A $40K Kansas Tourism Attraction Development Grant was awarded to the Historic Preservation Corporation on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. On hand to celebrate the occasion with proprietors Shirley and Ken McClintock were (l to r) back row: Jeremy Hilt, Ryan M

Council Grove’s Trail Days Historic Site receives $40,000 state tourism grant

Council Grove’s commitment to preserving and sharing Kansas history received a significant boost Wednesday, March 18, as the Historic Preservation Corporation (HPC) was awarded a $40,000 grant through the Kansas Tourism Attraction Development Grant program.The funding, awarded by the Kansas Department of Commerce and Kansas Tourism, will support ongoing development ...

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