Downtown Newton
Downtown Newton

 

HISTORIC NEWTON

Downtown Driving Tour

Welcome to the Historic Newton Driving Tours! Each of the three routes explores a unique aspect of Newton’s history, from architecture to Mennonite heritage to the railroad and its connection to the Mexican-American heritage and the Chisholm Trail.

 

Here, you’ll find expanded histories on the featured sites as well as photos and information about the Newton community today. Enjoy the drive!

Select Your Route

route one

Mexican/Railroad/Chisholm Trail Properties

 

route one

Mennonite Heritage/Bethel College Properties

 

route one

Architectural Properties

 

 

Samuel A. Brown was the Newton agent for Wells Fargo. This photo of the men and dog outside of the Wells Fargo office was taken in April 1912. title= This marker recognizes the history of the Chisholm Trail. It is located near the Bethel College Administration Building. title= This 1930 photo shows the north face of the Santa Fe Depot title= This photo shows the Bethel Administration Building in 1910 title= This undated photograph shows Thaddeus P. Ragsdale’s home at 128 E. Seventh before it was removed to build the county courthouse. title= This undated photo shows Hugh Anderson, believed to have fired the first shot in the Newton Massacre title=