Nicodemus National Historic Site

NICODEMUS–Nicodemus National Historic Site is pleased to announce the date for its annual Junior Ranger Day event.  On Saturday, May 30, bring your kids to Nicodemus to explore one of the iconic African American communities of the American West.

During this day of interactive events, visitors will have the opportunity to learn about Nicodemus, its residents, about the role of its residents in the westward expansion of the United States, as well as how Nicodemus fits into the National Park system.

The program will begin at 10 a.m. and will conclude at 3 p.m.

During that time, students will have the opportunity to speak with descendants of original Nicodemus settlers, churn buttermilk, build their own model church or schoolhouse, play period games, and even design their own National Park. The buttermilk churning demonstration will last from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. All other events will occur on a recurring, cyclical basis, allowing visitors to arrive, participate, and leave at their leisure.

We ask that visitors arrive with at least one quart of water, and comfortable shoes suitable for walking.

For more information, please contact Education Technician Jonathan Winskie by phone at (785) 839-4321 ext. 306 or by email at [email protected].

The town of Nicodemus is symbolic of the pioneer spirit of African Americans. They dared to leave the only region they had been familiar with to seek personal freedom and the opportunity to develop their talents and capabilities. Nicodemus NHS represents the western expansion and settlement of the Great Plains, and includes five buildings: The First Baptist Church, St. Francis Hotel, Nicodemus School District Number One, African Episcopal Church, and Township Hall.