Welcome to Whitewater, Kansas City of Whitewater… “A Little Town With a Big Heart”
Whitewater, Kansas offers the best of both worlds — the peace and charm of small-town living with the convenience of larger cities just a short drive away. Wichita, El Dorado, and Newton are all within easy reach, giving residents access to shopping, dining, healthcare, employment, entertainment, and more. Here, you can enjoy a quieter pace of life, a welcoming community, and a lower cost of living without feeling far from the places and opportunities you need.
Incorporated on April 15, 1890, you can find the city of Whitewater situated in the central part of the United States, specifically in the NW corner of Butler County. Whitewater is approximately 20 miles northeast of Wichita, which is the largest city in Kansas.
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Fred Fest 2026
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Vintage Bank, Whitewater
126 S. Main
316-799-2137
*see website for Calendar https://www.vintagebankks.com/
LOBBY HOURS : M-F, 9AM - 3:30PM
DRIVE-UP HOURS : M-F, 8AM - 4PM
SATURDAYS : 9AM - NOON
Butler County K-State Research and Extension
206 N. Griffith, El Dorado, KS 67042
316-321-9660 || 316-321-2302 fax
Featured News
WIBL Joins Fred Fest
10/3/2026
PRESS RELEASE
WIBL Joins Fred Fest 2026 for a Weekend of Baseball, Community & Tradition
WHITEWATER, KANSAS — September 16, 2026 — Fred Fest 2026 is bringing even more hometown baseball to Whitewater this year as the Wichita Independent Baseball League...
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Frederic Remington Festival
10/3/2026
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BE PART OF FRED FEST!
10/3/2026
Fred Fest is one of those weekends that doesn't happen without people willing to pitch in. You don't have to commit your whole weekend — even a few hours can make a difference!
We're looking for volunteers to help with several Fred Fest activities:
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Taking Pride in Whitewater
9/2/2026
Sometimes improving a community starts with simply taking care of what you already have.
Over the past few months, the City of Whitewater has begun taking a closer look at its own properties and public spaces — not just to maintain them, but to improve them,...
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City at Work
5/8/2026
2026 Public Works Highlights: Building a Better Whitewater Every Day
From clearing and repairing alleyways to tracking down that long-lost manhole that's been hiding for decades, our dedicated Public Works team (just two hardworking guys!) has been out there...
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