Doniphan County, Kansas
Albers, Albert, Barn
Bohr, Nicholas, Barn
Brenner Vineyards Historic District
Chrystal, Herman, Barn
Doniphan County Courthouse
Doniphan County Courthouse Square Historic District
Doniphan County Waddell Truss Bridge
Eylar, Mathew, Barn No. 1
Eylar, Mathew, Barn No. 2
First National Bank Building
Hale, John R., Barn
Hanson, George, Barn
Highland Christian Church
Highland Presbyterian Church
Iowa, Sac, and Fox Presbyterian Mission
Irvin Hall, Highland Community Junior College
Kienhoff, Fred W., Barn
Kinkead, George, Barn
Lincoln School, District 2
Minier, Abram M., House
Nuzum, Godfrey, Barn
Poulet House
Silvers, John, Barn
St. Benedict's Church
St. Martha's AME Church
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Streib, John, Barn
Symns, J. A., Barn
Wathena Fruit Growers' Association Building
White Cloud Historic District
White Cloud School
White, T. L., Barn
Williams, M. D. L., Barn
Wynkoop, A.L., House
A Dangerous Coexistence
A Manual Training School
Abraham Lincoln
An Agricultural Mission
Cooperation and Conflict on the Trail
Doniphan County Courthouse
Emigrant Indians In Kansas
Highland Cemetery Veterans Memorial
Highland Community College
Homeland of the Kanza Indians
Irvin Hall
July 10, 1804
Melvin L. Schmidt, J.D.
Replica of the Statue of Liberty
Rubeti Memorial
Samuel T. Carpenter
Sir Knight John W. Smith / Daniel D. Vanderslice
Smithton Lodge No. 1 A.F.&A.M.
The Closing of the Mission
The Highland Presbyterian Mission
The Iowa, Sac and Fox Mission
The Lewis and Clark Expedition
The Missionary Movement
The Oregon-California Trail
The Wolf River Crossing
Troy
Troy
Walter C. Worman and George Larson
Wilbur Chapman
"abounds with Beaver"
"Espyd. a wolf"
"Tall Oak"
"the waterÂ…contains a halfÂ…Glass of ooze"
The area that is now Doniphan County was initially inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Kansa and Iowa tribes. In the 1830s, Euro-American settlers arrived and established trading posts. With the opening of the Oregon and California Trails in the 1840s, Doniphan County became an important stop for travelers heading west. The county's geographic location along the Missouri River made it an ideal starting point for the perilous journey across the Great Plains.
During the American Civil War, Doniphan County experienced both Union and Confederate sympathies. Although it remained largely populated by Unionists, it was not immune to the conflict between the two sides. Raids and guerilla warfare occurred throughout the county, causing significant destruction and socio-political tensions.
In the late 19th century, Doniphan County experienced rapid economic growth and development. The arrival of the railroad in the 1870s facilitated access to markets, resulting in the growth of agriculture, industry, and commerce. Towns such as Wathena and Troy flourished, and the county's population increased.
Today, Doniphan County, Kansas, is a rural county known for its picturesque landscapes, historical sites, and agricultural heritage. The county boasts many well-preserved pioneer-era buildings and offers visitors a chance to explore its rich history through its museums, historic sites, and annual festivals. Despite its small population, Doniphan County's significant role in the westward expansion of the United States is still evident and celebrated to this day.
Brief timeline of the history of Doniphan County, Kansas:
- 1855 - Doniphan County was established by the Kansas Territorial Legislature.
- 1859 - The town of Troy was established as the county seat.
- 1860 - The Pony Express began operations in Doniphan County.
- 1864 - The Battle of the Big Blue, a significant engagement during the American Civil War, took place in Doniphan County.
- 1870 - The first railroad reached Doniphan County, boosting the local economy.
- 1881 - Lake Contrary, a popular recreational site, was constructed near Highland.
- 1898 - The construction of the Cooper Nuclear Station began in the county.
- 1944 - Part of Doniphan County was inundated due to the creation of Lewis and Clark Lake.
- 1995 - The White Cloud Casino opened, providing a new source of revenue for the county.
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Doniphan County, Kansas.