Nicodemus National Historic Site

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Nicodemus National Historic Site, Kansas. This area preserves, protects and interprets the only remaining western town established by African Americans during the Reconstruction Period following the Civil War. The town of Nicodemus is symbolic of the pioneer spirit of African-Americans who dared to leave the only region they had been familiar with to seek personal freedom and the opportunity to develop their talents and capabilities.

Operating Hours & Seasons

Although hours vary depending upon staff availability, the Visitor Center is useally open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily throughout the year.

The Visitor Center is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Years Day.


Communities Surrounding Nicodemus National Historic Site
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Bogue, KS (7 min. ) Pop. 179
Damar, KS (14 min. ) Pop. 155
Hill City, KS (15 min. ) Pop. 1,604
Palco, KS (19 min. ) Pop. 248
Stockton, KS (23 min. ) Pop. 1,558
Penokee, KS (26 min. )
Morland, KS (33 min. ) Pop. 164
Woodston, KS (35 min. ) Pop. 116
Logan, KS (38 min. ) Pop. 603
Plainville, KS (38 min. ) Pop. 2,029
Marion, KS (44 min. ) Pop. 2,110
Glade, KS (44 min. ) Pop. 114
Wa Keeney, KS (46 min. )
Lenora, KS (51 min. ) Pop. 306
Phillipsburg, KS (52 min. ) Pop. 2,668
Ogallah, KS (53 min. ) Pop. 214
Prairie View, KS (59 min. ) Pop. 141
Kirwin, KS (1 hr.  2 min. ) Pop. 229
Ellis, KS (1 hr.  3 min. ) Pop. 1,873