Franklin in Crawford County, Kansas — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Franklin Sidewalk
National & State Historic Site
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., March 15, 2014
1. Franklin Sidewalk Marker
Constructed in 1936 with federal funding assistance, the Franklin Sidewalk connects two rural mining communities in Crawford County - Franklin and Arma. The 3' wide sidewalk stretches 1.7 miles. It has become well known as the "longest sidewalk connecting two communities".
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Roads & Vehicles • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1936.
Location. 37° 31.255′ N, 94° 42.296′ W. Marker is in Franklin, Kansas, in Crawford County. Marker is at the intersection of Broadway (Business U.S. 69) and 7th Street, on the left when traveling south on Broadway. Marker is across the street from the Franklin Community Center/Miners Hall Museum. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 701 South Broadway, Franklin KS 66735, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Church Bell from St. Philip Neri Catholic Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Dragline Bucket (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Buffalo Cupola & Forge Blower (about 400 feet away); Coal Mine Hoist (about 400 feet away); Trolley / Street Car Rails (about 700 feet away); Franklin Grade School and Playground
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Related marker. Click here for another marker that is related to this marker.
Also see . . . Franklin-Arma Sidewalk. Kansapedia website entry (Submitted on June 3, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., March 15, 2014
2. Franklin Sidewalk and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 16, 2014, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 423 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 16, 2014, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
