Westmoreland may not be "the" center of the universe, but it is the approximate center of our county and the seat of our county government! Westmoreland is less than 30 minutes from any other point in the county and only 25 minutes from a growing regional service center.

A city-developed subdivision continues to make affordable home sites available to an increasing number of young families. An outstanding school system provides quality elementary education in Westmoreland. Upper grades are taught mere minutes away in a consolidated school.

Our award-winning, locally owned, community bank provides capital for investment and outstanding community service support. A privately owned business park offers virtually free land to new industries. This progressive small town already boasts its own grocery, pharmacy, auto dealership, auto repair, health clinic, assisted living and long term care services among others.

Westmoreland is a major Oregon-California Trail historic site! It was the location of the famous Scott Springs Campground on the Trail, at which some 300,000 pioneers rested on their way west between 1842 and 1870. Scott Springs Park, pioneer graves, visible ruts, and a major historic museum complex offer visitors a rare glimpse into the past in this rich historic area.

Try the brand-new RV park with shower, laundry and shelter house facilities, near the city swimming pool, for a great place to stay while you're visiting Westmoreland. One of the largest hand-dug wells in the U.S., completely restored - and the second oldest continuously operating stone county courthouse in Kansas - add to the attractions in Westmoreland.