American College Towns: Manhattan, Kansas

American college towns preserve important history and culture in their streets and historic buildings. These urban centers known for their campuses of higher education are usually important towns and cities in their own right, each with its own unique story. Manhattan, Kansas is home to Kansas State University (KSU, Kansas State, or K-State) a thriving university. It was opened as the state's land-grant college in 1863 and was the first public institution of higher learning in Kansas. Vintage poster art provides the perfect style for depicting American travel destinations like this one, and this original travel poster and hand-rendered art design will look great as an unframed print, framed illustration, notecard, postcard, metal sign, canvas, or mini canvas. Available in multiple size options, this whimsical travel art was fashioned in the style of 20th-century vintage art and the iconic travel art and retro art that first promoted American travel and adventure. For trip-planning, fun facts, helpful resources, and educational information about planning the best American road trip, check out the website for Visit USA.

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