McPherson, KS | Official Website

Heart & Soul

Nestled in the heart of central Kansas is a unique community, a place where events and attractions showcase the heart and soul of its residents. Read on...
McPherson Murals

McPherson is home to six murals documenting the community's history. Take a leisurely stroll through the Downtown District and let the stories unfold. Read on...
McPherson, Kansas

If you are considering a visit or move to our community, we invite you to view recent accolades. We are MCPHERSON PROUD and here's why. Read on...

Commissioners Resume Morning Meetings

City Commission meetings were held in the evenings during April in response to public request. Due to low attendance, City Commissioners will resume the original meeting schedule beginning Monday, May 6. Read on...
Park Department Strives for Lawn Sustainability

The McPherson Park Department has begun maintenance to improve the quality and sustainability of lawns in local parks. Read more...
City Seeks Two Homes to Complete Rehabilitation Project

The City of McPherson has made significant progress toward completion of the second housing rehabilitation project supported by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Read on...

05/30/2019 - FREE Swim for 9th-12th Graders

FREE Swim for 9th-12th Graders- 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the McPherson Water Park.
05/28/2019 - FREE Swim for 6th-8th Graders

FREE Swim for 6th-8th Graders- 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the McPherson Water Park.
05/27/2019 - Memorial Day Services

Memorial Day Services at 9:00 a.m. at New Gottland Lutheran Church Cemetery. Services also will be held at 10:30 a.m. at McPherson Cemetery, 1601 Cemetery Drive....
05/26/2019 - McPherson Water Park Opens

The McPherson Water Park opens on Sunday, May 26th. The hours for Sunday are: 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Go to www.mcphersonwaterpark.com for daily hours,...

GENERAL JAMES "BIRDSEYE" MCPHERSON

July 3, 2017, marked the 100th anniversary of the General James “Birdseye” McPherson statue installation. General McPherson was a Civil War Union officer for whom the city and county is named. At age 35 he was killed during the Battle of Atlanta, six years prior to the founding of McPherson County. Why is the community named for a man who never entered the state of Kansas? As Civil War veterans moved westward and settled in Kansas after the war, they paid tribute to their generals by naming cities and counties in their honor.