Discover Grinter Place: A Glimpse into Kansas History

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from central High Plains, start by heading south on Main St. Continue straight for about 5 miles until you reach the intersection with US-50. Turn left on US-50 E and follow the road for approximately 15 miles. Take the exit for I-70 W toward Topeka. Merge onto I-70 W and continue for about 25 miles. Take exit 410A for I-470 S toward Kansas City. After around 10 miles, merge onto US-40 E. Continue on US-40 E for about 8 miles, then take the exit toward US-73 S. Merge onto US-73 S and continue for around 5 miles. Finally, take exit 5 toward 78th St. Turn right onto S 78th St, and the Grinter Place State Historic Site will be on your left (1420 S 78 St, Kansas City, KS 66111). Parking is available on-site.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Grinter Place State Historic Site using public transportation, take the local bus service that operates within High Plains to the nearest major bus station. From there, board a bus heading towards Kansas City. Ensure to check the schedule for bus times as they may vary. Once in Kansas City, you will need to transfer to a local bus that serves the area around S 78th St. Disembark at the nearest stop to S 78th St and walk approximately 0.5 miles south to reach the Grinter Place State Historic Site (1420 S 78 St, Kansas City, KS 66111). Be aware that public transportation fares may apply, typically ranging from $1.50 to $3.00 depending on the service used.