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Lyon County, KS Area Guide

General Information

Lyon County is a beautiful county nestled in eastern Kansas.  Lyon County’s county seat is Emporia, which lies between the sparkling Neosho and Cottonwood Rivers.  Lyon County has so much to offer, from great schools to a rich history and thriving communities.  Enjoy family friendly events, attractions, and activities throughout the year such as visiting one of Lyon County’s many scenic parks or spectacular theatres.  Discover what it means to come home to Lyon County.  For more information on Lyon County, please visit the county’s official website at: http://www.lyoncounty.org/.

History

Lyon County was originally organized as Breckenridge County in 1855.  Even after its organization, the new county was attached to Madison County for “Civil/Criminal and Military Purposes”.  At this time, Columbia was designated as the county seat.  In February of 1857, Breckenridge County broke free from Madison County and by 1858, Americus was voted to become the new county seat.  Soon, the town of Emporia secured the southern county line three miles north of the town of Madison and became nearer to the geographical center of the county.  In 1860, Emporia was voted the new county seat of Breckenridge County, beating Americus by 155 votes.

With the secession of the South, residents of Breckenridge County renamed their county Lyon County after Nathaniel Lyon.  Nathaniel Lyon was the first Union General killed in the War Between the States.  In 1866, the stone courthouse was built on the northwest corner of Third Avenue and Commercial Street.  The plans for the courthouse were furnished by John Hammond and the contract for the building went to Dr. Thomas Armor and Perry B. Mazson.  The stone courthouse was used until 1902 when a new courthouse was erected on the northeast corner of Fourth Avenue and Commercial Street.  To learn this and more about Lyon County’s rich history, please visit: http://www.lyoncounty.org/

Lyon County, KS nearby Attractions & Activities

Lyon County is home to a vast assortment of magnificent attractions and activities that draw visitors from all over.  Enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by taking in a show at the Flinthills 8 Theatre or the Emporia Granada Theatre.  Take a walk through the David Traylor Zoo of Emporia and be amazed by exotic wildlife.  Take in the fresh air and scenic views that only camping at Emporia RV Park can offer.  Please feel free to explore the links provide below and realize the excitement that awaits you.

FlintHills 8 Theatre
http://www.dtmovies.com/showtimes.aspx?tid=28

Jones Aquatic Center
http://www.emporiarec.org/Emporia_Rec/Jones_Aquatic.html

David Traylor Zoo of Emporia
http://www.emporiazoo.org/

Willian Allen White House
http://www.kshs.org/portal_william_allen_white

Emporia RV Park
http://www.emporiarvpark.com/

Emporia Granada Theatre
http://www.emporiagranada.com/wp/

Camp Alexander Day Camp
http://www.campalexander.org/

Flint Hills Lanes Bowling Alley
http://www.flinthillslanes.com/

Parks and Recreation

Lyon County is home to several beautiful parks for you and your family to enjoy.  Enjoy a day of fishing, hiking, or camping with loved ones.  Lyon County’s parks offer you a variety of amenities to make your visit more enjoyable.  From sports fields to fishing areas, Lyon County’s parks have something for everyone.  Please visit the links provided below to learn more about Lyon County’s parks.

Emporia RV Park
http://www.emporiarvpark.com/

Fremont Park
http://www.recreationparks.net/KS/lyon/fremont-park-emporia

Peter Pan Park
http://www.kdwp.state.ks.us/news/Fishing/Where-to-Fish-in-Kansas/Fishing-Locations-Public-Waters/Region-5/Emporia-Peter-Pan-Park

Events Calendar

Lyon County is home to a variety of fun events throughout the year, always offering you and your family something new and exciting to experience!  From holiday events to farmers markets and community gatherings, there’s something for people of all ages and interests.  Please visit Lyon County’s official event calendar to discover just a few of these family-friendly events and activities that await you in the upcoming months.  http://www.lyon.ksu.edu/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=31