviews and 149 photos

yep, this is my hometown. has been for 52 years. our town consist of a fort that was built in 1842. we get alot of tourist here each year. in the first weekend in june we have 'good ole days'. quite an event. our small town sees over 30,00 visiters here that weekend. main street is lined with venders from all over, bands,civil war reinactments and all the fun you could imagine. so come and stop in.

the house

as you can see that we get alot of snow here in fort scott. but makes for a nice christmas

fort scott fire 'historical main street'

miller block circa 1862

by now most everyone has been alerted about the devistating fire that ripped through downtown fort scott,kansas. this is my home town s i said. it is very sad such an event had to happen to the historical buildings. but we are a city of pride and we won't let this terrible fire stop us from rebuilding. to many of us have deep seeded roots here. i have some photos i would like to share with all of you. along with the downtown memories i have.

Pros and Cons

Pros:friendliest people
Cons:???????
In a nutshell:just stop in..and enjoy

Intro Updated Mar 18, 2005
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the fort circa 1842 Things to Do (1)

this historical monument is a must to visit. built in 1842 and have housed some pretty important people to the civil... more travel advice

trolly rides and mansions and ghosts..oh... Favorites (1)

dolly the trolly rides are given everyday. the tour starts from the c.o.c. in front of the fort and takes you all around... more travel advice

antiques...antiques and more Shopping (1)

the shop is located downtown on main st. come on in and browse around. grandma will make you feel welcome and at home.... more travel advice

music,dance and drink Nightlife (1)

come on in and meet the people in this friendly bar. trust me you will always feel welcome. the owner 'harrylee meek' is... more travel advice

Restaurants (1)
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jayhawk2000 Feb 3, 2005 at 4:58 AM

how lucky to have Ft Scott for your hometown!
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genispp Feb 9, 2004 at 3:33 PM

Beautiful page. I like your photos
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GrantBoone Feb 6, 2004 at 2:30 PM

Hi from England Patricia! , You live in a nice place !
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awayhome Jan 19, 2004 at 8:55 PM

Great page!!! more pics please=)))