Prairiesta  2011 Dates have been set! 

Please mark your calendar for

June 9-12, 2011.

Prairiesta is the celebration of the founding of Russell.  During this time the town reverts back to the 1871 era with period costumes and beards worn by locals and visitors.  The days and nights are filled with activities, entertainment, food, contest, etc.  The state of Kansas also celebrates its 150th Anniversary in 2011!

JUNE 2009: 
Prairiest 2011 steering committee:
Jerry & Patti Driscoll; Co-Chairs
Carla Hill
Norma Jean Cook
Arlyn Unrein
Linda Schulte
Don Varner
Mike McKenna
Pam Gudenkauf
Vicki Frohling

AUGUST 2009:  Congratulations to Carl Radke of Milberger for submitting the winning
theme for our 2011 Prairiesta!  "Windmills to Windpower"!


SEPTEMBER 2009:  Congratulations to Nadine Ward of Park City Kansas for submitting the winning logo for Prairiesta 2011!