Local Attractions

Winfield

Winfield is a community rich with cultural diversity, beauty, and history. It is home to extraordinary outdoor recreation, exceptional shopping, and the internationally known Walnut Valley Festival.

Favorite community events include KANZA Days, a celebration of Winfield’s history, the Cowley County Fair, Winfield Community Theatre, and Art in the Park, featuring over 100 artists and a variety of food and entertainment.



Arkansas City

Arkansas City is noted for its national historical significance as the gateway to the Old West.

The Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum preserves the history of the event and its impact on the American frontier. The museum displays more than 45,000 artifacts, pictures and documents.

Visitors are welcome to tour the National Register Historic Commercial District, located downtown. The area boasts impressive Italianate, Richardsonian Romanesque, Spanish Eclectic and Neoclassical structures.



Wichita

Just 60 miles from Strother Field, Wichita has a cosmopolitan atmosphere, complete with amenities such as a professional opera, symphony, ballet, and theatre. Additional attractions include art galleries, museums and exquisite gardens.

Shopping options include everything from boutiques and antique shops to retail chains and department stores.