Thursday, November 21, 2019
Sunday, November 3, 2019
We drove many miles of lonely but scenic Kansas back roads to get here and we were glad we did. The ball of twine itself was the main attraction, of course, but the town itself, although declining in economy and population, still retains spirit and pride. We ate our picnic lunch in the very well maintained city park (across the street from the Ball) which had clean public restrooms. A cute little old original library bordered the park. Several folks working nearby were friendly and appeared to be happy. No gloom and doom to be found. When life gives you Cawker City, make the best of it. A car guy had a 2 block long collection of rusty old classic cars and trucks, even a WW2 halftrack, so that was interesting as well. Fun stop.
World's largest ball of twine This is a premier tourist destination in Cawker City, KS on US Hwy 36 near the geographical center of the 48 contiguous states. Started by farmer Frank Stoeber in the 1950s, this giant ball of string is a unique monument to American thrift and ingenuity. You can even add your own piece of string to the ball! Twine Days celebration each August.
Joe Hill also introduced me to this. thanks, Joe!
Vandalia, Illinois: Kaskaskia Dragon RoadsideAmerica.com Team Field Report Address: Rock Island Ave., Vandalia, IL Directions: I-70 exit 61 and drive south toward the Wal-mart. Make a left at the light onto US Hwy 40/Veterans Ave. Dragon will be on your right in about a mile, at the corner of Rock Island Ave. Tokens at the liquor store across the street, or behind the dragon at Kaskaskia Supply. If the dragon is out of breath, let Kaskaskia know! Hours: Tokens available until the liquor store closes. Admission: Free to view; $1 per token for flames. RA Rates: Major Fun
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