The Coca-Cola Silo: A Historical Landmark in Emporia

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the downtown area of Emporia, start at the corner of 6th Avenue and Commercial Street. Head west on 6th Avenue for about 0.6 miles until you reach the intersection with the US-50 highway. Turn right (north) onto the US-50 highway and continue walking for approximately 0.5 miles. You will pass several local businesses and see signs for the highway. After crossing over the railroad tracks, look for a turn to the left onto W 18th Avenue. The Coca-Cola Silo will be located about 0.2 miles down W 18th Avenue on your left, at the address 3521-3669 W 18th Ave.

• Biking

  For those biking from the Emporia State University area, start at the university campus and head west on State Street. Continue straight until you reach W 18th Avenue. Turn left onto W 18th Avenue and bike approximately 1 mile. The Coca-Cola Silo will be located on the right side of the road at 3521-3669 W 18th Ave. Be sure to use bike lanes where available for safety.

• Public Transport

  If you prefer to use public transport, you can take the local bus service. Board the bus at the nearest stop to your location and ask the driver for the route that goes to W 18th Avenue. The bus will take you towards the area where the Coca-Cola Silo is located. Once you reach the stop closest to W 18th Avenue, disembark and walk about 0.2 miles west along W 18th Avenue to find the Coca-Cola Silo at 3521-3669 W 18th Ave.