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National Register of Historic Places listings in Finney County, Kansas facts for kids

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This page is all about special places in Finney County, Kansas, that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Think of it like a very important list of buildings, areas, or objects that are super old and have a lot of history. These places are important because they tell us about the past of Kansas and the United States.

When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized for its historical, architectural, or archaeological importance. It helps make sure these cool spots are protected and remembered for future generations, like you! In Finney County, there are 10 different places that have made it onto this special list. You can even see where some of them are on a map if their exact location is shared.


Finney County's Historic Treasures

This section lists the amazing places in Finney County that are officially recognized for their history. Each one has a unique story to tell about the past.

Name on the Register Image Date listed Location City or town Description
1 900 Block North Seventh Street Historic District
900 Block North Seventh Street Historic District
September 18, 1998
(#98001175)
901, 905, 907, 909, 911 N. 7th St.
37°58′23″N 100°52′16″W / 37.973134°N 100.870988°W / 37.973134; -100.870988 (900 Block North Seventh Street Historic District)
Garden City
2 Buffalo Hotel
Buffalo Hotel
January 31, 2008
(#07001480)
111-117 Grant Ave.
37°58′03″N 100°52′28″W / 37.967546°N 100.874341°W / 37.967546; -100.874341 (Buffalo Hotel)
Garden City
3 Bungalow Historic District
Bungalow Historic District
February 18, 2000
(#00000110)
1001, 1005, 1007, 1009, and 1011 N. 4th St.
37°58′24″N 100°52′00″W / 37.973333°N 100.866667°W / 37.973333; -100.866667 (Bungalow Historic District)
Garden City
4 Cedar Cliff
Cedar Cliff
May 23, 1997
(#97000464)
501 N. 9th St.
37°58′10″N 100°52′36″W / 37.969542°N 100.876717°W / 37.969542; -100.876717 (Cedar Cliff)
Garden City
5 Finney County Point of Rocks
Finney County Point of Rocks
July 17, 2013
(#13000487)
Mansfield Rd.
37°54′03″N 100°43′33″W / 37.900799°N 100.725889°W / 37.900799; -100.725889 (Finney County Point of Rocks)
Pierceville This site is part of the Santa Fe Trail, a historic route.
6 Hope House
Hope House
March 3, 2000
(#00000157)
1112 Gillespie Place
37°58′13″N 100°51′36″W / 37.97016°N 100.859874°W / 37.97016; -100.859874 (Hope House)
Garden City
7 Little Finnup House
Little Finnup House
March 9, 2000
(#00000155)
401 N. 9th St.
37°58′07″N 100°52′36″W / 37.968514°N 100.876626°W / 37.968514; -100.876626 (Little Finnup House)
Garden City
8 Sabine Hall
Sabine Hall
February 16, 1996
(#96000075)
201 Buffalo Jones Ave.
37°58′22″N 100°52′32″W / 37.972671°N 100.875645°W / 37.972671; -100.875645 (Sabine Hall)
Garden City
9 Sen. William H. Thompson House
Sen. William H. Thompson House
February 16, 1996
(#96000037)
902 N. 6th St.
37°58′21″N 100°52′09″W / 37.972462°N 100.869177°W / 37.972462; -100.869177 (Sen. William H. Thompson House)
Garden City This was the home of Senator William H. Thompson.
10 Windsor Hotel
Windsor Hotel
April 26, 1972
(#72000498)
421 N. Main St.
37°58′06″N 100°52′26″W / 37.9684°N 100.873859°W / 37.9684; -100.873859 (Windsor Hotel)
Garden City
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