Medicine Lodge Peace Treaty Association

Medicine Lodge Peace Treaty Association Peace Treaty is a yearly festival of the community of Medicine Lodge, Kansas, centered around our Na

History comes to life-out of the library and onto the landscape! The Peace Treaty re-enacts the stories of the "Discovery, Exploration, and Settlement" of the Great Central Plains area. From Coronado, Lewis and Clark, and Pike, to the era of the Mountain Men. The Treaty of 1867 was signed with the 5 Southern Plains Tribes to make the land safe for the Pioneers who were making their way westward across the prairie, and their tough times ahead.

Our sponsors 🔥 We could not do what we do without our sponsors! Every bit of support is appreciated and does not go unno...
06/02/2026

Our sponsors 🔥

We could not do what we do without our sponsors! Every bit of support is appreciated and does not go unnoticed!

Back by popular demand! Magic Carpet Rides will return to the Gyp Hills Roundup Rodeo on June 6th!
05/30/2026

Back by popular demand! Magic Carpet Rides will return to the Gyp Hills Roundup Rodeo on June 6th!

We are nearly one week out from the Gyp Hills Roundup Rodeo! You will get to see all of your favorite rodeo events AND t...
05/29/2026

We are nearly one week out from the Gyp Hills Roundup Rodeo!

You will get to see all of your favorite rodeo events AND the Broken Spoke Clydesdales and Cowboy Mounted Shooters. More on that to follow! 👀

We hope to see you next weekend at the Gyp Hills Roundup Rodeo on Saturday, June 6! Event begins at 8:00 pm and gates op...
05/26/2026

We hope to see you next weekend at the Gyp Hills Roundup Rodeo on Saturday, June 6! Event begins at 8:00 pm and gates open at 6:30!

Buckle up and get ready for a great summer kick-off event in Medicine Lodge! The Gyp Hills Roundup Rodeo is back on June...
05/12/2026

Buckle up and get ready for a great summer kick-off event in Medicine Lodge! The Gyp Hills Roundup Rodeo is back on June 6 and there will be something fun for everyone!

This rodeo features all of the favorite rodeo events, but adults and kids of all ages can get into the action with special contests, scrambles, mutton bustin’ and more. Both food and retail vendors will be available, as well as T-shirts and cold beer.

Tickets are $15 for adults. Students K-12 are $5. Children 5 and under are free if accompanied by an adult. Tickets will be sold at the gate.

Summer fun for everyone! June 6, 2026 Gates at 6:30 p.m., rodeo at 8 p.m. Buckle up and get ready for a great summer kick-off event in Medicine Lodge! The Gyp Hills Roundup Rodeo is back on June 6 and there will be something fun for everyone! This rodeo features all of the favorite rodeo events, [....

Meet the Board: Matt Forsyth is new to the board and serving as the First Vice President. Although this is his first ter...
04/20/2026

Meet the Board: Matt Forsyth is new to the board and serving as the First Vice President. Although this is his first term he has played a role in the Peace Treaty since he was five years old!

Let's meet our board! Starting with our President, Joscelyn Nittler. Joscelyn has been part of the Peace Treaty in some ...
04/08/2026

Let's meet our board! Starting with our President, Joscelyn Nittler. Joscelyn has been part of the Peace Treaty in some capacity since she was a little girl, and has served on the board since 2011! She is currently serving her second term as MLPTA President.

04/08/2026

We loved chatting with See Taste Do on PBS Kansas! We will share the full episode when it is available!

Did you know you can rent out the Medicine Lodge Memorial Peace Park Rodeo Arena? You can pick up membership and event u...
02/16/2026

Did you know you can rent out the Medicine Lodge Memorial Peace Park Rodeo Arena? You can pick up membership and event use forms from the Lincoln Library or request a copy by email at [email protected]!

Join us in Medicine Lodge on September 25, 26 & 27, 2026 as we honor the rich history and lasting legacy of the Medicine...
01/14/2026

Join us in Medicine Lodge on September 25, 26 & 27, 2026 as we honor the rich history and lasting legacy of the Medicine Lodge Peace Treaty.

This meaningful weekend commemorates history and celebrates the cultures and traditions connected to it through:

• Traditional powwows
• Rodeos rooted in Western heritage
• Live music
• Educational and family-friendly activities
• And more

While you’re at your calendar be sure to add September 24-26, 2027, for our 100 year anniversary where the highly commemorated Pageant will take place all three days!

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103 E Washington/P O Box 194
Medicine Lodge, KS
67104

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