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The Chase County Logo features the detailed roof of the Chase County Courthouse.

Chase County, Kansas, is a destination for your soul in the “Heart of the Flint Hills.”

When you explore Chase County, you will discover the rolling Flint Hills hidden amongst the prairie plains. This Tallgrass wonderland is ideal for pasture-raising cattle and harkens back to a forgotten time. The views are breathtaking, and the towns are vibrant and friendly.

 

Plan your escape today. Chase County offers secluded lodging where you will wake up to songbirds and sunrises as you have never seen before. 

 

Look out over the rolling hills at waves of grasslands and see no trace of man. Let the Cottonwood River or a whispering breeze lull you to sleep at night. See the stars as they are meant to be seen, unfiltered by artificial light.

 

Dine at restaurants known across the state and nationally. Get inspired by nature, and commune with local artists and musicians.

 

Most importantly, forget the idea that Kansas is flat. The Flint Hills have captivated travelers since the days of horses and wagons. A prehistoric ocean once covered the area, and the rolling waves of lush grass still resemble a rippling sea. Chase County has the most extensive undisturbed swath of the Flint Hills, including the federally protected Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve.

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Welcome to Chase County, Kansas... a place where memories are made.  In this issue, you’ll discover what makes this corner of the Flint Hills so unforgettable.  From rich history and charming shops to local flavors and cozy lodging, Chase County invites you to experience the best of small-town Kansas living.

We hope you’ll explore with us... and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Thank you to our generous sponsors for this year's River Suite event!!

  • Between Two Worlds: Photography, Memory, and The Momentum of Migration
    Between Two Worlds: Photography, Memory, and The Momentum of Migration
    Aug 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Matfield Community Church, 205 Bocook St, Matfield Green, KS 66862, USA
    Join Tallgrass artist-in-residence, Maryam Ghasempour Siahgaldeh for an artist talk and cyanotype workshop in Matfield Green, Kansas.
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  • Emma Chase Friday Night Music
    Emma Chase Friday Night Music
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Aug 21
    Prairie PastTimes or Outside
    Aug 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Prairie PastTimes or Outside, 331 Broadway St, Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845, USA
    Inside or Outside only steps from the historic courthouse at Prairie PastTimes, 331 Broadway, Cottonwood Falls
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  • Pioneer Bluffs Prairie Talk: “Intrigue in Chase County: Murder, Politics, Gambling and Bigotry
    Pioneer Bluffs Prairie Talk: “Intrigue in Chase County: Murder, Politics, Gambling and Bigotry
    Aug 22, 2026, 7:00 PM
    Pioneer Bluffs, 695 KS-177 Scenic, Matfield Green, KS 66862, USA
    Jeff Davidson will provide some insight into the background and history of Chase County.
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  • Breakfast Fundraiser for Velvet
    Breakfast Fundraiser for Velvet
    Sun, Aug 23
    Saffordville United Methodist Church
    Aug 23, 2026, 11:00 AM
    Saffordville United Methodist Church, 2450 Yy Rd, Emporia, KS 66801, USA
    Free will donation-Biscuits & Gravy
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  • Chase County Historical Society Golf Tournament
    Chase County Historical Society Golf Tournament
    Thu, Aug 27
    Cottonwood Falls Country Club
    Aug 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Cottonwood Falls Country Club, 1973 KS-177, Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845, USA
    Celebrating Golf in Chase County for 100+ years 1923-2026
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  • Smokin' O's at the Clover Cliff
    Smokin' O's at the Clover Cliff
    Sat, Aug 29
    Clover Cliff Ranch Pavilion
    Aug 29, 2026, 5:00 PM
    Clover Cliff Ranch Pavilion, 826A US-50, Elmdale, KS 66850, USA
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  • Medicare Basics Workshop
    Medicare Basics Workshop
    Mon, Aug 31
    Swope Park-Pendergraft Building
    Aug 31, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Swope Park-Pendergraft Building, 1715 210th Rd, Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845, USA
    Learn the basics of Medicare at a free workshop designed for individuals at or approaching Medicare age. Registration appreciated, but not required.
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  • Sunday Sundae Bingo
    Sunday Sundae Bingo
    Sun, Sep 13
    St Anthony's Hall
    Sep 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    St Anthony's Hall, 609 Elm St, Strong City, KS 66869, USA
    A fundraiser to support Velvet Swigert in her battle with cancer...
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  • Chase County Days hosted by Harshman Creek
    Chase County Days hosted by Harshman Creek
    Sat, Sep 19
    Downtown Cottonwood Falls
    Sep 19, 2026, 1:00 PM
    Downtown Cottonwood Falls, 306 Broadway St, Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845, USA
    Join us for Chase County Days in Cottonwood Falls on Main Street in front of the historic Chase County Courthouse
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  • Fall Gathering in Matfield Green
    Fall Gathering in Matfield Green
    Sat, Oct 03
    Oct 03, 2026, 7:00 AM
    Matfield Green, 102a Rogler St, Matfield Green, KS 66862, USA
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  • Pioneer Bluffs Fall Roundup
    Pioneer Bluffs Fall Roundup
    Sat, Oct 10
    Pioneer Bluffs
    Oct 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Pioneer Bluffs, 695 KS-177 Scenic, Matfield Green, KS 66862, USA
    A full day of fun on the ranch!
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  • Old School Haunted House
    Old School Haunted House
    Fri, Oct 16
    Old School Community Center
    Oct 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Old School Community Center, 518 3rd St S, Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845, USA
    Check back for details...
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  • Old School Haunted House
    Old School Haunted House
    Sat, Oct 17
    Old School Community Center
    Oct 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Old School Community Center, 518 3rd St S, Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845, USA
    Check back for details...
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  • Black Tie Affair
    Black Tie Affair
    Sat, Oct 24
    Strong City Opera House/1900 Theater
    Oct 24, 2026, 6:00 PM
    Strong City Opera House/1900 Theater, Strong City, KS 66869, USA
    Annual fundraiser for the Strong City Preservation Alliance
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  • Emporia Community Foundation Match Day
    Emporia Community Foundation Match Day
    Mon, Nov 16
    Emporia Community Foundation Match Day
    Nov 16, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Emporia Community Foundation Match Day
    Make you donation dollars go farther by donating on Match Day!
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  • A Chase County Country Christmas FRIDAY Events 2026
    A Chase County Country Christmas FRIDAY Events 2026
    Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM
    Chase County, 318 Broadway St, Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845, USA
    Kid's Night Before Christmas Out for fun and a movie! Check back soon for details...
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  • A Chase County Country Christmas SATURDAY Events 2026
    A Chase County Country Christmas SATURDAY Events 2026
    Nov 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Chase County, 318 Broadway St, Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845, USA
    This years’ event will offer a variety holiday themed activities.Please see below for a list of tentative events...Check back often for exciting updates!
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  • Harshman Creek Back to School Party
    Harshman Creek Back to School Party
    Thu, Aug 13
    Aug 13, 2026, 3:00 PM
    Harshman Creek, 306 Broadway St, Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845, USA
    School is just around the corner, and we’re celebrating with a fun shopping event!
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Tribute to the Courthouse Video

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Thank you to Dave Leiker for Video and Photos of the event!

Chase County Ghost Towns Panel from Sesquicentennial Celebration

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Drinkwater & Schriver Mill est. 1875 at Cedar Point photo Dave Leiker

Learn more about the mill

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Chase County Chamber of Commerce

At the Chase County Chamber of Commerce, we honor and preserve our legacy and connection to the land and each other by restoring all who experience our unspoiled Flint Hills.

 

This website is created and maintained by the Chamber with these goals always in our hearts. We believe that you, your friends, and your family will benefit immensely by exploring our place in the Flint Hills. 

 

Whether you are planning a visit, a move, or a new or continuing business venture, please reach out to us. Our passion for our area means we are a dedicated resource for you.

 

Learn more about the Chase County Chamber of Commerce by clicking the links below . . .

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The Flint Hills

The Flint Hills are a sacred place. 

When exploring the countryside, please take care to keep the area beautiful. 

 

Remember :

  •     Please don’t litter.

  •     Stay on the roads, and do not disturb the prairie or private residences.

  •     Keep a safe distance from wildlife.

  •     Leave the Hills as beautiful as you found: don’t destroy or remove plants, rocks, architecture, or other objects.

  •     Have a map with you.

  •     Some roads are low-maintenance and may be rough.

  •     Make a plan. Know your distance from gas stations, restrooms, and dining options.

Additional Flint Hills Resources . . .

start exploring...

Bring home the storied treasures of the Flint Hills. Quaint boutique shopping and antiques galore — you’ll find numerous artisanal goods to remind you of your stay for years to come.

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