Leavenworth, KS Visitors Guide 2016 | Page 7

Leavenworth Landing Park Leavenworth Landing Park is a beautiful parkway along the Missouri River that commemorates the transportation modes that made Leavenworth the “Gateway to the West” in the 1850s, including riverboats, railroad, wagon escorts, outfitters, trails west and military roads. 3-Mile Creek Trail is open for biking, walking and running adjoins Landing Park and runs to Haymarket Square. Both are open daily. 201 S Esplanade Street (913) 651-2203 LVKS.org Leavenworth County Courthouse Leavenworth County recently renovated its 1911-1913 Classical Revival-style courthouse, including the addition of three interior murals painted by internationally-known local artists. One mural tells the story of “Bleeding Kansas,” another depicts the story of Kansans’ enduring struggle for freedom and the final one pays tribute to Kansas agriculture. Hours: Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 300 Walnut Street (913) 684-0421 ........................................ .................................. ........................................ ................................. LEAVENWORTH 6