Wichita, Kansas

Wichita, Kansas
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Hugh Mason


Wichita is the biggest city in Kansas. It is located on the Arkansas River and covers 138.9 sq mi (359.8 sq km) in Sedgwick County. The city of Wichita has a population of 382,000 (2011 estimate) within a metropolitan area of 613,000 people.

Old Sedgwick County Courthouse, Wichita
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Ichabod


The history of Wichita goes back to 1870. The area was originally populated by the Wichita Indians, and was visited by European traders. In the late 1920's the city became the choice site for pioneer aircraft manufacturers to set up their plants. Among the aircraft corporations to be based in Wichita include Cessna, Stearman, Moony and Beech. Their presence earned the city the nickname "Air Capital of the World".

Wichita experiences a humid continental climate. Hottest month of the year is July, when average temperature may rise to 93°F (34°C). On the other hand, January temperature may drop to 20°F (-7°C). The wettest months are May and June.

Kansas Aviation Museum, in Riverside township near Wichita, Kansas
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David G. Keith

Visiting Wichita, Kansas

Wichita is served by Interstate 35 and Interstate 135. The I-35 connects Wichita with Kansas City to the northeast and Oklahoma City to the south, while the I-135 connects it with Salina to the north.

Places of Interest in Wichita, Kansas

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