Quick Summary: Fort Scott is located about an hour from Kansas, where it offers city dwellers the ideal rural getaway destination. Historic attractions include the Fort Scott National Historic Site, the adjacent Fort Scott National Cemetery and an interesting self-guided walking tour of the Fort Scott Historic District. You can also join a guided Trolley Tour or take a self-guided driving tour to see more than 50 beautifully preserved historic homes. You can visit a couple of unique and interesting museums or enjoy outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, or biking at Gunn Park.


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1. Fort Scott National Historic Site ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. The Lowell Milkin Center for Unsung Heroes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

© The Lowell Milkin Center for Unsung Heroes

3. Gordon Parks Museum

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4. Fort Scott National Cemetery

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