Post Rock Prairie Guidebook
Food scene
Incredible Brewery & Steak Restaurant! Fabulous drinks, great kid menu, weekly specials that are amazing! Open Thursday, Friday & Saturday for dinner. Sunday morning they host an amazing brunch with drinks like the Sylvan Sunrise! The Bees Knees drink is made with local honey!
Fly Boy Brewery & Eats
105 N Main StIncredible Brewery & Steak Restaurant! Fabulous drinks, great kid menu, weekly specials that are amazing! Open Thursday, Friday & Saturday for dinner. Sunday morning they host an amazing brunch with drinks like the Sylvan Sunrise! The Bees Knees drink is made with local honey!
Home of Brant's Homemade Bologna since 1922. Brant's Market is a family-owned business specializing in homemade sausage recipes, fresh meats, cheese, and local products.
I recommend the Brant's Bologna! It's not like the bologna you are used to!
Brant's Market | Lucas
125 South Main StreetHome of Brant's Homemade Bologna since 1922. Brant's Market is a family-owned business specializing in homemade sausage recipes, fresh meats, cheese, and local products.
I recommend the Brant's Bologna! It's not like the bologna you are used to!
I highly recommend the Midland Restaurant & The Barn! The Barn has fabulous BBQ! I love their sampler platter! The Restaurant is located in the historic Midland Hotel & serves tasty steak & so many other delicious meals!
Midland Railroad Hotel & Restaurant
414 26th StI highly recommend the Midland Restaurant & The Barn! The Barn has fabulous BBQ! I love their sampler platter! The Restaurant is located in the historic Midland Hotel & serves tasty steak & so many other delicious meals!
Daisy's Buns is locally made fresh baked artisan bread! The photo is of my favorite, Trifecta! It is made with local ingredients of Fly Boys Beer & Labertew Honey! Toast it & drizzle it with Labertew Honey...absolutely delicious! She also makes the most amazing Focaccia bread! Add a few fresh toppings & grill it for the best flat bread pizza you have ever made! She lives right here in Sylvan Grove. Call her to order while you are visiting. Her number is in our guest book.
Sylvan Grove
Daisy's Buns is locally made fresh baked artisan bread! The photo is of my favorite, Trifecta! It is made with local ingredients of Fly Boys Beer & Labertew Honey! Toast it & drizzle it with Labertew Honey...absolutely delicious! She also makes the most amazing Focaccia bread! Add a few fresh toppings & grill it for the best flat bread pizza you have ever made! She lives right here in Sylvan Grove. Call her to order while you are visiting. Her number is in our guest book.
Sightseeing
Great museum that portrays life in Sylvan Grove the past 100+years! All ages will enjoy visiting. There is a photo of my family when I was 10 years old with a horse & buggy! See if you can find it at the museum! Contact Terry to visit if it is after hours...her number is on the front door. You can also contact me if you would like to visit!
Yesterday House Museum
Great museum that portrays life in Sylvan Grove the past 100+years! All ages will enjoy visiting. There is a photo of my family when I was 10 years old with a horse & buggy! See if you can find it at the museum! Contact Terry to visit if it is after hours...her number is on the front door. You can also contact me if you would like to visit!
Sylvan Grove’s depot was recently listed on the Kansas register of Historical Places. It is owned by the local Historical Society, who recently received a grant to place the building on a permanent foundation. That project has been completed, and work continues to restore the depot located on South Main Street. It is open for tours! Contact Stephanie to arrange a tour! the owner of Emile's Heritage House would like to tell you stories about the train depot!
Sylvan Grove
Sylvan Grove’s depot was recently listed on the Kansas register of Historical Places. It is owned by the local Historical Society, who recently received a grant to place the building on a permanent foundation. That project has been completed, and work continues to restore the depot located on South Main Street. It is open for tours! Contact Stephanie to arrange a tour! the owner of Emile's Heritage House would like to tell you stories about the train depot!
'The Best of 2019' at the limestone double arch bridge on hwy 181 between Sylvan Grove and Hunter. Your host can give you a tour of many other stone arch bridges & buildings
South Fork Spillman Creek Double Arch Bridge
Kansas 181'The Best of 2019' at the limestone double arch bridge on hwy 181 between Sylvan Grove and Hunter. Your host can give you a tour of many other stone arch bridges & buildings
The School building is on the National Register of Historic Places. The two-and-a-half-story building reflects the Prairie School style of architecture and is constructed of native limestone, a common material in this area during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The school is associated with the early German Lutheran immigrants who settled in this area. The 1913 school, designed by Salina architect C.A. Smith, replaced an earlier building at the same location. The parochial school operated every year except one between 1913 and 1981. You will find many photos of the church & confirmation in Emilie's Heritage House. The Frederking family were some of the founding members! Most of the Frederking family attended school here to include the owner!
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
308 North Indiana AvenueThe School building is on the National Register of Historic Places. The two-and-a-half-story building reflects the Prairie School style of architecture and is constructed of native limestone, a common material in this area during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The school is associated with the early German Lutheran immigrants who settled in this area. The 1913 school, designed by Salina architect C.A. Smith, replaced an earlier building at the same location. The parochial school operated every year except one between 1913 and 1981. You will find many photos of the church & confirmation in Emilie's Heritage House. The Frederking family were some of the founding members! Most of the Frederking family attended school here to include the owner!
Lucas Area Community Theater has movies on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Great little home-town theater! It is operated by volunteers! They post movie times on the FB page.
Lucas Area Community Theater
116 South Main StreetLucas Area Community Theater has movies on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Great little home-town theater! It is operated by volunteers! They post movie times on the FB page.
Looking for books, children's activities & community? Visit the Public Library! Ramie would love to visit with you & welcome your children with the Tuesday morning story time & Friday movie afternoons! Check out FB for current hours & activities!
City of Sylvan Grove
118 South Main StreetLooking for books, children's activities & community? Visit the Public Library! Ramie would love to visit with you & welcome your children with the Tuesday morning story time & Friday movie afternoons! Check out FB for current hours & activities!
Shopping
Visit Labertew Apiary & Honey on Main Street! Adorable shop that has their local honey for sale! This is a family business from Stan & Sandy to their grandchildren! Mr. Labertew was the school principal when I attended school here! Check out their FB page!
Sylvan Grove
Visit Labertew Apiary & Honey on Main Street! Adorable shop that has their local honey for sale! This is a family business from Stan & Sandy to their grandchildren! Mr. Labertew was the school principal when I attended school here! Check out their FB page!
Visit this unique shop! You will find great gifts & souvenirs! Everyone working there is very friendly! You can find everything from BBQ sauce to a tractor made from an antique sewing machine! You can also have wine tastings from Smoky Hill Winery! They market the work of Kansas artists, craftsmen, authors and food producers.
it is operated by the Post Rock Opportunities Foundation, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation.
Drive past the lake toward I-70 & look for the giant metal chicken!
Kansas Originals Market
233 Kansas 232Visit this unique shop! You will find great gifts & souvenirs! Everyone working there is very friendly! You can find everything from BBQ sauce to a tractor made from an antique sewing machine! You can also have wine tastings from Smoky Hill Winery! They market the work of Kansas artists, craftsmen, authors and food producers.
it is operated by the Post Rock Opportunities Foundation, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation.
Drive past the lake toward I-70 & look for the giant metal chicken!
Neighborhoods
Sylvan Grove is a small prairie town. Settlement began in 1867 and the town was platted in 1887. Many of the buildings were constructed of limestone and are still in existence and use today. The main industry is farming & ranching. You will see farmland & pastures for miles! The locals are friendly & live a quiet life. Don't be surprised if you see kids riding their bikes around town until the sun goes down or playing at the park. The town whistle still blows at noon & 6pm telling folks it's time to go home for a meal. (It's not a tornado siren!) You might feel like you have stepped back in time a few decades!
Sylvan Grove
Sylvan Grove is a small prairie town. Settlement began in 1867 and the town was platted in 1887. Many of the buildings were constructed of limestone and are still in existence and use today. The main industry is farming & ranching. You will see farmland & pastures for miles! The locals are friendly & live a quiet life. Don't be surprised if you see kids riding their bikes around town until the sun goes down or playing at the park. The town whistle still blows at noon & 6pm telling folks it's time to go home for a meal. (It's not a tornado siren!) You might feel like you have stepped back in time a few decades!
Lucas is on the Scenic Post Rock Byway & home to the Garden of Eden, the Grassroots Arts Center, & the Bowl Plaza! It is west of Sylvan Grove on K-18 highway. Visit Brant's Meat Market while you are there! Tourist note from your host...make sure you use the restroom on Main Street!
Lucas
Lucas is on the Scenic Post Rock Byway & home to the Garden of Eden, the Grassroots Arts Center, & the Bowl Plaza! It is west of Sylvan Grove on K-18 highway. Visit Brant's Meat Market while you are there! Tourist note from your host...make sure you use the restroom on Main Street!
Lincoln is the home of the Lincoln County Courthouse. There are many beautiful limestone buildings and churches in Lincoln & a few interesting museums! If you are here in the summer, you can cool off in the only swimming pool in the area!
Lincoln
Lincoln is the home of the Lincoln County Courthouse. There are many beautiful limestone buildings and churches in Lincoln & a few interesting museums! If you are here in the summer, you can cool off in the only swimming pool in the area!
The community of Wilson promotes itself as the “Czech Capital of Kansas” due to the role of Czech immigrant settlers in the early history of the town. The town holds the After Harvest Czech Festival, which takes place during the last weekend in July every year. The Kansas Pacific Railway built Wilson Station back in 1871. By 1874, Czech immigrants from Bohemia came to Wilson to work on the railroad, establishing the area as a center of Czech culture. Wilson is south of I-70 from Sylvan Grove.
Visit the grocery store & you will feel that small town charm! Go to Grandma's Soda Shop for an old-fashioned ice cream soda!
Wilson
The community of Wilson promotes itself as the “Czech Capital of Kansas” due to the role of Czech immigrant settlers in the early history of the town. The town holds the After Harvest Czech Festival, which takes place during the last weekend in July every year. The Kansas Pacific Railway built Wilson Station back in 1871. By 1874, Czech immigrants from Bohemia came to Wilson to work on the railroad, establishing the area as a center of Czech culture. Wilson is south of I-70 from Sylvan Grove.
Visit the grocery store & you will feel that small town charm! Go to Grandma's Soda Shop for an old-fashioned ice cream soda!
Local Churches
Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod
Services Sundays at 10:00am
Sunday School 9:00am
A family of God sharing Jesus & serving Him faithfully. You will see references of this church & school throughout Emilie's Heritage House. The Frederking family have been members since the church was founded.
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
308 North Indiana AvenueLutheran Church, Missouri Synod
Services Sundays at 10:00am
Sunday School 9:00am
A family of God sharing Jesus & serving Him faithfully. You will see references of this church & school throughout Emilie's Heritage House. The Frederking family have been members since the church was founded.
Our church congregation was founded in 1876. The current building was built in 1892. The last big renovation was in 1958 with the addition of Sunday School rooms and enlarging the sanctuary. They hold services Sunday morning at 11:00am.
From my back yard in the morning, I can see the church steeple in the sunrise...one reason I love this little town!
Presbyterian Church
119 East 3rd StreetOur church congregation was founded in 1876. The current building was built in 1892. The last big renovation was in 1958 with the addition of Sunday School rooms and enlarging the sanctuary. They hold services Sunday morning at 11:00am.
From my back yard in the morning, I can see the church steeple in the sunrise...one reason I love this little town!
Recreation/Sporting
I'm not a mountain biker but my son is! He has done this trail many times & sent me this online description!
"This is the only Epic trail between the steamy Ozarks and the majestic Rockies, the frigid North Dakota Badlands and the blistering desert of Big Bend on the Rio Grande. Switchgrass is smack dab in the middle of Kansas, on the shores of the States most beautiful lake!
With almost 25 miles in well-groomed stacked loops and lots of options for shorter rides, there is something for every level of rider."
Wilson State Park - Hell Creek user area, which is south and west of the Hell Creek Bridge on South Shore Drive. You'll need to display a Kansas State Park vehicle permit available at the park entrance.
Other notes...Trail access is 24/7/365. Park vehicles at the Switchgrass lot. Trailhead kiosk/register is there with trail info. Current trail conditions, maps, etc. are at facebook.com/switchgrasstrail
Switchgrass Mountain Bike Trails
I'm not a mountain biker but my son is! He has done this trail many times & sent me this online description!
"This is the only Epic trail between the steamy Ozarks and the majestic Rockies, the frigid North Dakota Badlands and the blistering desert of Big Bend on the Rio Grande. Switchgrass is smack dab in the middle of Kansas, on the shores of the States most beautiful lake!
With almost 25 miles in well-groomed stacked loops and lots of options for shorter rides, there is something for every level of rider."
Wilson State Park - Hell Creek user area, which is south and west of the Hell Creek Bridge on South Shore Drive. You'll need to display a Kansas State Park vehicle permit available at the park entrance.
Other notes...Trail access is 24/7/365. Park vehicles at the Switchgrass lot. Trailhead kiosk/register is there with trail info. Current trail conditions, maps, etc. are at facebook.com/switchgrasstrail
Only 10 minutes away & one of the clearest lakes in Kansas!! You can rent Kayaks at Knothead's Bait Shop! This lake has the most fabulous sunsets! Go out for the day or just the evening. You won't regret it. You might find me relaxing there, as well!
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Wilson Lake
Only 10 minutes away & one of the clearest lakes in Kansas!! You can rent Kayaks at Knothead's Bait Shop! This lake has the most fabulous sunsets! Go out for the day or just the evening. You won't regret it. You might find me relaxing there, as well!
Fishing at the Lake? Knotheads has a good variety of live and artificial baits, fishing, boating, and camping supplies. They sell fishing and hunting licences and vehicle permits. Beer, Ice, Groceries, Firewood etc.
Love to kayak? They also rent kayaks!
Knotheads is located 5 miles north from exit 206 on I-70 on hiway 232 turn left at the state park signs go to almost the bottom of the hill and Knotheads is on the right. We overlook Hell Creek Bridge and Otoe State Park.
This is a family business with the sweetest dog & a few cats! They are such helpful folks & will answer any questions you have about the lake! It is their passion!
Knotheads @ Wilson Lake LLC. Your Adventure Begin's @ Knotheads!!
132 East Shoreline RoadFishing at the Lake? Knotheads has a good variety of live and artificial baits, fishing, boating, and camping supplies. They sell fishing and hunting licences and vehicle permits. Beer, Ice, Groceries, Firewood etc.
Love to kayak? They also rent kayaks!
Knotheads is located 5 miles north from exit 206 on I-70 on hiway 232 turn left at the state park signs go to almost the bottom of the hill and Knotheads is on the right. We overlook Hell Creek Bridge and Otoe State Park.
This is a family business with the sweetest dog & a few cats! They are such helpful folks & will answer any questions you have about the lake! It is their passion!
From bait to beer and everything in between... your only fuel and supply stop on the water! Boat Rentals, Storage & Slips!
Want a souvenir? They have hats, t-shirts & everything all kinds of fun "stuff"!
Just cross the bridge and look for the American flags. www.boatlakewilson.com
Lake Wilson Marina
4 Wilson State Park RdFrom bait to beer and everything in between... your only fuel and supply stop on the water! Boat Rentals, Storage & Slips!
Want a souvenir? They have hats, t-shirts & everything all kinds of fun "stuff"!
Just cross the bridge and look for the American flags. www.boatlakewilson.com
Bingo! 1st Saturday of each month - dinner, bingo and/or special Entertainment 5:30pm-9:30pm.
Farmer's Market Thursdays 4:00-6:00pm Summer & early Fall. I usually participate with my breads & mini pies!
Also available for rent for meetings, wedding receptions, & family reunions. Also open Tues and Thurs from 4pm to 6pm for indoor walking and other step activities.
Vesper Community Center
Bingo! 1st Saturday of each month - dinner, bingo and/or special Entertainment 5:30pm-9:30pm.
Farmer's Market Thursdays 4:00-6:00pm Summer & early Fall. I usually participate with my breads & mini pies!
Also available for rent for meetings, wedding receptions, & family reunions. Also open Tues and Thurs from 4pm to 6pm for indoor walking and other step activities.
Want to experience a small community event? On the first Sunday of June, Sylvan Grove hosts their Community Day, which features old fashioned fun like turtle races, pickle eating contests, live entertainment, and free hot dogs and watermelon. If you are visiting on Community Day walk over the bridge to the park & join in! Everyone would love to get to know you!
Sylvan Grove
Want to experience a small community event? On the first Sunday of June, Sylvan Grove hosts their Community Day, which features old fashioned fun like turtle races, pickle eating contests, live entertainment, and free hot dogs and watermelon. If you are visiting on Community Day walk over the bridge to the park & join in! Everyone would love to get to know you!
Sylvan Grove is home to the Lincoln County Fairgrounds, where the county fair is held each summer. Livestock exhibits, ranch rodeo, kid's tractor pull, a demolition derby, food and live entertainment are just a few of the attractions at the fair.
Lincoln County - Sylvan Grove Fair Grounds
301 South Main StreetSylvan Grove is home to the Lincoln County Fairgrounds, where the county fair is held each summer. Livestock exhibits, ranch rodeo, kid's tractor pull, a demolition derby, food and live entertainment are just a few of the attractions at the fair.
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Grocery shop before you arrive
Sylvan Grove is a small town. There is a convenience store for basics but I suggest grocery shopping before you arrive. We do provide coffee, tea & a few snacks.
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Small town...local restaurants
Fly Boys is a great restaurant! There is also a town cafe. However, if you arrive late at night & the kids are starving, you won't find a fast-food restaurant. There aren't any chain restaurants in the area. Visit the local towns for a taste of the area...they all have their own cafes!