Founded: 1884, Population: 624, Elevation: 2150 ft. Haviland is located in the Southwest Region of the state, in eastern Kiowa County, On US Hwy-54. The Southern Pacific rails run just south of the small downtown. Haviland was settled by Quakers from Indiana and has the historic Barclay College at the north end of town. One of the oldest buildings is marked: "Kansas Central Bible School, 1917, Haviland Academy, 1892". The town has two excellent church structures, the Haviland Friends Church and the United Methodist Church.
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Wild West Festival Hays City KS July3-6 A typical Kansas fair -- parade, big name music stars, games, demonstrations, competitions and shows, including fireworks.
Dodge City Days Dodge City KS July26-August4 The 10-day celebration hosts more than 50 events including Q-97 FM DODGE CITY DAYS COUNTRY Concert,
the top-rated Dodge City Days Rodeo,
a 2-day Indoor Craft show with over 200 crafters from a 10-state area,
KidFest, and
Professional Barbecue Contest.
Kansas State Fair Hutchinson KS September6-15 Each year, over 400,000 visitors flock to the Kansas State Fair to visit a wide array of exhibits, partake in fabulous Fair food, and see the amazing butter sculpture.
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