Welcome to Marysville, Kansas

A historic community where the arts thrive, outdoor adventures await, and lively events bring everyone together.

Upcoming Events

Dec 6 2025

A Hometown Christmas

A Hometown Christmas is an afternoon of small-town Christmas magic in downtown Marysville—parade, cocoa, lights, music, shopping and plenty for kids and adults to do..

Dec 6 2025

Dec 20 2025

Spirits & Sparkles

All the big-city Christmas pop-up magic is coming to Broadway. Sparkles & Spirits is our own Christmas pop-up — right here in Marysville for one..

Dec 20 2025

Event Calendar

See all of our upcoming events in a convenient calendar view.

History Highlights

Marysville Founded

Marysville Named

Pony Express Arrived

First Courthouse

New to Town?

Welcome to Marysville! Whether you’re visiting or making Marysville home, we’re here to help you settle in. Contact us to learn more.

Featured Activities

Outdoor Recreation

Blue River Rail Trail

Winding through wooded areas, grassland vistas and fields of corn and soybeans, the Blue River Rail Trail is...

Outdoor Recreation

Alcove Spring Historic Park

Just six miles south of Marysville, Alcove Spring is one of the most significant sites along the Oregon...

Arts & Culture

Black Squirrels on Parade

Black Squirrels on Parade gives visitors the opportunity to get up close and personal with Marysville’s official mascot!...

Arts & Culture

Lifetiles Murals

At the heart of Marysville’s Pony Park, three remarkable interactive murals invite you to experience history in a...

Museums

Historic Union Pacific Depot

Located in the heart of Marysville — one of Union Pacific’s designated “Traintowns USA” — the Historic Depot...

Museums

Koester House Museum and Gardens

Step into a living legacy at the Koester House Museum, where history, architecture and storybook gardens come together...

Arts & Culture

Pony Express Rider Sculpture

Standing tall at the edge of downtown, this striking 1985 bronze sculpture by renowned Kansas artist Richard Bergen...

Outdoor Recreation

Kramer Family Tennis Complex

The Kramer Family Tennis Complex is a premier six-court facility offering a top-tier playing experience for both casual...

Outdoor Recreation

Historic Trails Park

Discover one of Marysville’s true hidden gems—a place where history comes alive and the spirit of exploration still...

Arts & Culture

Lee Dam Center for Fine Art

The Lee Dam Center for Fine Art is a beautiful centerpiece for creativity, connection and community life, managed...

Featured Tours & Itineraries

Tours & Itineraries

Ride Into History

Step back in time and follow the hoofprints of Pony Express riders through Marysville, one of the...

12 Feb 2025

Tours & Itineraries

Outdoor Escape in Marysvill...

Ride, Camp, Explore – and Bring the Dogs! Fresh air. Open skies. Unforgettable trails. If you’re craving...

01 Feb 2025

Tours & Itineraries

Book Lover's Journey: Explo...

Start your day with a delightful breakfast and coffee at the eMpTy Cup Coffee Bar & Bistro....

10 Jan 2025

Featured Business

C & C Hair Co.

Shop, Eat, Stay

One Marysville

About Us

About Marysville

Nestled in a picturesque setting, Marysville blends historic charm with creative energy, outdoor adventures, and bustling downtown events. It’s also home to the cutest black squirrels, the only ones you’ll find in Kansas, making Marysville even more special!

About OneMarysville

OneMarysville is a collaboration between Marysville Chamber & Main Street and Marysville Convention & Tourism. Our vision is to create a thriving, connected, and vibrant community.

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A town brimming with creativity, culture, and a strong sense of community, Marysville takes full advantage of its location near the Big Blue River to offer a serene stay.

World Atlas

Imagine being so wealthy that you can build a stunning home with the first running water in the county in the late 1870s. Complete with statuary, fine china dishes, and opulent furnishings, the Koester House Museum in Marysville, Kansas, serves as an example of how a German immigrant, arriving in America at the age of 7, became a prominent businessman without a formal education.

When traveling in North Central Kansas, detour to Marysville for a $5 guided tour of the mansion and its gardens – always in bloom during spring!

One Delightful Life

We explored the Koester House Museum & Garden and can’t wait to go back! This beautifully preserved Victorian mansion was home to Sylvia and Charles Koester, a prominent Marysville family with an incredible love story.

Chapman Center for Rural Studies