Fort Larned National Historic Site

The historic sandstone buildings at Fort Larned date to 1868
Discover a complete and authentic army post from the 1860s -1870s! This well-preserved fort on the Santa Fe Trail shares a tumultuous history of the Indian Wars era. The sandstone constructed buildings sheltered troops who were known as the Guardians of the Santa Fe Trail.
Map showing location of park.
Men in 19th century U.S. Army uniforms fire a reproduction period cannon.
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Sandstone army buildings arranged in a square around parade ground.
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Man in leather apron hammering hot steel in blacksmith shop.
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Men in 19th century U.S. Army uniforms lower an American flag.
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Man in 19th century U.S. Army uniform interacts with visitors in period barracks.
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Three young children having their picture taken with Santa Claus in a period room.
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African American men in 19th century cavalry uniforms on horseback.
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