Home of Stone — Attraction in Dodge City

We arrived too late to take a tour but walked the grounds and took a few photos. The story behind the house and its owners was pretty interesting.

Built in 1881 of native stone, it was the only house in the area. The owner was a German emigrant bootmaker who had served in the Union Army. He did well for a few years until a blizzard wiped out his cattle ranch. His daughter sold it to the Schmidt family who lived there until the 1960s.

Neat statue of Bat Masterson on the front lawn but I don't know of any connection between the house and the man who at one time was the Marshal here...

This is a beautiful old home built from local stone. As you step through the front door you are met by a guide who takes you through several rooms of the home explaining its history and place in the community. Rooms are furnished with period furniture, many with a story specific the the house and owners. The tour is free. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable and answered any question I...

Packed with history! Really interesting to see how life was lived back then. Must see if your visiting Dodge City. Don't get freaked out by the mannequin in the basement! My first time through really got me. If your in town on the last Friday, they typically have a lil snack and a drink! So...