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Bird City, KS
| The breathtaking countryside and plentiful grass were just a few reasons why people chose to homestead in Bird City, Kansas. Now what you'll discover in Bird City is the Heart of the Heartland. Founded by Benjamin Bird in 1885, the agricultural community is a testament to the hardworking and resilient residents who have made Bird City their home. The esteemed Charles Lindbergh, the first man to fly solo across the Atlantic, was once a Bird City resident. Bird City provides not only economic ventures but also recreational opportunities. The Tri-State Antique Engine and Thresher Show, and the holiday craft fair are widely popular annual attractions to Bird City. Experience some of the best steak in Kansas at the famous Big Ed's Steakhouse. You can reap the benefits of small town living with economical real-estate, one of the best public schools in Kansas, and a caring, supportive community. More beautiful than a postcard, Bird City, Kansas is the Heart of the Heartland! |
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Founded: 1885
Population: 447
County: Cheyenne
Zip Code: 67731
Elevation: 3,461 ft
Average Annual Rainfall: 21.84"
Days of Sunshine: 71.36%
Location: along Highway 36, 17 miles south of the Nebraska border and 28 miles east of the Colorado border
Recycling Available:
Yes - south end of Bird Ave
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History:
- Founded in 1885 by Benjamin Bird, president of the Northwestern Land Cattle Company
- Charles Lindbergh once resided in Bird City
- Bird City once had a ship named after the town but it was later torpedoed by a German submarine.
Famous or Noteworthy People:
Benjamin Bird, Founder of Bird City
Charles Lindbergh, Bird City resident
Rosemary Griffin and Edgar Robertson left large bequests to Bird City Century II Development Foundation
Slogan:
Heart of the Heartland
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