Near Smith Center in Smith County, Kansas — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
"My Western Home" or "Home on the Range"
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 19, 2012
1. "Home on the Range" Marker
Dr. Brewster M. Higley
wrote the words to
"Home on the Range"
Adopted as official
State Song of Kansas
June 30, 1947
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In 1873 Dr. Brewster Higley wrote the words, Dan Kelley supplied the music, and the Harlan Brothers Orchestra started the new song "Home on the Range" on its way from the heart of the nation into the nation's heart.
Erected 1997 by Sarah Steward Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution; and 1954 by Stambachs.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Science & Medicine • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical date for this entry is June 30, 1947.
Location. 39° 53.364′ N, 98° 56.828′ W. Marker is near Smith Center, Kansas, in Smith County. Marker is west along 90th Road from its intersection with Kansas Route 8. Marker and cabin are about 12 miles northwest of Smith Center. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Athol KS 66932, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 2 other markers are within 12 miles of this marker
this page online
Also see . . .
1. "Home on the Range". (Submitted on February 21, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
2. Brewster Higley VI. (Submitted on February 21, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
3. Brewster Higley Gravesite. (Submitted on February 21, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
4. Home on the Range Cabin National Register Nomination. (Submitted on February 21, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
5. Higley Cabin Restoration Plans. (Submitted on February 21, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 19, 2012
2. "My Western Home" Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 19, 2012
3. Higley Cabin and Markers
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 19, 2012
4. "My Western Home" or "Home on the Range" Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 19, 2012
5. Higley Cabin and Setting
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on February 21, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 595 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on February 21, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
