Everything You Need to Know About Gardner
Founded where the Santa Fe Trail and the Oregon/California Trails divided, Gardner is a city of roughly 23,000 residents within approximately 10 square miles. Gardner is the genesis point of Kill Creek which runs north joining with the Kansas River in De Soto, and home to Gardner Lake on the north side of town. Gardner was founded as a Free-Stater settlement in 1857.
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About Gardner
Part of Johnson County, Gardner offers suburban living and small-town values with many single-family homes and above-average public schools.
Distance to Downtown
30 minutes / 28.8 miles
Outdoor Spaces
Brookside Park, Cornerstone Park, Gardner Lake Gardner Aquatic Center
Distance to Airport
45 minutes / 46.3 miles
School District
Gardner Edgerton School District 231
Walk Score
24
Amenities
Gardner Senior Center, Celebration Park and Sports Complex
Gym
Gardner Athletic Club, Jazzercise, Element Gymnastics
Bar
Tumbleweed Bar & Grill, Austins Bar & Grill, The Forge
Closest Hospital
Olathe Health Family Medicine - Gardner Edgerton
Events
Gardner Farmers Market, Johnson County Fair, Halloween Boo Bash
Shopping
Moonlight Commons Shopping Center
Fun Facts About Gardner
Gardner is home to two airports, the New Century AirCenter and Garner Municipal Airport.
Best Restaurants in Gardner
Celebrity’s Cheese Steaks, Burgers & More
Cooking up cheese steak sandwiches, charbroiled burgers, hotdogs, and more, Celebrity’s is a local, family-owned restaurant that opened up its second location in Gardner in 2013.
Blazers Restaurant
Voted Best Burger in Gardner, Blazers Restaurant is your classic old-fashioned counter-serve institution serving up delicious burgers, ice cream and other nostalgic snacks.
Groundhouse Coffee
Serving Gardner since 2011, Groundhouse Coffee offers artisan coffee, local teas, house-made pastries, and mouth-watering breakfast entrees. To satisfy large parties, Groundhouse Coffee also offers catering services.
Ash & Anvil
Ash & Anvil is a family-owned cigar shop in the heart of downtown Gardner. At Ash & Anvil you will find a humidor full of more than 600 great cigars ranging from loved legacy brands to boutique cigars.
Spinning Earth Pottery
Offering pottery workshops, yoga retreats, firing opportunities, and a beautiful shop full of handmade ceramics, Spinning Earth Pottery is the perfect shop to find new home decor or a thoughtful gift.
Gardner has become one of the fastest-growing cities in Kansas for its natural amenities and endless possibilities.
Gieringer’s Family Orchard & Berry Farm
Family-owned and operated, Gieringer’s Family Orchard & Berry Farm offers a farm market where you can purchase pre-picked fruits in season. If you’re ready to get your hands dirty, they offer a U-pick option too.
KC Wine Co.
KC Wine Co. is a boutique winery offering some of the most palate-pleasing wines and ciders this side of the Mississippi. Known for its memorable events, KC Wine Co. hosts live music bingo, trivia nights, pop-up bars, and family-friendly seasonal events.
The Southwest gateway to the Kansas City metropolitan area, Garner, Kansas, is where the city meets the country. Gardner is committed to maintaining its traditional small-town values while focusing on providing for future growth and development.
