Fort Larned Commissary building constructed in 1866 using soldier laborers.

In the summer season and during special events, Fort Larned NHS will have staff and volunteers dressed in period clothing manning the fort. These "Living Historians" provide a more detailed look at life in the 1860s.

This picture shows the Old Commissary, restored to the year 1868. The oldest of nine original buildings, it was constructed in 1866. Other buildings and rooms that you could visit include an infantry barracks, hospital, post blacksmith shop, blockhouse, school room, arsenal, quartermaster warehouse, issue room and officers quarters.