Chanute, Kansas is celebrating its 150-th anniversary. The city was founded in 18-72 as a railroad hub. Chanute is a city located in the southeast part of the state of Kansas. the city was founded in the 1870’s, during the expansion of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe railway westward, which played a major role in the city’s growth and development. “So in 2023 is our 150th anniversary. we’re looking at a number of different events. we’ll have a downtown block party on July 1st with a circus that has stilt walkers and aerial acts and different things like that, as well as activities that go on down along our main street.” Said Jane Brophy, the Executive director of Chanute Chamber of Commerce.
Source: KOAM News
