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Welcome to Key to the City's page for Marquette Mcpherson County, Kansas Zip Code The Kansas state capital is Topeka. What would you like to know about Marquette Statistics & Facts Location Weather & Climate History & History-related items City Attractions Marquette Government Marquette Organizations, Churches, and Sports. Marquette Libraries. Zip Codes 67464 Return to Index Statistics & Facts The population of Marquette is approximately 542 (2000). The approximate number of families is 260 (1990). The amount of land area in Marquette is 0.926 sq. kilometers. The amount of land area in Marquette is 0.4 sq. miles. The amount of surface water is 0 sq kilometers. The distance from Marquette to Washington DC is 1181 miles. The distance to the Kansas state capital is 125 miles. (as the crow flies) Marquette is positioned 38.55 degrees north of the equator and 97.83 degrees west of the prime meridian. Marquette elevation is 1,385 feet above sea level. Marquette median income is $35,938 (2000). The Marquette median home price is $45,000 (2000). Marquette miscellany. Return to Index Location Marquette location: in central Kansas, northwest of Mcpherson and southwest of Salina. Nearby communities include Lindsborg, Brookville, Little River, Smolan, Assaria, Geneseo and Inman. Return to Index Climate & Weather The climate for Marquette is moderate. All four seasons are represented with about 18 inches of snow falling during the winter months. Rain falls in most months except for those months in which there is snow. The average winter temperature is 28.0 degrees F. The average spring temperature is 52.8 degrees F. The average summer temperature is 79.1 degrees F. The average fall temperature is 56.6 degrees F. Return to Index History & History Related Items Marquette history: The founders of Marquette were the Swedish who came here in the 1870's. The historic downtown area was built mostly in the 1880's and many of the buildings are decorated with Scandinavian motifs, mostly on the metal trim of the buildings. The painting was started to beautify one of the downtown buildings and rapidly spread to include most of the downtown area. The historic district includes the six store Opera House Block and the Olson Furniture Store. There is a unique tunnel system underneath many of the buildings and store. The founding of Marquette: 1874 Return to Index Attractions Marquette attractions: the Autumn In The Valley Festival is held each October with food, entertainment and even a polka band. Range School Museum This one-room schoolhouse was moved here in 1986 from northwest of Marquette. It has been restored by the Marquette Historical Society and is also operated by the group as a museum. Special tours for school children are available in the spring and fall. Please call for more information about the museum Phone: 785-546-2205 The Marquette Historical Museum This museum includes many early pieces and memorabilia of Marquette. The devastating 1905 tornado is documented also. The building was erected in 1910 by the Elim Lutheran Church Luther League. Over the years, it was the Marquette Library and the local post office. Located on Washington Street Phone: 785-546-2205 Kanopolis State Park 200 Horsethief Rd. Marquette, KS 67464 Phone: 785-546-2565 This is the first state park in the state! The park is located on both sides of the dam with picnic areas, beaches, a marina, and many recreation areas including 26 miles of trails. Return to Index Marquette industries: Contribute information free or for a small service charge for this community or any other community in the USA Be sure to include the name of the community and its state when contacting Key to the City as you are NOT directly contacting this community. Learn how to advertise on Key to the City Choose a new community in the state of Kansas To go to a new state, choose the States page To choose another state, go to the State page. Return to the Top USA City Directory and US City Resource Guide - Key to the City Thanks for visiting Key to the City. Come back again! We'll leave the light on for you! The information on Key to the City is from multiple sources including government, commerce, libraries, individuals and organizations. There is no guarantee of the accuracy or timeliness of the information presented on these pages, therefore, please use at your own risk.   Web www.usacitiesonline.com

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