About Fostoria, KS
Fostoria is a small community located in Pottawatomie County, Kansas and is part of the Manhattan metro area. The county is named after the Potawatomi tribe of Native Americans. When in the area, be sure to visit Oz Museum, which is dedicated to the 1939 movie Wizard of Oz. Outdoor lovers will enjoy spending some time in the parks of the area. Nice ones to visit are the Milford State Park and the Tuttle Creek State Park. These parks are located within 40 miles of Fostoria and offer camping, trails, horseback riding, fishing, and picnic sites. Universities or colleges located within 40 miles of Fostoria include the Kansas State University and Manhattan Christian College. There are 4 school districts in the county and one is Wamego School District. Notable residents include Jess Willard, the world heavyweight-boxing champion, and Walter Chrysler, automotive executive. Local businesses in the area include South Forty Cafe and Horizon Photography.
