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3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Humboldt, Kansas

Updated January 2, 2024

Unusual Attractions in Humboldt

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Humboldt, Kansas

Sad Saga of Vegetarian Creek

This historical marker is all that remains of Octagon City, Kansas, a failed vegetarian utopia.

A plaque marks Walter Johnson’s birth site.

Humboldt, Kansas

Walter Johnson Birthplace Memorial

Before he was the "Big Train," baseball's greatest pitcher was the original "Humboldt Thunderbolt."

A marble plaque depicting farmer Abel Secrest being shot during the burning of Humboldt.

Humboldt, Kansas

Humboldt Raid Civil War Monuments

Twelve unique carved plaques across Humboldt tell a story of the ingenuity and bravery of ordinary citizens during the city's burning.

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Iola Downtown Square

It's hip to be square in Iola, home of the largest town square in the United States.

7 miles from Humboldt

Chanute, Kansas

Martin and Osa Johnson Safari Museum

This museum houses artifacts from American adventurers and filmmakers Martin and Osa Johnson.

8 miles from Humboldt

Chanute, Kansas

Center of Google Earth Mural

A Google software engineer's Easter egg led to what may be the world's most unusual saved screenshot.

8 miles from Humboldt

Chanute, Kansas

Chanute-Wright Brothers Memorial

This unusual sculpture honors the city's namesake, Octave Chanute, for his pioneering work in early aviation.

8 miles from Humboldt

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Walter Johnson Birthplace Memorial

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