Herman Hill Park, Wichita

#23 among attractions in Wichita

Park, Relax in park, Golf, Playground

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Facts and practical information

The 1979 Easter Sunday Herman Hill riot in Wichita, Kansas, United States – a confrontation between 500 law-enforcement personnel and the 3,500 attendees at a rock concert in Herman Hill Park – was one of the largest riots in the history of Wichita, drawing national attention and creating political and legal controversy. ()

Elevation: 1286 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 37°38'55"N, 97°20'18"W

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101 E Pawnee StSouth CityWichita 67211 United States

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Day trips

Herman Hill Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Intrust Bank Arena, Lawrence–Dumont Stadium, Great Plains Transportation Museum, Century II.

2.4 miN
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Intrust Bank Arena, Wichita
62 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Wichita, Kansas, Intrust Bank Arena stands as a modern testament to the city's commitment to entertainment and community engagement. This state-of-the-art facility, with its sleek architecture and cutting-edge amenities, has become a beacon for...
2.3 miN
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Lawrence–Dumont Stadium, Wichita
59 min walk • Lawrence–Dumont Stadium was a baseball stadium in Wichita, Kansas, United States. It was located on the northwest corner of McLean Boulevard and Maple Street, along the west bank of the Arkansas River, in the Delano neighborhood of downtown Wichita.
2.7 miN
Museum, Specialty museum
Great Plains Transportation Museum, Wichita
68 min walk • The Great Plains Transportation Museum is a railroad museum in Wichita, Kansas, United States.
2.5 miN
Nightlife, Music and shows, Convention center
Century II, Wichita
65 min walk • Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center is a performing arts and convention center in Wichita, Kansas, United States. It is located between Douglas Street and Waterman Street near the east bank of the Arkansas River in downtown Wichita. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.
2.2 miN
Museum, Specialty museum
Kansas Sports Hall of Fame, Wichita
57 min walk • The Kansas Sports Hall of Fame is a museum located in Wichita, dedicated to preserving the history of sports in the state of Kansas.
2.5 miN
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum, Wichita
64 min walk • The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum is a non-profit 501 organization dedicated to preserving and presenting the local history of Wichita and Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States.
2.5 miN
Library
Wichita Public Library, Wichita
64 min walk • The Wichita Public Library is the local public library system in Wichita, Kansas, United States. It consists of a central library located downtown and six branch locations distributed throughout the city.
1.8 miN
Church
Grace Methodist Episcopal Church, Wichita
48 min walk • The Grace Methodist Episcopal Church in Wichita, Kansas, later known as Grace United Methodist Church, is a historic church at 944 S. Topeka. It was built in 1910 and added to the National Register in 2006. It is a two-story Classical Revival-style church designed by architect C. W.
1.5 miN
37°40'11"N • 97°20'7"W
Kansas Firefighters Museum, Wichita
38 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
2.7 miN
Library
Wichita City Carnegie Library Building, Wichita
69 min walk • The Wichita City Carnegie Library Building located at 220 S. Main Street in Wichita, Kansas, Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States, is a Carnegie library built in 1915. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
0.4 miS
37°38'33"N • 97°20'20"W
OJ Watson Park, Wichita
11 min walk • Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Herman Hill Park?

Nearby attractions include OJ Watson Park, Wichita (11 min walk), South Central, Wichita (22 min walk).