The Prairie Wanderer

The Prairie Wanderer Your guide to uncovering hidden history, local gems & the spirited women who left their mark. Heartland stories. Original photography.

Curated collections of Kansas-made prints & home goods.

Sending photographs out into the world, hoping they find the people who recognize themselves in the land.
09/04/2026

Sending photographs out into the world, hoping they find the people who recognize themselves in the land.

It's sunflower season. For this Wednesday Wander let's visit a sunflower field. There are many fields across the state. ...
09/02/2026

It's sunflower season. For this Wednesday Wander let's visit a sunflower field. There are many fields across the state. Each with its own unique story, purpose and blooming period. Here in northeast Kansas, the OG is Grinter Farms (blooming now). Fun fact: the sunflower was named Kansas' state flower in 1903.

I was hoping for a "ber" month miracle. That it would magically be a cool, crisp autumn day–but no it's 100 degrees. Hap...
09/01/2026

I was hoping for a "ber" month miracle. That it would magically be a cool, crisp autumn day–but no it's 100 degrees. Happy September 1st.

You all are the first to know. I'm thrilled to announce the (very) soft launch of expanding my store to have more items–...
09/01/2026

You all are the first to know. I'm thrilled to announce the (very) soft launch of expanding my store to have more items–beyond prints. Introducing our embroidered "The Free State" vintage-inspired corduroy baseball cap. It's available in three colors. (Shop link in comments)

Hey, Kansans! Today is primary Election Day, but it’s the last day to vote on the Kansas constitutional amendment about ...
08/04/2026

Hey, Kansans! Today is primary Election Day, but it’s the last day to vote on the Kansas constitutional amendment about Supreme Court judges.

This is a post of appreciation! Last night, before falling asleep, we had 4,999 followers. Sometime during the night, th...
07/30/2026

This is a post of appreciation! Last night, before falling asleep, we had 4,999 followers. Sometime during the night, this page hit 5,000. Thank you to all who’ve liked/followed, hopefully you’re enjoying the adventure we are on. If you have travel or history suggestions you think others should know about, drop them in the comments. Thank you again! Let’s roam. - Andrea

How about we throw in a little whimsy on this Wander Wednesday? Let's checkout the characters of Galena, Kansas. Located...
07/29/2026

How about we throw in a little whimsy on this Wander Wednesday? Let's checkout the characters of Galena, Kansas.

Located on Route 66, which is celebrating its 100th birthday, Galena is home to many characters from the Pixar movie "Cars." You may be asking why. Well, the inspiration for the beloved tow truck "Tow Mater" was actually an old tow truck in Galena.

Now, this next part, isn't so family-friendly but it's my favorite. Allegedly, Galena has a haunted house that is a former brothel. While the home is private property, and not accessible to the public, the house does have a stain glass window that seems to confirm the story. That's the last photo. :)

Kansas Route 66 Historic Byway Gearhead Curios Cars On The Route Kansas Historic Route 66 Association Route 66 Kansas

07/24/2026

July is a month that bookends Amelia Earhart’s life. She was born July 24, 1897. 39 years later, Amelia disappeared on July 2, 1937–missing her 40th birthday by just 22 days. Over the last eight decades, her story has become legendary. Growing from intrigue and mystery. It still captivates new generations, and it probably will forever.
Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum

Wander Wednesday | Kansas Natural History MuseumBefore the hustle of students moving in, now is a great time to visit Th...
07/22/2026

Wander Wednesday | Kansas Natural History Museum

Before the hustle of students moving in, now is a great time to visit The University of Kansas. Growing up, every summer my grandma would take my sister and I to the Natural History Museum.

It was a place of wonder, and still is. My favorite will always be the third floor where the fossils are displayed. Another favorite is the horse Comanche, a U.S. Cavalry horse and surviver of the battle of the Little Bighorn.

KU Natural History Museum Explore Lawrence

Happy Birthday to Charles Robinson, the first Governor after Kansas became a state. He arrived in the territory in 1854 ...
07/22/2026

Happy Birthday to Charles Robinson, the first Governor after Kansas became a state. He arrived in the territory in 1854 and was among those who founded Topeka (but he lived in Lawrence). Robinson died on August 17, 1894, and was buried at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Lawrence.

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