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Pony Express Historic Byway Designated as Kansas’ 13th Scenic Byway
Kansas Tourism today announced the official designation of the Pony Express Historic Byway, a significant cultural and historic route traversing northern Kansas. This announcement secures the 13
th
addition to the Kansas Byways Program, further strengthening the state’s network of scenic and historic travel experiences.
The Pony Express Historic Byway begins at mile marker 381 on U.S. Highway 36 east of Troy and extends through Doniphan, Brown, Nemaha, Marshall and Washington counties, ending on Highway 243 at the historic Hollenberg Pony Express Station. The route closely follows the original Pony Express Trail, preserving and celebrating the corridor’s historic, scenic, cultural, recreational, archaeological and natural assets.
“Our state’s byways tell the story of Kansas while creating real economic opportunity for the communities along the route,”
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said
. “The Pony Express Historic Byway highlights one of the most iconic chapters in American history while inviting travelers to experience the charm, heritage and hospitality of Kansas. Byways like this drive visitation, support local businesses, and bring new energy to rural communities across the state.”
The byway holds deep historical significance as part of the mid-19th century Pony Express route, which played a vital role in delivering mail across the American frontier. Communities along the byway reflect the layered stories of westward expansion, Indigenous heritage, railroad development and early commerce.
“Well-maintained highways and roads connect travelers to the stories, landscapes and communities that make Kansas unique,”
Kansas Secretary of Transportation Calvin Reed said
. “The Pony Express Historic Byway not only honors a remarkable piece of our nation’s history, but also supports tourism, strengthens rural economies, and showcases the important role our transportation system plays in connecting people and places across Kansas.”
The Corridor Management Plan guiding the byway’s preservation and promotion was developed collaboratively by public and private sector leaders representing the five counties and their communities. The effort was facilitated with assistance from the Kansas Byways Program, managed by Kansas Tourism and the Kansas Department of Transportation.
“Byways invite travelers to slow down and experience the places and stories that shaped our state,”
Director of Kansas Tourism Bridgette Jobe said
. “The Pony Express Historic Byway is the kind of journey that encourages travelers to explore a little longer, discover local businesses and create lasting memories.”
Unveiling Ceremony
A public unveiling ceremony was held April 7 at the Hollenberg Pony Express Station in Hanover. The event featured a proclamation from Governor Kelly read by Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland, remarks from Secretary of Transportation Calvin Reed, and the unveiling of the official Pony Express Historic Byway signage. Attendees were able to experience a unique and commemorative program honoring the legacy of the Pony Express and the Kansas communities that steward its history today.
To watch video highlights of the event, click
here
. For more information about the Kansas Byways program, click
here
.
Pony Express historical reenactor rides the horse in before the Pony Express Historical Byway was designated in Hanover.
Pony Express historical reenactor rides the horse in before the Pony Express Historical Byway was designated in Hanover.
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Pony Express Historic Byway Designated as Kansas’ 13th Scenic Byway
Kansas Tourism today announced the official designation of the Pony Express Historic Byway, a significant cultural and historic route traversing northern Kansas. This announcement secures the 13
th
addition to the Kansas Byways Program, further strengthening the state’s network of scenic and historic travel experiences.
The Pony Express Historic Byway begins at mile marker 381 on U.S. Highway 36 east of Troy and extends through Doniphan, Brown, Nemaha, Marshall and Washington counties, ending on Highway 243 at the historic Hollenberg Pony Express Station. The route closely follows the original Pony Express Trail, preserving and celebrating the corridor’s historic, scenic, cultural, recreational, archaeological and natural assets.
“Our state’s byways tell the story of Kansas while creating real economic opportunity for the communities along the route,”
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said
. “The Pony Express Historic Byway highlights one of the most iconic chapters in American history while inviting travelers to experience the charm, heritage and hospitality of Kansas. Byways like this drive visitation, support local businesses, and bring new energy to rural communities across the state.”
The byway holds deep historical significance as part of the mid-19th century Pony Express route, which played a vital role in delivering mail across the American frontier. Communities along the byway reflect the layered stories of westward expansion, Indigenous heritage, railroad development and early commerce.
“Well-maintained highways and roads connect travelers to the stories, landscapes and communities that make Kansas unique,”
Kansas Secretary of Transportation Calvin Reed said
. “The Pony Express Historic Byway not only honors a remarkable piece of our nation’s history, but also supports tourism, strengthens rural economies, and showcases the important role our transportation system plays in connecting people and places across Kansas.”
The Corridor Management Plan guiding the byway’s preservation and promotion was developed collaboratively by public and private sector leaders representing the five counties and their communities. The effort was facilitated with assistance from the Kansas Byways Program, managed by Kansas Tourism and the Kansas Department of Transportation.
“Byways invite travelers to slow down and experience the places and stories that shaped our state,”
Director of Kansas Tourism Bridgette Jobe said
. “The Pony Express Historic Byway is the kind of journey that encourages travelers to explore a little longer, discover local businesses and create lasting memories.”
Unveiling Ceremony
A public unveiling ceremony was held April 7 at the Hollenberg Pony Express Station in Hanover. The event featured a proclamation from Governor Kelly read by Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland, remarks from Secretary of Transportation Calvin Reed, and the unveiling of the official Pony Express Historic Byway signage. Attendees were able to experience a unique and commemorative program honoring the legacy of the Pony Express and the Kansas communities that steward its history today.
To watch video highlights of the event, click
here
. For more information about the Kansas Byways program, click
here
.
Pony Express historical reenactor rides the horse in before the Pony Express Historical Byway was designated in Hanover.
Pony Express historical reenactor rides the horse in before the Pony Express Historical Byway was designated in Hanover.
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