Pioneer Bluffs

Center for Flint Hills Ranching Heritage

Our Mission

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Located on the historic Rogler Ranch just north of Matfield Green, the Pioneer Bluffs Center for Flint Hills Ranching Heritage invites ranchers, locals, schools, and visitors seeking a Flint Hills experience to come along with us as we journey through time to explore our history, and join us as we examine contemporary ranching issues.

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Restoration of 1915 Pioneer Bluffs Barn

In 2015, the biggest restoration in 100 years was completed with restoration of the iconic 1915 barn. History has been preserved while making a beautiful space available to the community for music, events, festivals, and more. This barn is also available for private rental; it is a unique venue for a Flint Hills destination wedding. www.pioneerbluffs.org The barn restoration was made possible by Kansas Department of Commerce Community Service tax credits and hundreds of individual donors and volunteers.

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Barn Dance

A classic, old-time barn dance was held in the loft of our 1915 barn. Music was provided by the Land Band. Specializing in traditional music – fiddle, accordion, etc. – songs included old-time fiddle tunes as well as classic and vintage country music.  Lisa Harris was caller for the group dances.

Pioneer Bluffs Spring 2025 Newsletter

Learn more about ranching heritage and our upcoming event.  Our latest newsletter is available for download right here by clicking on the cover image.

Content includes stories complete with photos covering the upcoming 100th barn birthday,  prairie talks,  Day of the Cowboy and our annual fall roundup.

Also included is a very special memorial to Jim and Josh Hoy.

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Plan a trip out to see us with information about lodging, food, and area attractions.


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