Hospitality Resource Guide
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Hospitality Resource Guide
HOSPITALITY INFORMATION DESK COPY DO NOT REMOVE 2016-2017 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPIC PAGE NO. Hospitality Program ·············································· 4 Visitor Information ··············································· 5 City Map ···························································· 6 Trolley Tours ······················································· 7 Downtown Attractions ············································ 8-14 2nd Ave Art Guild & Carnegie Center ·················· 9 Boot Hill Museum ·········································· 10 Santa Fe Depot & Depot Theater Company ············ 11 KS Teachers Hall of Fame & Wax Museum ··········· 12 Mueller-Schmidt Home of Stone ························· 13 Trail of Fame & Boot Hill Antiques ····················· 14 Around Town ······················································ 15 Wright Park, Long Branch Lagoon, & Zoo ············· 16 Santa Fe Trail Tracks, Cowboy Statue & more ········ 17 Boot Hill Casino, United Wireless and Boot Hill Casino & Resort Conference Center, Golf Course····· 18 Western State Bank Expo, Civic Center, Dodge House Convention Center, Public Library ·············· 19 Surrounding Areas ················································ 20 Big Basin, Jacob’s Well, Moore Ranch ················· 20 Horsethief Reservoir ······································· 21 Fort Dodge, KS ············································· 22 Mullinville & Greensburg, KS ···························· 23-24 Meade, KS & Dalton Gang Hideout ····················· 25 Garden City, KS & Cimarron, KS························ 26 Montezuma, KS & the Stauth Museum ················· 27 Liberal, KS··················································· 28-29 Area Annual Events Highlights ································· 30-31 Annual Events Calendar ·········································· 32-33 Dodge City Hotel Information ··································· 34 Dodge City Restaurants··········································· 35-37 Dodge City ATM Locations ····································· 38-39 Dodge City Churches ············································· 40-41 RV & Motorcoach Services ······································ 42-44 CVB Thank you ··················································· 45 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 3 HOSPITALITY PROGRAM The City of Dodge City is pleased to offer targeted retailers in Dodge City a way to increase traffic flow and hospitality services. Making visitor’s information available for your customers will increase awareness of events in Dodge City, drive visitors to your location, increase the services of your business, and aid you in increased sales and traffic. Ultimately, the longer visitors stay in Dodge City, the more likely they will become repeat customer and return to your business during their stay due to your hospitality. REQUIREMENTS: Hang the Hospitality Poster predominately in the front window of your business. -OR- Display the Hospitality Door Logo on front door. Place the Visitor’s Brochure Rack in an area that can be seen by customers. Make the Hospitality Reference Book available to employees for inquiries. Train employees to answer questions on activities in Dodge City. The signage rack will contain Dodge City Visitors Guides, and it will be the responsibility of the retailer to stock the rack and order more guides [at no cost] when supplies are low (Call the Visitors Center for supplies at 225-8186). It is encouraged that all employees, supervisors, and owners participate in the online training for customer service at www.travelks.com/kays. BENEFITS: Increased business: visitors will recognize the door logo, identifying you as an information source. Electronic notification of events in town (please provide a valid email address). A free hospitality reference book for use in your business. (This book is also available at www.visitdodgecity.org.) Free brochures for distribution, delivered by the Convention & Visitors Bureau. Call 225-8186 for more supplies! Flyers for your display of upcoming events available by request. Free admission to hospitality seminars hosted by the Convention & Visitors Bureau. For more information and paperwork, contact the Chris Haselhorst at christinah@dodgecity.org or 620-225-8194. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 4 Visitor Information Center Make us your first stop once you have gotten off the dusty trail. Our Visitor Center is a great place to take a restroom break, pick up step -on guides and just gives us a chance to say Howdy! We’re very easy to find! Located at the corner of 3rd and Wyatt Earp Boulevard, we are at the base of Boot Hill and adjacent to the Boot Hill Museum and historic downtown Dodge City. CONTACT US 400 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd PO Box 1474 Dodge City, KS 67801 800-653-9378 or (620) 225-8186 (620) 225-8268 fax www.visitdodgecity.org CENTER HOURS Summer Hours Memorial Day—Labor Day 8:30 am to 6:30 pm Mon.- Sun. Winter Hours After Labor Day until Memorial Day 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Mon-Fri We have brochures and a variety of literature for you to take home. Don’t forget to buy a few souvenir post cards. There’s plenty of motor coach parking, so be sure to stop on by when you get to town. VISITORS CENTER www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 5 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 6 DODGE CITY Historic Trolley Tours 1-hour narrated tour about the history of DODGE CITY & FORT DODGE 620-225-8186 4 times daily 9:00, 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m. $8.00 Adults $5.00 Children Located at the Visitors Center in Downtown Dodge City Available Memorial Day through Labor Day NO SMOKING, FOOD, DRINK, OR PETS PLEASE www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 7 Historic Downtown: Stroll the streets of Old Dodge City and have a unique shopping and sightseeing experience. Just a few steps away from Historic Boot Hill Museum, you'll find unique ethnic shopping with historic locations of interest, custom metal art banners, art museums, antiques, souvenirs and guided tours. Local-flavor dining is also found in the area. Dodge City has been consistently named to the Top 10 True Western Towns by True West Magazine for eight years, earning the #1 spot in 2014! Historic downtown is just the place to see why! Relive the story! Downtown is the place to create and celebrate the future! Visit www.mainstreetdodgecity.org for more information or contact Krissy Pulkrabek, Main Street Director, at krissy@dodgedev.org. Stan Herd Murals 619 N. Second Avenue and 2000 E. Trail Street Directly south of the Carnegie Art Center, at 619 N. Second Avenue, a large stage coach mural by the renowned artist, Stan Herd is featured. Modeled from a Fredrick Remington painting, this mural is an excellent example of this famous local artist. Other art murals by Stan Herd can be seen on the National Beef Packing Plant located at 2000 E. Trail Street. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 8 Historic Downtown: Carnegie Center for the Arts 701 N. Second Avenue Ph: 620-225-6388 Enjoy a tour of this unique art center located in historic downtown Dodge City. Originally an Andrew Carnegie Library, the building's history will fascinate those who enter the "door on the corner.” Call for Hours A Final Fridays Events location! Second Avenue Art Guild 608 N. Second Avenue Ph: 620-225-1447 www.2ndaveartguild.com Dodge City's newest art gallery and premier artist operated guild. You’ll find original artwork by regional artists working in: Ceramics glass drawings sculpture wood jewelry A non-profit, volunteer run organization. pastels photography acrylic/oil Hours of operation: Friday – Sunday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm A Final Fridays Events location! www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 9 Historic Downtown: Boot Hill Museum Front Street Ph: 620-227-8188 www.boothill.org The Boot Hill Museum has nearly 60,000 cataloged objects, photographs, and documents (about 20,000 on display). During the Summer hours (Memorial Day - Labor Day), cool off with an ice cream in the Beatty & Kelley, get your picture taken in the Old West Photo Parlor (10-6 pm) or catch a gunfight at high noon and 7:00 p.m. Family Style Dinner and Long Branch Variety Show available in the summer, too! For reservations, call or visit the website for the show and dinner tickets. Hours: Summer Hours (Memorial Day — Labor Day) 8:00 a.m.— 8:00 p.m. Winter Hours (Labor Day — Memorial Day) 9:00 a.m.— 5:00 p.m. Mon.— Sat. 1:00 p.m.— 5:00 p.m. Sundays Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day & New Years Day Admission: $10 for Adults, $8 for Child (5-10 years) $9 for Seniors Family Pass: (2 adults and all kids under 17) $35 Combo tickets (museum admission, dinner, show): Adults: $30 Child (5-10 yrs): $22 Long Branch Variety Show Only: Adults: $12 Child: $10 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 10 Historic Downtown: Santa Fe Depot 201 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd Ph: 620-225-1001 Historic tours are available by appointment only. Built in 1898 and one of the largest of its age still standing in the state, this depot once housed a Harvey House Hotel and Restaurant (Fred Harvey and the famous Harvey Girls). Outside, historic twin sundials have been renovated to show both Central & Mountain time. The Depot is still utilized by Amtrak, bringing passengers in and out of Dodge City twice a day. A Final Fridays Events Location! Depot Theater Company 101 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd Ph: 620-225-1001 www.depottheaterco.com For close to three decades, the Depot Theater Company has been the crown jewel in Southwest Kansas' thriving theatre scene. Housed in the eastern half of the historic Santa Fe Depot, offering a state-of-the-art dinner theater, cutting-edge "Side Track" productions, cabarets, a student training division and much more, it is our very own Broadway on the Prairie. ‘The Company’ proudly invites you to where the bright lights meet the rails. You’ll enjoy delightful plays performed by experienced actors in the beautifully restored Dodge City Santa Fe Depot. A delicious meal in lovely surroundings accompany most productions. Call for reservations and dates of the shows. (Main stage, regular season: October, December, February, and April) www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 11 Historic Downtown: Kansas Teachers Hall of Fame 603 Fifth Ave Ph: 620-225-7311 www.teachershalloffamedodgecityks.org The Kansas Teachers' Hall of Fame is the first one of its kind in the United States. It is dedicated to the early and present day teachers who have devoted their lives to this fine profession. You’ll find donor plaques, a memorial book, the Hall of Fame gallery, information about the inductees, early day classroom items, and education activities. Open May-September. Monday—Saturday 10 am—5 pm. Sundays 1 pm—5 pm. Call for viewing at other times. Gunfighters Wax Museum 603 Fifth Ave Ph: 620-225-7311 www.teachershalloffamedodgecityks.org Visit the Gunfighters Wax museum and see the life-size wax figurines of famous western personalities. You’ll see likenesses of Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, Doc Holliday, Belle Starr, Davey Crockett, Buffalo Bill, Calamity Jane, Frank and Jesse James, Billy the Kid, and many, many more! Open May-September. Call for viewing at other times. Teachers Hall of Fame & Wax Museum Prices: 13 & Older : $8.00 6-12: $4.00 5 & under: Free www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 12 Historic Downtown: Mueller-Schmidt Home of Stone 112 E. Vine Ph: 620-227-6791 (Built in 1881-oldest Dodge City house on original site) Listed on the National Register of Historic Places In an 1882 bird’s-eye view of Dodge City, the Mueller-Schmidt House proudly perched atop a hill northeast of town, alone in its new splendor and surrounded by a yard planted with trees. Built to be one of the most splendid homes in Dodge City, Ford County’s “Home of Stone” lives up to this, even today. It remains the lone limestone house in Dodge City, elegant in its simplicity of line. It can also claim the distinction of being the oldest building in Dodge City that is still on its original site. The ‘Home of Stone’ was owned by only 2 families; John Mueller, a boot maker who came to Dodge City to open a boot store. He became so successful he invested in a saloon and became a cattle rancher. After losing all his cattle (75,000 head) in a blizzard, and fire destroyed his boot shop, he and his wife returned to St. Louis. The home and furnishings were sold to Adam Schmidt in 1890. Adam’s two unmarried children lived in the home until 1960 and sold it with all its furnishing to Ford County in 1965.The Ford County Historical Society curates it for the county. You can still see the parlor, kitchen, bedrooms, and the exterior of the Mueller-Schmidt House as it was in 1881. Come walk back into history, standing where the pioneers of the Old West and Dodge City lived. Summer Hours: June 1 - August 31 Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Other dates by appointment. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 13 Historic Downtown: Trail of Fame 509 N 2nd Street 620-561-1925 or 620-253-9231 www.dodgecitytrailoffame.org The Dodge City Trail of Fame, Inc. is a walking tour of the Old Dodge City historic district. The trail is marked with sidewalk medallions and statuary to commemorate the many famous and infamous denizens of historic Dodge City. Additionally, many medallions are dedicated to notable movie and television stars who have portrayed famous Dodge Citians. Start your walking tour at the Dodge City Convention and Visitors Bureau Information Center on Wyatt Earp Blvd. near Boot Hill and Applebee’s. Guided Tours: Tours may be specially arranged for groups at any time by contacting the Dodge City Trail of Fame at the number above. Boot Hill Antiques 509 N. 2nd 620-682-5839 www.boothillantiques.com A unique vintage experience in the heart of historic Downtown Dodge City! Find one-of-a-kind items, with an ever-changing inventory, at unbeatable prices. More than just your average antique mall, they buy, sell, and trade vintage & retro items, handmade jewelry, collectibles, homemade candles & soaps, treasures from all eras, and much more! This is where old treasures are reborn! Hours: Mon-Sat: 10:00 am - 5:30 pm; Sun: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 14 Around Town: Dodge City Raceway Park 11322 110 Road 620-225-3277 www.dodgecityraceway.com Do you have a need for speed? Then the Dodge City Raceway Park is the right place for you and your family each summer! This 3/8-mile dirt track hosts thousands of racing fans each season and boasts an impressive racing schedule. Featured Events: ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ National Sprint Tour World of Outlaws Late Model Shootout Midgets and Winged Sprints Dodge City Law Arena Football United Wireless Arena 4100 W. Comanche Ave 620-371-7240 www.dodgecityfootball.com Professional arena football is here to stay in Dodge City! This CPIFL Franchise of the Year begins its season in March and ends in June. For tickets, go to the box office at the United Wireless Arena or to Ticketmaster (www.ticketmaster.com). Other Antiques Stores • • Dodge City Antique Mall: 1701 N. 14th Ave, #3. (620) 225-5656 Salvaged Treasures: 315 Gunsmoke www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 15 Around Town: Wright Park 130 4th Ave. Dodge City’s largest city park is a beautiful, shady retreat area with picnic shelters. It also has a historic band shell, restrooms, playground, zoo, waterpark, hoop street basketball court, horseshoe pits, sand volleyball courts, a skateboard park, and more. Liberty Garden in Wright Park The tragedies of September 11, 2001 will live in the memories of Americans for generations. Located in historic Wright Park, Dodge City’s Liberty Garden was designed as a place of remembrance and solitude. This garden is meant to honor those people who were touched by the attacks on America. Dodge City was the first community in Kansas to receive a portion of the World Trade Center. Liberty Garden is also the final resting place for a piece of Indiana Limestone which was once a part of the façade of the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia and a piece of Pennsylvania sandstone from the grove next to the crash site of United Flight 93. Zoo in Wright Park The zoo is currently home to 125 animals representing approximately 40 species of animals from four continents of the earth. The zoo is open 7 days a week and is free to the public. Hours of operation: Monday-Saturday 9:00 to 5:00; Sundays 1:00-5:00. Long Branch Lagoon Water Park 111 N. 4th Ave Ph: (620) 225-8156 www.lblagoon.com Dodge City’s newest attraction is open for Summer 2016! Ride the Cowboy Creek, brave the Wrangler Rapids, hang with the kiddos at Fort Splash, or experience the thrill of the Boomerango! Fun for the whole family! Prices: $5 for kids 3-17, $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and $4 for groups of 15 or more. Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday from 11:30 am to 7:00 pm and Sundays from 11:30 to 6:00 pm. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 16 Around Town: Santa Fe Trail Tracks Tracks of the original wagon trail used by pioneers from 1821 to 1872 are located nine miles west of town. This site, which contains the largest continuous stretch of clearly defined tracks along the entire route of the trail, is easy to reach. It is nine miles west of Dodge City on US 50 -watch for the "Historic Marker" signs. Soule Ditch The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Also contained on the site are remnants of the Eureka Irrigating Canal, known also as the "Soule Ditch", which was begun in 1883 by Asa T. Soule. Nine miles west of Dodge City on US 50. 100th Meridian Marker Central & Wyatt Earp Blvd. The story board located across from the Santa Fe Depot describes the importance of the 100th Meridian and the location of the actual marker. Mexican Village Marker Central & Wyatt Earp Blvd. The story board, located at the Santa Fe Depot parking lot, describes the location of the Mexican Village in Old Dodge City. Cowboy Statue Located at the top of Boot Hill at 4th & Spruce, near the Boot Hill Distillery. Dr. O. H. Simpson, a pioneer dentist of the Southwest, is better known in Dodge City for his sculpture. Simpson’s cowboy statue, cast in cement from a live model, lawman Joe Sughrue. Added to this statue is the inscription, “On the ashes of my campfire, this city is built.” www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 17 Around Town: Boot Hill Casino 4000 West Comanche Street 877-906-0777 www.boothillcasino.com If you like feeling the rush of action-packed gaming, check out the casino. Enjoy 700 slot machines and 18 table games including Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Mississippi Stud Poker, 3-Card Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold'Em, and the Steve Walker Memorial Poker Room featuring 5 poker tables (limit and no limit games available.). United Wireless Arena & Boot Hill Casino & Resort Conference Center 4100 W. Comanche 620-371-7390 www.unitedwirelessarena.com You will find a state-of-the-art multipurpose facility built for the community. The United Wireless Arena hosts concerts, sporting events, family shows, motorsports, trade shows, rodeos, equestrian events and community events. The Boot Hill Casino & Resort Conference Center featur es 7,000 square feet of meeting space, with multiple room configurations to accommodate a wide variety of events, large and small. Mariah Hills Public Golf Course 1800 Matt Down Road 620-225-8182 www.mariahhillsgolf.com Western Kansas is home to some exceptional golf courses and Mariah Hills is surely in that group. From the bright and spacious clubhouse to the professionally manicured course, Mariah Hills is a little-known treasure and an exceptional value. Set against the native beauty of the high plains, rolling blue grass fairways and manicured greens, bordered by tall native roughs create a truly fun course to play! The par 71 layout requires a player to hit most every club in the bag. So for an enjoyable round of golf on a championship caliber course, plan your next golf outing at Mariah Hills. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 18 Around Town: Dodge City Civic Center 2110 1st Ave. USD 443 Business Office: 620-371-1001 The Dodge City Civic Center is a landmark venue in the heart of the community. With a rich history in providing first-class events, the Civic Center continues this rich tradition. Western State Bank Expo Center 11333 Hwy 283 620-338-8284 www.westernstatebankexpo.com Ford County’s newest facility can host a wide variety of events such as Farm & Ranch shows, equipment & product demonstrations, training & educational seminars, private parties, business meetings, livestock sales & shows, equine events and more. Dodge House Convention Center 2408 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd 620-225-9900 www.dodgehousehotel.com Located adjacent to the Dodge House Hotel, the convention center can host a variety of events, meetings, and conferences. Dodge City Public Library 1001 N. 2nd Ave 620-225-0248 www.dcpl.info The library has books on almost any subject, public computers with internet access, audio-visual materials for every taste, and special databases for research. They are also a Wi-Fi hotspot. There are also three meeting rooms which are rented out to the public, with tables, chairs, AV equipment, and even videoconferencing capabilities. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 19 Surrounding Areas Big Basin & Jacob’s Well This interesting feature on the High Plains of Kansas is on U.S. Highway 283 about 40 miles south of Dodge City. For 1.4 miles, U.S. Highway 283 traverses the floor of Big Basin, which most likely resulted from salts dissolving several hundred feet below the earth's surface and causing subsidence of the earth above it. In Little Basin, about 0.5 miles to the east, is a spring known as St. Jacob’s Well. From a distance, the spot appears to be an oasis of cottonwood trees. It is surrounded by a fence made of limestone posts and barbed wire, which keeps the buffalo out and the water clear. A path leads down to the water's edge from the parking lot on the bluff above. Tracks indicate the value of permanent water to the wildlife of the area. This site preserves mixed grass prairie that is rich with wildflowers during spring. Western meadowlarks and grasshopper sparrows are common during the nesting period. Collared lizards and six-lined racerunners sun on exposed rocks. WARNING: No developed trails. A walk around the roads beginning at the entrance is a 5 mile round trip. Bison may be grazing in this area - they are wild animals, are highly unpredictable and should not be approached. It is highly recommended to drive the trails by car and locate the animals before exiting the car to walk. Moore Ranch 2933 CR E Bucklin, KS 67834 (620) 826-3649 www.moorelonghornranch.com If you’re ready for a rustic, authentic ranching experience, visit the Moore Ranch at Bucklin, Kansas. Join them on daily activities as you move Longhorn cattle to new pasture, mend fences and enjoy dutch oven meals from the chuckwagon. Ranch experiences are available from daily visits to overnight stays in the on-site heated/air conditioned cabins. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 20 HorseThief Reservoir: (30 miles north of Dodge City) 19005 SW 156 Highway, Jetmore, KS 67854 620-253-8464 www.horsethiefres.com At HorseThief Reservoir, the Glamping and Sunset Capital of Kansas, there are numerous attractions that include, but are not limited to, camping, bird watching, basketball, playground, skiing, tubing, wakeboarding, swimming, fishing (large mouth bass, walleye, catfish & crappie), picnicking, hunting, and an archery range. There are 42 campsites with utilities, and a large amount of primitive campsites available for use. In addition, one one-room rustic cabin, a modern cabin, complete with a kitchen and shower, and a Yurt are available for rent. Gazebos are available for rental for family parties, birthdays or other special occasions. Park permits are required upon entering and may be purchased at the office or self-pay station. These permits fund the operation and improvements within the park. Twelve long-term campsites are available. Please call the office to inquire and reserve the space. Please remember to pick up trash and to be courteous of others so everyone can have an enjoyable trip at HorseThief. Please do not bring glass containers (including beer bottles) to HorseThief. (Map courtesy of MapQuest.com) Don’t forget about the annual event, HorseThief the Festival, held each J une! Music, fishing, mud volleyball and more fill the weekend with fun and laughter! See www.horsethiefthefestival.com for more details. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 21 Fort Dodge, KS East Highway 400 620-227-2121 www.kcva.ks.gov/veteran-homes/fort-dodge-home Five miles east of Dodge City. Long before Dodge City was a hustling, bustling cattle town, Fort Dodge was established in 1865 to protect railroad workers and travelers on the Santa Fe Trail from the Plains Indians. Fort Dodge Today: Today the Fort (called the Kansas Soldiers Home) is utilized as a retirement community and nursing facility for retired Kansas veterans. A historic library and self-guided walking tour tell the fort's history to visitors. Many of the original buildings are still in use. The Kansas Soldiers Home now includes: a small library/museum (usually open from 1 pm—4 pm), a modern nursing home, a Veteran’s park, a recreation center, Sutlers Store, and 60 private residence cottages. Coronado Cross 1 mile east of Fort Dodge on Hwy 400, The Cross marks the spot where Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, a Spanish explorer, is said to have crossed the Arkansas River in search of the fabled 'Cities of Gold" in 1541. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 22 Mullinville, KS M.T. Liggett’s Kanza Metal Art Mullinville’s resident artist, M. T. Liggett’s kinetic metal artwork lines nearly 1 mile of US Hwy 400 just outside Mullinville to the west. Ranging in subject from political themes to some of his favorite people, his art is unique and eclectic. Mullinville is 35 miles east of Dodge City on Highway 400. The Round Barn Built in 1912 to house draft horses, this 16 sided barn is one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Architecture and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The barn stands out for miles and was used as a landmark for training WWII bomber navigators. Located 10 miles west and 3.5 miles south of Mullinville. Greensburg, KS Take a Green Tour: 315 S. Sycamore (620) 723-4102 www.greensburgks.org Following a devastating May 4, 2007 tornado, Greensburg made a commitment to rebuild better, stronger, and GREENER! Come see first hand how they have put the Green in Greensburg! With tours, they can show you all the great ways that Greensburg conserves energy, water, and resources in the community. Greensburg is 45 miles east of Dodge City on Highway 400. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 23 Greensburg, KS (cont.) The Big Well Museum 315 S. Sycamore, Greensburg, KS 620-723-4102 www.bigwell.org This marvel of pioneer engineering completed in 1888 is the world’s largest hand-dug well. At 109 feet deep, it’s a breathtaking sight and one of the 8 wonders of Kansas. You can descend a spiral staircase into the Big Well. On display are also exhibits telling the history and resiliency of the community of Greensburg. 5•4•7 Arts Center 204 W. Wisconsin Ave., Greensburg, KS 620-723-2600 www.547artscenter.org The Center is a non-profit organization, dedicated to raising awareness of both visual and performing arts by providing an environment to create and learn through exhibits. This building is the first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum building in Kansas and utilizes wind and solar power. Kiowa County Historical Museum & Soda Fountain 320 S. Main, Greensburg, KS 620-723-1125 www.kiowacountyksmuseum.org This museum features exhibits about the founders & Pioneers of Kiowa County and artifacts from the early days of the county. Also visit the restored Hunter Drug soda fountain for all the old fashioned treats. Greensburg is 45 miles east of Dodge City on Highway 400. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 24 Meade, KS Dalton Gang Hideout 502 S. Pearlette St., Meade, KS Ph. 620-873-2731; 800-354-2743 www.oldmeadecounty.com/hideout The Dalton Gang Hideout, for mer ly the home of Eva Dalton Whipple, sister to the infamous Dalton Gang is a must see in the Dodge City Area. Years after the Whipples left Meade, a deep rain wash covered with timbers and earth was discovered; a tunnel from the house to the barn built into the hillside below. Legend has it the tunnel was used by the gang to come and go undetected by the law. You can still take the eerie trip down the 95-foot-long tunnel to explore Eva Dalton's house which is furnished as it would have been in her day. The barn serves as an entrance to the attraction and houses a gift shop on the ground floor and museum artifacts in the loft. At the south end of the Hideout park you will find "Old Town," a wild west town facade built for the historical reenactments and gunfight competitions each year during Dalton Days Wild West Festival. Kids love to pose for photos behind the bars of the jail or in the old casket propped up on the undertaker's wall. Just up the hill from the Hideout barn is the Heritage House, a wonder ful old home fur nished as it was in the 1890' s. Ther e' s lots to see and do at the Dalton Gang Hideout...plan to stay awhile!. Open Mon. -Sat. 9-5, and Sunday 1-5. Admission is $5s$ Meade is 43 miles southwest of Dodge City on Highways 283 and 54. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 25 Garden City, KS Lee Richardson Zoo 312 Finnup Drive, Garden City, KS Ph.: 620-276-1250 www.leerichardsonzoo.org Lee Richardson Zoo features over 50 beautifully landscaped acres, spacious animal exhibits, walking paths, a playground, picnic areas, and shady avenues. The zoo is open year round, free to pedestrians, and vehicles may drive through for just $10 per day. The zoo is open 7 days a week. Summer Hours April 1st to Labor Day 8 AM to 7 PM Winter Hours After Labor Day to March 31st 8 AM to 5 PM The zoo is closed on: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas & New Year’s Day. Garden City is 53 miles west of Dodge City on Highway 50. Cimarron, KS Clark Pharmacy 101 S. Main, Cimarron, KS Ph.: 620-855-2242 www.clarkpharmacy.com With original tin ceilings and old-fashioned charm, the Soda Fountain at Clark Pharmacy is listed as one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas. Located on the corner of Main Street you will find friendly, helpful, full-time service. Clark Pharmacy has been a Compounding Pharmacy for over 20 years, serving the needs of Western Kansas. Stop in and sit a while as you take in a moment of the past that is blended with the present. The pharmacy also has a gift shop and a clothing store called Blush Boutique. Hours: M-F: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm; Saturday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 19 miles west of Dodge City. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 26 Montezuma, KS Stauth Museum 111 N. Aztec, Montezuma, Kansas Ph.: 620-846-2527 www.stauthmemorialmuseum.org Located in Montezuma, KS, the Stauth Memorial Museum features the travel adventures of Claude Stauth, a successful wheat farmer, and Donalda Stauth, a professional photographer, both long-time residents of Southwest Kansas. Journey with Claude and "Donnie" as you stroll through the permanent exhibit 'Around the World'. Browse colorful displays of handicrafts and arts from every corner of the earth. Experience famous sites and everyday places from around the world through video and slide programs based on the Stauths' trips that span almost 40 years. Explore the world in the World Discovery Center with over 60 years of National Geographic, Map & Geography computer games, the ever-changing Special Exhibitions Gallery, and the extensive Stauth Coin Collection from all around the world. Museum Hours: Tue-Sat 9-12 and 1-4:30 Sun 1:30-4:30 Closed Mondays and major Holidays. Admission: Fr ee will donation Montezuma is 28 miles southwest of Dodge City on Highway 56. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 27 LIBERAL, KS Baker Arts Center: 624 N. Pershing, Liberal, KS 620-624-2810 www.bakerartscenter.org The Baker Arts Center is the former home and lifelong dream of Irene Dillon and Francis Marion Baker. The couple left their home & a portion of the surrounding block to the Baker Arts Foundation to become the arts center. There is a Discovery Center for children, educational studio for art classes and workshops, and an extensive art library available. Admission: Free. Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9 am to 5 pm. Sunday 1 pm to 3 pm. Closed Saturday & Monday. Coronado Museum: 567 Cedar Street, Liberal, KS 620-724-7624 www.dorothyshouse.com The Seward County Historical Museum is housed in a 1918 home with artifacts from the Kansas Territory settlement during its Wild West days along with a Native American exhibit. Also featured: a collection of items dating back to 1541 when Don Francisco Vasquez de Coronado and 36 soldiers entered Kansas while looking for the “Seven Cities of Gold.” An eight foot bronze statue of Coronado points the way to the museum from US Hwy 54. Admission: Fr ee. Hours: (Winter ) Tues-Sat 9-5; Sunday 1-5. Closed Mon. (Summer) Mon-Sat 9-6; Sun 1-6. Dorothy’s House & Land of OZ: 567 Cedar Street, Liberal, KS 620-624-7624 www.dorothyshouse.com Tour Dorothy’s house, a 1907 restored farmhouse. It is furnished to reproduce the warmth of the movie farmhouse. Follow the yellow brick road to a 5,000 sq ft display of scenes from the movie. View OZ memorabilia which includes the original model of Dorothy’s house used in the tornado scene. Admission: Adults (19+) $7; Seniors (65+) $5.50; Children (6-18) $4.50; 5 & under are free. Hours: (Winter ) Tues-Sat 9-5; Sunday 1-5. Closed Mon. (Summer) Mon-Sat 9-6; Sun 1-6. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 28 International Pancake Day Hall of Fame: 318 N. Lincoln, Liberal, KS 620-624-6423 www.pancakeday.net For over 63 years, Liberal has held a friendly competition with Olney, England, bringing the United States and the United Kingdom together in a symbol of peace and unity. The women of both cities square off in a fun, fast-paced race to the finish line carrying their skillets with pancakes inside. The Hall of Fame sits on the finish line and offers visitors a glimpse of the rich history of the event. Hours: Open by appointment only. Call the above number to arrange a tour. Liberal Tourist Information & Gift Shop: 1 Yellow Brick Road, Liberal, KS 1-800-LIBERAL www.visitliberal.com Travelers will find free Kansas maps as well as information about Liberal and other communities in the state. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am to 5 pm. Sat 10 am to 4 pm. Summer Only: Sunday 1 pm to 4 pm. Mid-America Air Museum: 2000 W. Second Street, Liberal, KS 620-624-5263 www.visitliberal.com/listings.php?id=95 The largest general aviation museum in Kansas and the 5th largest in the U.S.A. houses more than 100 aircraft. The museum interprets and preserves the history of flight through the collection of aircraft and related artifacts, its exhibits and public programs. Liberal, once the home to a B-24 Liberator pilot training base during World War II, established the museum to help preserve the state’s and national’s aviation heritage. Guided tours & special rates are available to groups of 10 or more if arranged in advance. Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5. Saturday 10-5. Sunday 1-5. Not open major holidays. Admission: Adults $7; Seniors (62+) $5; Students (6-18) $3; Five and under are free. Liberal is 82 miles southwest of Dodge City on Highway 54. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 29 Annual Events Highlights: Winter Expo: The largest variety trade show in Southwest Kansas is held every year the last weekend in January at the Wester n State Bank Expo Center and is a partnership between Rockin’ M Radio and KWCH. The event is FREE to everyone. Great entertainment, food vendors, a Gun Show (free to the public), crafts, vendor give-a-ways, and much more are featured! Final Fridays: Every last Friday of the month, Second Str eet Ar t Guild, The Depot Theater Company, & the Carnegie Arts Center team up to provide a social evening of art, entertainment, cocktails, & appetizers. Beginning at 5 pm at the Carnegie, 6 pm at the Art Guild, and 7 pm at the Depot, this is an evening not to be missed! Main Street Festival: Held in the center of the historic downtown area, June 4, 2016, this event features a variety of entertainment and activities that attract kids and adults of all ages, with food and merchandise from downtown businesses and area food vendors. Z-98 Great Quack Attack will take place downtown along 1st Avenue at 12:30 pm and will feature the fastest river in the Southwest. For more information contact the Main Street office at (620) 227-9501 or krissy@dodgedev.org. HorseThief The Festival: Two days of music, boating, fishing, food, and fun. Featuring some big names in Texas Red Dirt Country, a fishing tournament, Dam near 5K race, mud volleyball & more! AS MUCH FUN AS ALLOWED BY LAW coming June 10-11, 2016! - HorseThief Reservoir, 9 miles west of Jetmore, KS on Highway 156. (620) 225-8080. www.horsethiefthefestival.com. Old Fashioned 4th of July: celebrated every year on the Fourth of July. The event includes the lar gest fir ewor ks display in wester n Kansas. Enjoy free ice cream & entertainment at Boot Hill Museum from Dodge City’s Cowboy Band & the Long Branch Variety Show. At 10:00 pm that night you can enjoy a free, huge fireworks display, set to music on Q-97 FM radio at Memorial Stadium. Dodge City Days: One of the largest 10-day festivals in the state, this celebration always begins the last weekend of July and continues for 10 days. Activities include: a medallion hunt for a $500 cash reward, the Boot Hill Bull Fry & Bash, street dances, the Western Parade, BBQ contests, concerts, carnival, art shows, entertainment, and of course the Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo. Dodge City Days pins can be purchased at the Visitors Center, in front of Applebee’s and other area merchants. An American Bus Association Top 100 Event! (620)-227-3119 www.dodgecitydays.com. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 30 Annual Events Highlights: National Day of the Cowboy: Since 2007, Dodge City Kansas and the Dodge City Convention & Visitors Bureau have encouraged community efforts that focus on celebrating this holiday. NDOC proclamations have been requested annually from the City Commission, Ford County Commission, and the state legislature. As a direct result of their work, Kansas’ NDOC bill became law in 2014, making Kansas the 8th state in history to pass the bill awarding permanent status to the 4th Saturday in July as the National Day of the Cowboy. Celebrated during Dodge City Days. 3i Show: A salute to Industry, Implements and Irrigation, this show is organized and managed by Western Kansas Manufacturers Association. The show provides an opportunity for exhibitors from all over the world to showcase their agri-business products. It is the largest free exposition of its kind in the entire state of Kansas and has attained nationwide recognition. This year’s event will be held at the Western State Bank Expo on October 13-15, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fr ee Parking and Free Admission. (620) 227-8082; info@3ishow.com. www.3ishow.com Haunted Hotel: Looking for a bit of spooky fun for October? A group of mischievous goblins at The Depot Theater Company takes the traditional haunted house one step further by providing a hotel full of haunted rooms that will creep into your nightmares. Every weekend of October. Contact the Depot Theater for mor e infor mation at (620) 225-1001. Christmas in Old Dodge City: Christmas in Old Dodge City kicks off the Christmas season in Dodge City. The event officially lights things up with the annual lighting of the mayor’s tree in downtown Dodge City. Stay to get a glimpse of Christmas decorations on Front Street in Boot Hill and a chili cook off . Stay and sample chili for yourself. This event is held the first Monday after Thanksgiving. There are many, many other wonderful annual events in Dodge City, such as high school basketball tournaments (both local and state), rodeos, and more! The list is growing every year! Check out the following page’s annual calendar and continue to check back to www.visitdodgecity.org for updates and more information! www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 31 Dodge City Convention & Visitors Bureau 2016 Events Calendar Check www.visitdodgecity.org for additional events not listed here January April Miss Dodge City Pageant: Dodge City Middle School; Jan 2 (620) 617-2894 Tournament of Champions: United Wireless Arena; January 21-13 (620) 227-1777 SPIAAA Tournament: United Wir eless Arena; Jan 25-26, 28-30 (620) 723-2145 Winter Expo: Wester n State Bank Expo Center; Jan 22-24 (620) 338-8284 Final Fridays: Last Fr iday each month. Carnegie Arts Center, 2nd Street Art Guild, Depot Theater. 5-9 pm. (620) 225-1001 Dodge City Raceway Park: Season opens (620) 225-3277 Depot Theater Production: “9 to 5 The Musical”: Apr 8-23 (620) 225-1001 Tenth Avenue North: United Wir eless Arena; Apr 10 February Battle of the Bands: United Wir eless Arena; Feb 6 at 3 pm Shrine Circus (3-Ring): Civic Center Feb 7-8 (620) 255-3720 Dodge City Law Arena Football: Season opens United Wireless Arena (620) 371-7240 Depot Theater Production: “Alive and Kicking”: Feb 5-20 (620) 225-1001 No Limits Monster Trucks: United Wireless Arena; Feb 20 Jeff Foxworthy/Larry The Cable Guy: United Wireless Arena; Feb 28 March Rascall Flatts: United Wir eless Ar ena; Mar 17; 800-745-3000 AMBUCS Home & Leisure Show: Western State Bank Expo Center; Mar 20-22 (620) 225-3430 (Duane) Family Xperience: Wester n State Bank Expo Center; Mar 28 (620) 338-8284 May 5th Annual 5X5 Art Auction: Santa Fe Depot; May 5 at 5:55 pm. (620) 225-1001 Boots & Beer Auction: Hoover Pavillion; May 6 (620) 225-8188 Cinco de Mayo: Wr ight Par k; May 8 (620) 225-0240 Beach Boys: United Wir eless Ar ena; May 18 at 7 pm Season End Comedy Show: Centr al Station Bar & Grill; May 18 at 8pm (620) 225-1176 Little Britches Rodeo: Roundup Ar ena; May 27-29 (620) 225-2244 Boot Hill Museum: Season Kick-off May 28-30 (620) 225-8188 Dodge City Trolley Historic Site Tours: May 28–Labor Day. 1-800 Old West or (620) 225-8186 National Tourism Week: May 1-7 (1-800-Old-West or 620-225-8186) June Farmers Market: Satur days, J une to the First Frost (Kat Duffield 620-369-0147) Movies In The Park: “Footloose”; June 3 at 9 pm. Corner of 1st & Gunsmoke Main Street Festival: Downtown; June 4 (620) 227-9501 8 am—2 pm Horsethief the Festival: Hor sethief Reser voir, Jetmore; Mud volleyball, fishing, live bands, camping; June 12-13 (620) 225-8080 Movies In The Park: “Happy Feet”; June 24 at 9 pm. Corner of 1st & Gunsmoke 4H District Horse Show: Wester n State Bank Expo Center; June 30 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 32 Dodge City Convention & Visitors Bureau 2016 Events Calendar Check www.visitdodgecity.org for additional events not listed here September July Old Fashioned Fourth of July: Boot Hill Museum; July 4 (620) 227-8188 Western Kansas’ largest fireworks display: Memor ial Stadium; J uly 4 @ 10pm (620) 225-8160 Ford County Fair: For d County Fair Grounds; July 21-25 (Ford Co. Extension 620-227-4542) Dodge City Days: J uly 29 to Aug 7 City-Wide Festival, PRCA Rodeo, parades, street dances, car show, fiesta, arts & crafts (Chamber of Commerce 620-227-3119) Boot Hill Bull Fry & Bash: Boot Hill Museum; July 29; 6:30-9:00 p.m. (620) 227-8188 Dodge City Days Parade: J uly 30 9:30 am (620) 227-3119 Depot Theater Productions: “How To Eat Like a Child” Jul 8-9, 15-16 Student production (620) 225-1001 Dodge City Nights: Depot Theater ; July 30, 31, Aug 1-2. (620) 225-1001 Movies In The Park: “True Grit”; July 31 at 9 pm. Corner of 1st & Gunsmoke National Day of the Cowboy: 4th Saturday every year. (620) 225-8218 August PRCA Xtreme Bull Riding: RoundUp Arena; Aug 2 Arts & Crafts Show: Village Squar e Mall Aug 5-6 PRCA Rodeo: Roundup Ar ena; Aug 3Aug 7 (DC Roundup, Inc., 620-225-2244) Classic Car Show: Wr ight Par k; Aug 6 Longhorn Cattle Drive: Aug 6 Fr ont St. Pepe Aguilar: United Wir eless Ar ena: Aug 19 at 8 pm (800) 745-3000 Styx: United Wir eless Ar ena; Aug 25 7:30 pm (800) 745-3000 www.visitdodgecity.org Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame Induction: Boot Hill Museum; Date TBA (620) 227-8188 UKC Dog Show: Wester n State Bank Expo; Sept 16-18 KS Pro Rodeo Association Finals: Round Up Arena; Sep 23-25 (620) 225-2244 Beaux Arts Ball: TBA (620) 225-6388 Octoberfest: Knights of Columbus; September 24 (620) 255-5834 October Make America Rock Again Festival: United Wireless Arena; Oct 7 (800) 745-3000 3i Show: Wester n State Bank Expo Center ; Oct 13-15(620) 227-8082 Depot Theater Production: “Sherlock Holmes, the Final Adventure” Oct 7-22 (620) 225-1001 The Haunted Hotel: Depot Theater Every weekend in October (620) 225-1001 Trick or Treat Downtown: Oct 29 (620) 227-9501 November Gun Show: Wester n State Bank Expo; Nov 5-6 Pheasant Season Begins: November 7 Train Show: Wester n State Bank Expo Center; Nov 19-20 Christmas Chili-Fest and Parade of Lights: Downtown; Nov. 28 (620) 225-4151 December Christmas in “Old Dodge City”: November 20-December 25th City-wide Holiday festival, bazaars, Lighting of City Christmas lights-Parade of Lights-Chili Cookoff (Nov.30) Front Street decorations Breakfast with Santa: Boot Hill Museum; December 3 (620) 227-8188 Depot Theater Production: “Mostly Minnesota Christmas” Dec 4-19 (620) 225-1001 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 33 Dodge City Hotel Information Bel Air Holiday Motel 2000 E. Wyatt Earp 620-227-7155 24 Rooms 2100 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-2169 34 rooms, Restaurant. Pets welcome! Best Western North Edge Inn 404 W. Frontview 620-371-6441 61 rooms, kitchenettes, WiFi, & laundry facility, outdoor pool. Best Western Plus Country Inn & Suites 506 North 14th 620-225-7378 66 rooms, handicap accessible, indoor pool, internet, exercise room, full breakfast. Pets welcome! Comfort Suites 2700 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd 620-801-4545 64 rooms, handicap accessible, indoor pool, free hot breakfast, no pets, free WiFi, guest laundry, Days Inn 1610 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-0231 80 rooms, handicap accessible, indoor pool, restaurant. Pets Welcome! Dodge House Hotel 2408 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-9900 106 rooms, handicap accessible, indoor pool, full breakfast restaurant and saloon, exercise area, internet, pets welcome! Hampton Inn & Suites 4002 W. Comanche 620-225-0000 108 rooms, handicap accessible, breakfast, pool, fitness center, Pets welcome! Holiday Inn Express 201 4th Avenue Opening 2017 Knights Inn 1612 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd 620-371-7226 17 Rooms La Quinta Inn & Suites 2400 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd. 620-225-7373 77 rooms, indoor pool & spa, deluxe continental breakfast, internet, fitness center, guest laundry. Pets welcome! Nendel Inn & Suites 2523 E. Wyatt Earp 620-225-3000 60 rooms, handicap accessible, outdoor pool, continental breakfast, internet. Pets welcome! Quality Inn 2000 W. Wyatt Earp 620-338-8700 54 rooms, handicap accessible, indoor pool, deluxe breakfast, exercise room, internet. Pets welcome! Rodeway Inn 2200 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-8146 32 rooms, continental breakfast, internet. Super 8 1708 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-3924 63 rooms, outdoor pool, hot breakfast, internet, safes in every room. Pets welcome! Stay Suites of America 2320 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-5000 63 rooms, handicap accessible, indoor pool, deluxe breakfast, exercise room, internet. Pets welcome! Thunderbird Motel 2300 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-4143 35 rooms. Pets welcome! www.visitdodgecity.org TownePlace Suites by Marriott 2800 W. Wyatt Earp 620-371-7171 120 Rooms, outdoor pool, full kitchens, continental breakfast Travelodge Silver Spur 1510 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-2125 78 rooms, handicap accessible, outdoor pool, continental breakfast, internet. Pets welcome! Wyatt Earp Inn 2110 E. Wyatt Earp 620-225-2654 32 rooms, outdoor pool, continental breakfast. Pets welcome! Bed & Breakfast Boot Hill Bed & Breakfast 603 W. Spruce 620-225-0111 6 rooms Luxurious suites and rooms, WiFi, homemade breakfast, Campgrounds Blue RV Park 2114 East Wyatt Earp Blvd 620-255-8916 42 hookups. Call for pricing Gunsmoke Campground 11070 108th Rd 620-227-8247 85 hookups, handicap accessible, Dump site, showers, drinking water Closed Winter Watersports 500 Cherry ST. 620-225-8044 60 hookups, handicap accessible, dump sites, showers, drinking water Fort Dodge RV Resort 701 Park Street 913-220-2652 Opening Fall 2016 Accommodation information was provided by the facilities. This list of facilities is neither an endorsement nor recommendation of the Dodge City Convention & Visitors Bureau 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 34 Good Grub Guymon Petro Bar & Grill 301 4th Ave 913-220-2652 AMERICAN 2nd Avenue Lunch Co. 509 N. 2nd Avenue 620-371-6644 Mon-Sat 10am—3pm Opening Fall 2016 IHOP 1410 W. Wyatt Earp 620-371-6777 Open Daily 6am-11pm Applebee’s 406 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-5888 Boot Hill Casino Fireside Grill—Must be 21 4000 W. Comanche 620-682-7777 Call For Hours Montana Mike’s 700 W. Wyatt Earp 620-408-9551 Casey’s Cowtown 503 E. Trail 620-227-5225 Mon-Fri 11am—2pm; 3:30pm—10pm Open @ 4pm on Saturday Sunday breakfast 9am—2pm Casa Alvarez 1701 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-7164 MEXICAN Don Hector 208 S. Second Ave. 620-430-2313 Central Station 207 E. Wyatt Earp 620-225-1176 Mon-Fri 11am -2pm; 5pm -10pm Sat. 4pm -10pm; Bar open till 2am Closed Sunday El Charro 1209 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-0371 Mon-Thurs 11am-2pm; & 4:30- 9pm Fri 11am-2pm & 4:30 –10pm Sat Open All day Cup of Jones & Coffee Specialty Shop 909 W. Wyatt Earp 620-789-5282 Mon-Sat 6am-8pm; El Korita 2001 W. Wyatt Earp 620-371-6008 Tues-Thurs 11am-2pm; 5-9pm Fri-Sunday 11am-9pm Dodge House—Inn Pancake House 2408 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-0333 Daily 6 am-10pm Jaliscos (Mall) 2601 Central 620-227-0888 Lupita’s 415 S. 2nd 620-225-4645 Golden Pancake House 2110 E. Wyatt Earp 620-227-6196 Mon-Sat 6am-10pm; Sunday 6am-2pm Miriscos Nayanrit 509 N. 2nd Avenue 620-227-9899 Tue-Thur 11am-7:30 pm; Fri-Sun 10am-8 pm Green Bean Coffee Co. 1701 N. 14th Ave 620-371-6074 Mon-Sat 6am-9pm; Sunday 8am-8pm www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 35 Good Grub Taco Palenque 307 Military Ave. 620-225-3682 Imperial Gardens 2409 Central 620-225-2288 Tacos Jalisco 412 E. Wyatt Earp 620-225-3101 King’s Buffet 1005 W. Wyatt Earp 620-338-8618 Vallarta Mexican Grill 1301 W. Wyatt Earp 620-408-9747 Sun-Thur 11am-9pm Fri-Sat 11am-10pm Lotus Garden 1202 E. Wyatt Earp 620-227-7028 PIZZA-ITALIAN Osaki Sushi & Steakhouse 2100 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-5235 Bella Italia 312 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-1800 Tues-Sun 11am—10 pm Saigon Café Bistro 202 E. Frontview 620-225-0682 (Closed Mondays) Godfather’s Pizza 1108 W Wyatt Earp 620-225-4179 Sarocha’s 1510 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-2400 Little Caesar’s 1909 N. 14th Ave 620-371-6067 Daily 11am—10 pm SPORTS BARS Bad Habits 2303 W. Wyatt Earp 620-371-7233 Mon—Sun 11 am—10 pm Papa John’s 1010 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-7272 I Don’t Care Sports Bar & Grill 1510 W. Spruce 620-371-6061 Mon-Fri 11am-2pm; 5pm-10pm Sat-Sun 11am - 10pm Papa Murphy’s 2601 Central Ave 620-227-5300 Pizza Hut 110 W. Frontview 620-225-2286 Carry-out 320 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-1234 Kate’s 305 E. Trail 620-225-9466 BBQ Billy Sims BBQ 2503 Central Ave 620-371-6002 Daily 11am—9pm ORIENTAL Golden House 120 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-9887 Mon-Sat 10:30am—8pm (Carry Out) www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 36 Good Grub Subway 1105 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-5060 2500 Central Ave. 620-227-6060 FAST FOOD A& W 1903 N. 14th 620-227-3200 Arby’s 805 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-7428 Taco Bell 708 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-7703 Burger King 808 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-7470 Wendy’s 2614 Central 620-225-6080 Dairy Queen 1700 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-2912 Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers 1800 W. Wyatt Earp 620-371-6700 FINE DINING Prime on the Nine 1800 Matt Down Lane 620-227-2736 Tues-Thur 4pm - 9pm Fri-Sat 4pm-10pm Close Sun-Mon Jimmy John’s 1601 W Wyatt Earp 620-371-6803 DELIVERY 11am– 9pm Daily ICE CREAM/OTHER Coldstone Creamery 2019 Central Ave 620-371-7223 Open Daily 11am-10pm KFC 1210 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-1241 Paleteria Guerrero Ice Cream Shop and Diner 112 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd 620-371-6299 Long John Silver’s 911 W. Wyatt Earp 620-371-6334 McDonald’s 703 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-7008 2600 Central Avenue 620-801-4555 (Playplace) Paleteria Rio Grande 212 Military Ave 620-225-0949 Snow Station 501 N. 2nd 620-371-6990 M-Th Noon-10pm F-Sun 11am-10pm Quizno’s 2615 Gary DELIVERY 620-338-8345 Sonic 801 W. Wyatt Earp 620-227-7561 This list of restaurants is neither an endorsement nor recommenda on of the Dodge City Conven on & Visitors Bureau and is subject to change without no ce. www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 37 ATM LOCATIONS: Bank of the West 400 W. Frontview Boot Hill Museum Front Street Centera Bank 2200 N. 14th Ave Credit Union of Dodge City 802 W. Trail Street 1200 W. Frontview Street Dillons Store 1700 N. 14th Ave Dodge City Community College 2501 N. 14th Ave (Student Union) Dodge House Hotel 2408 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd Fidelity State Bank North 1800 Central Ave Flying J Travel Plaza 2524 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd Kwik Shop 1500 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd 1811 Central Ave www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 38 ATM LOCATIONS: Landmark National Bank Central & Spruce 2500 N. 14th Ave Love’s Country Store 1108 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd (Travel Stop) 400 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd 2505 E. Trail Street (Travel Plaza) Presto Convenience Store 609 S. 2nd Avenue (Store 28) 2615 E. Trail Street (Store 27) 800 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd (Store 50) Quick Cash 3201 E. Trail Street Sunflower Bank 819 S. Second Ave 2408 First Ave Taylor’s Road House 2305 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd Walgreens 1801 N. 14th Ave Walmart 1905 N. 14th Ave Western State Bank 2121 N. 14th Ave www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 39 DODGE CITY CHURCHES Apostolic Apostolic Faith Pentecostal Church PAW (1800 W. Ross) Assembly of God First Assembly of God (2301 N. 14th Ave) Baptist First Baptist Church (1310 N. 2nd Ave) Bible Baptist Church (1411 Centr al Ave) First Southern Baptist Church (3106 N. 14th Ave) Catholic Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe (3231 N. 14th Ave) Our Lady of Guadalupe Passionist (1001 Avenue A) Christian Wilroads Gardens Christian Church (11293 River Road) First Christian Church (711 5th Ave) Church of Christ Church of Christ (2300 Centr al Ave) Church of God First Church of God (1701 Centr al Ave) Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (2510 6th Ave) Church of the Nazarene Dodge City Church of the Nazarene (1700 W. Ross Blvd) Episcopal St Cornelius Episcopal Church (200 W. Spr uce) Jehovah’s Witnesses Jehovah’s Witnesses (2900 N. 14th Ave) -Listings courtesy of Yellowbook.com- www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 40 DODGE CITY CHURCHES Lutheran Holy Cross Lutheran Church LCMS (2200 3r d Ave) Christ The King Lutheran (1008 W. Beeson Road) Mennonite Church Mennonite (308 N. 14th Ave) Methodist First United Methodist Church (210 Soule Str eet) Missionary First Missionary Church (1310 Avenue C) Non-Denominational Abundant Life Family Church (3301 N. Avenue A) Grace Community Church (500 W. Ross Blvd) Victory Life Fellowship (302 W. McAr tor Road) Fort Dodge Chapel (714 Sher idan #128) Pentecostal Living Waters Pentecostal Holiness Church (302 E. Vine) Dodge City Pentecostals UPC (2012 1st Ave) Presbyterian First Presbyterian Church (803 Centr al Ave) Seventh Day Adventist Seventh-Day Adventist Church (2003 N. 14th Ave) Spanish Templo La Hermosa (305 Wilr oads Gar den Road) Iglesia Bautista Emanual (1400 Avenue H) Laluzdelmundo Iglesia (911 Avenue F) Iglesia Nueva Ezperanza Church (811 Avenue A) -Listings courtesy of Yellowbook.com- www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 41 RV & Motorcoach Services DIESEL FUEL Bredfeldt Oil, Inc. 11278 S 14th Ave 620-225-1452 Flying J Travel Plaza 2524 E. Wyatt Earp 620-225-0561 Love’s Country Store 1108 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-0654 400 E Wyatt Earp Blvd. 620-225-0641 2505 E. Trail Street 620-227-5380 Presto Convenience Store 2615 E. Trail 620-227-2625 Pride Ag Resources 710 W. Trail 620-225-4193 South Dodge Shamrock 302 S. Second Ave 620-227-7271 Spee D Stop 2615 Gary Ave 620-225-6905 Taylor’s Road House 2305 W. Wyatt Earp 620-338-8166 WASH SERVICES DJD Oasis Car Wash 2201 McCoy 620-227-8691 Plaza Wash 1711 N. 14th 620-227-0825 TOWING Bailey’s Body Shop 319 Maple DUMP STATIONS Dodge City, KS 67801 Gunsmoke Campground 620-225-4869 11070 108 Road Erv’s Body Shop Dodge City, KS 67801 14 & McArtor Rd. 620-227-8247 Dodge City, KS 67801 Hawleywood RV Ranch 620-225-4015 11347 E. Highway 50 John’s Body Shop 620-225-5452 110 W. Beeson Watersports Dodge City, KS 67801 Campground 620-225-2213 500 E. Cherry Southwest Towing 620-225-9003 1309 S. Second Ave. Loves Country Store Dodge City, KS 67801 2505 E. Trail Street 620-225-3105 620-227-5380 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 42 RV & Motorcoach Services TIRES & TIRE REPAIR G&G Car & Truck 404 S. Second Ave 620-682-4668 Dodge City Tire Center 210 W. Frontview 620-225-9090 Flying J Travel Plaza 2524 E. Wyatt Earp 620-225-0561 Great Western Tire 200 W. Frontview 620-225-1343 Kindsvater, Inc. 2301 E. Trail 620-227-6191 Leonard Tire, Inc. 113 S. Second Ave. 620-227-2481 Maupin’s Truck Parts, Inc. S. HWY 283 620-382-4054 Mr. Tire-Pride Ag 800 W. Trail 620-225-0261 Moreno Tire Service 1300 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd. 620-338-8747 Kenworth Trucks 1301 Minneola Road 620-225-3920 OK Tire, Inc. 1808 W. Wyatt Earp 620-225-0204 Kindsvater, Inc. 2301 E. Trail 620-227-6191 Wal-Mart 1905 N. 14th 620-225-3346 Kinsey Automotive 702 S. 14th 620-408-9255 REPAIR/SERVICE Maupin’s Truck Parts, Inc. S. Hwy 283 620-682-4054 Coker’s Truck Shop 11607 Hwy 50 620-225-3372 Dodge City International Sgt Pyle’s Auto Repair 709 W. Trail 2201 E. Highway 50 620-225-0311 620-225-4177 Foley Equipment 1600 E. Wyatt Earp 620-225-4121 Hugh’sTruck & Auto Repair 112 Pearl 620-225-3782 Western Brake and Gear 505 E. Trail 620-225-7070 1-800-972-9224 Hawley Bros Inc. Hawleywood RV Ranch 11347 E Wyatt Earp Blvd 620-765-4424 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 43 Recreational Vehicle Information Gunsmoke Campground 11070 108 Road Dodge City, KS 620-227-8247 Closed Winter Watersports Campground 500 E. Cherry Dodge City, KS 620-225-8044 www.gunsmokerv.com Blue RV Park 2114 E. Wyatt Earp (Behind Wyatt Earp Inn) Dodge City, KS 620-255-8916 www.bluervpark.com Fort Dodge RV Resort 701 Park Street Dodge City, KS 913-220-2652 *Opening soon* www.fortdodgervresort.com ADDITIONAL DUMP STATION Hawleywood RV Ranch 11347 E. Highway 50 Dodge City, KS 620-225-5452 www.hawleywoodrv.com GUNSMOKE CAMPGROUND BLUE RV PARK HAWLEYWOOD RV RANCH FORT DODGE RV RESORT WATERSPORTS CAMPGROUND www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 44 Dear Hospitality Partner, T hank you so much for being a part of the Hospitality Program here in Dodge City! The chief function of businesses in the hospitality industry is to serve people -- whether it's food, lodging or a combination of these and other services. The importance of employee training and development in hospitality cannot be overstated, because every job ultimately aims for guest satisfaction. Workers in every facet of hospitality, from dishwashers to managers and owners, affect the guest experience. Service can be delivered with words and actions, however it only becomes hospitality when it is delivered with genuine caring. Hospitality is not limited to the tangibles of what is being done, but how does the person being served feel the service has been rendered. In Dodge City, we know that the happier the guests are that visit and the longer they stay, the more likely they will become repeat customers for you and for many others in town. Whether you are assisting your guest with directions to an attraction, information on a current event in town, taking time and listening to the stories of their travels, or giving them any incentives to return, you are creating an atmosphere of hospitality which Kansans are famous for! It is our hope at the Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) that this book will assist you with making visitor information available at your fingertips for all of your guests. We provide you with hospitality information, brochures, event fliers and other information at no cost to your business or your guest. The CVB will periodically have hospitality seminars (also at no cost to you) throughout the year, so watch for more information. Please call us at (620) 225-8186 for any materials you need. We also assist meeting organizers with contact information, a group liaison, sample itineraries, welcome packets, and trolley services. We look forward to working with each and every one of you! Thank you so much for helping everyone to “Get The Heck Into Dodge!” CVB CONTACT INFORMATION: Jan Stevens, Director, 225-8218; jans@dodgecity.org Colleen Hastings, Visitor & Community Coordinator 225-8267; colleen@dodgecity.org Sandie Masden, Publicist, 225-8166; sandiem@dodgecity.org Christina Haselhorst, Convention & Group Coordinator & Hospitality Coordinator 225-8194; christinah@dodgecity.org www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 45 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 46 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 47 People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel. — Maya Angelou Dodge City Convention & Visitors Bureau 400 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd (620) 225-8186 800-OLD-WEST City of Dodge City 806 N. Second Avenue (620) 225-8100 www.visitdodgecity.org 800-OLD-WEST (800-653-9378) 48