Fort Scott in Bourbon County, Kansas — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

Railroads in Fort Scott

Walk Fort Scott

Photographed by Jason Voigt, September 21, 2026

1. Railroads in Fort Scott Marker

Inscription.
In the height of the railroad era 1870-1890's, numerous rail lines ran through Fort Scott and there were once five railway stations. Today, the Burlington Northern/Santa Fe Railroad is the only line that remains. The M.K.T. train depot was moved to 172 E. Wall Street, and was the last depot in Fort Scott.

Aside:
Running is good for you. People who run 12-18 miles a week have a stronger immune system and can increase their bone mineral density.

Erected by Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce, LEAD Bourbon County, Let's Make It Easier! and Pathways to a Healthy Kansas. (Marker Number 14.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Railroads & Streetcars.

Location. 37° 50.384′ N, 94° 42.367′ W. Marker is in Fort Scott, Kansas, in Bourbon County. It is at the intersection of South Main Street and East 2nd Street, on the right when traveling north on South Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 201 S Main St, Fort Scott KS 66701, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Eastern

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Kansas and specifically in Bleeding Kansas Border War Country.

It is also in the American Midwest,

in the Corn Belt,

on the prairies,

and on the Southern Plains.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Louisiana Purchase.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Gordon Parks (within shouting distance of this marker); Moody Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Richards Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Ingham Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Gunn Park (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Professor Ernest Hawkins (about 300 feet away); Memorial Hall (about 400 feet away); Site of Fort Henning (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fort Scott.

Also see . . . Downtown Walking Trail (Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce). 20 markers with fun facts were placed in downtown Fort Scott. They also include photos as well as health and life tips. QR code on the marker brings you

Photographed by Jason Voigt, September 21, 2026

2. Railroads in Fort Scott Marker

to this link. (Submitted on October 6, 2026, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)

Credits. This page was last revised on October 6, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 6, 2026, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 5 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 6, 2026, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.