Cheyenne Bottoms

The Fort Harker Guardhouse Museum Complex, managed by the Ellsworth County Historical Society, features four preserved buildings from the historic fort that operated between 1866 and 1873 in Kanopolis, Kansas. Visitors can explore the restored Guard House, which contains a small museum and is complemented by the relocated 1905 Kanopolis Union Pacific Depot showcasing an array of exhibits including wagons and photographs highlighting the region's salt mining history.

Salt mining in Kanopolis dates back over a century, with the Independent Salt Company currently the sole operational salt mine in the area, producing primarily sodium chloride for various industrial uses. The museum complex provides unique insights into both local history and the significance of salt mining in the region.

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