Seven sites in Salina have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Stiefel Theatre for the Performing Arts. The art deco-style building was constructed as a movie theater in 1931. It recently underwent a complete renovation that restored it to its former glory and now stands as a showpiece of downtown Salina, hosting live performances of all kinds and a historic movie series.

An oft-repeated comment for those new to Salina is that they’re amazed at the variety and quality of what the city offers in arts and entertainment. From live, national award-winning productions at the Salina Community Theatre and provocative exhibits at the Salina Art Center to the exotic animals and incredibly life-like exhibits at the zoo and wildlife museum at Rolling Hills Wildlife Adventure, Salina truly has entertainment to amaze.

Nestled in the beautiful Plains, Salina is a midsized city that offers many of the benefits of a larger urban area, without such problems as a high crime rate or traffic jams.