The Keeper of the Plains, Wichita: Photos, Reviews & Location

Blackbear Bosin's 44-ft. Indian chief statue stands at a confluence reachable by 2 footbridges.

At a glance

#1 of 8 Historical landmarks in Wichita #1 of 32 Tourist attractions in Wichita

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.80

0.5 km from the center of Wichita

Rating breakdown

5 ★83%
4 ★14%
3 ★3%
2 ★0%
1 ★1%

339 Veterans Pkwy, Wichita, KS 67203

wichita.gov

(316) 268-4497

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Quick facts

What is the rating of The Keeper of the Plains?: The Keeper of the Plains is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 5,332 reviews.
How does The Keeper of the Plains rank in Wichita?: The Keeper of the Plains is #1 of 8 Historical landmarks in Wichita by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is The Keeper of the Plains located?: 339 Veterans Pkwy, Wichita, KS 67203 — 0.5 km from the center of Wichita.
How can I contact The Keeper of the Plains?: Phone: (316) 268-4497 · Website: wichita.gov

Reviews (14)

Rhonda Steines 2024 Apr 07

Great place to visit, however we were disappointed that they didn't have the ring of fire tonight. We took a nice walk along the riverfront. A must see if you want to visit Wichita.

Christopher Hall 2024 Apr 01

Absolutely love this spot for viewing downtown Wichita, especially at night. The area and the walking paths leading to and away from the Keeper are well lit and seem safe. Listening to the water coming over the small dam in the Little Arkansas River adds a soothing sound of flowing water to the area.

Definitely stop by during the day as well for pictures as the Keeper is absolutely stunning.

Harley Chaos (Spanks1Big) 2024 Feb 27

This is one of my favorite places in all of America. Something about this physical place, with the two rivers coming together moves me. The Keeper itself is a beautifully constructed work of art, honoring our Native American Heritage of this amazing country. Enjoy the pictures I've been taking of this awesome creation.

Andrew Ward 2024 Feb 23

We loved this. Nice walking trails and wild life . Near another attraction also.

Jason Spiral 2024 Feb 16

The phenomenal centerpiece of Wichita, on the river right where the Arkansas and the Little Arkansas come together, and accessible from either McLean or Central. This beautiful sculpture is the most famous sight to see in the city as well as one of the most treasured destinations in all of Kansas. The bridges on both sides are astounding to admire and easy to cross and gain access to The Keeper. The circular path surrounding the statue itself has many other artistic tributes to Native American culture and the short walk is even highlighted by wonderful soundscapes that add to the masterful experience. A ring of flames can be seen here nightly as well, which times vary depending on the season and functionality of the fire pots. This area also leads to great walks along the river, which is most breathtaking after the sun is going down. This is one place in Wichita I can recommend to all locals and visitors to check out over and over again.

Jennifer Snyder 2024 Feb 02

All open and outdoors. There were exhibits to read and look at and the statue itself had multiple paths leading around it. There were families of different generations and pets present. Was lovely. I learned and enjoyed the experience.

Bernabe Gonzales jr 2023 Oct 21

Very beautiful walking trail along the River ...walk ..run...skate..bike.....hike..scooter...or skip....or just sit and enjoy the buetiful view.....on a buetiful weekend day or any sunny day

Marsha Hill EXP Realtor Wichita, KS (Marsha Hill Realtor) 2023 Oct 06

Definitely worth it to visit The Keeper of the Plains along the ArKansas river near downtown Wichita. We had a family event near Exploration Place so we parked on the Riverside side & walked over the bridge & down to exploration place to meet with our family group. We had not been for several years. And it was a lovely evening to be on the river bank enjoying the stars and the breeze and our family. Free.

Jason Germany 2023 Aug 17

Ok! Great monument really cool. Do not go down here unless you are armed. Dangerous full of bums criminals and cretins. Seems to be a party location for certain groups. Some areas have been shut down because of vandalism. The parking lot across the street is not patrolled and not safe. Come very early keep your head on a swivel and be wary.

Brian Alvarez 2023 Jun 12

Beautiful. Relaxing. Iconic. This is a MUST visit when coming to Wichita. Ride your bike here. Walk around. Take in the history by the status. Come at 9pm to watch the fire display. It’s a great place for the family and friends to come hang out. Pack a lunch or come after ice cream. Great place to hang out and get your picture taken with the Keeper in the background, along with the city views. The exploration place is across the street. It’s within walking distance of River Front Stadium (baseball stadium). Delano district nearby. Parking on either side of the bridges! (Exploration place parking has a lot of room) Enjoy!

Key Toothman 2023 Jun 07

We come to walk here nightly. Fire starts at 9pm and lasts 15 minutes. It’s beautiful and culturally significant. If you’re in Wichita, this is a must see!

Alexis HPDeskjet69 2023 Jun 07

Absolutely beautiful statue and Native memorial! If you're visiting Wichita it is a very must to see, super romantic as well <3 they turn on the fires around 7PM I believe at least in the cold season, I do believe it changes in the warmer season

Jay Biddle 2023 May 03

Wow. What an experience!! I have wanted to visit here, I live near Cincinnati, for a few years and made it here today!! Such a beautiful statue and tribute to the native Americans that used to live here. The statue itself is breathtaking and the music and panels with information adds to the experience . Free to park and visit.

Tanya Glessner 2023 Mar 02

Made a trip to Wichita to spend time with my granddaughter. I wish we would have had more time to spend here. It’s absolutely beautiful. A great place to walk, run, enjoy a picnic, ride a bike, take pictures or just relax. There’s little scooters you can rent to ride around on also. Hopefully will make it back to enjoy longer next time.