The Quindaro Townsite National Historic Landmark Act designates the Quindaro Townsite in Kansas City, Kansas, as a National Historic Landmark.
The Quindaro Townsite National Historic Landmark Act designates the Quindaro Townsite in Kansas City, Kansas, as a National Historic Landmark. The town, founded in 1857, played a significant role in the Free-State movement and the debate over slavery. It served as a safe port for those opposing slavery during the "Bleeding Kansas" conflict. The designation allows for the protection of historic resources and the provision of educational programs. The designation does not affect property owners' rights or the administration by Kansas City, Kansas, or the State.
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