Shawnee a city in Johnson County is located in the Kansas City metro area. The community was named after Indian tribe, Shawnee. Kansas is situated on western edge of Kansas City.

Elevation: 1000 feet

Land area: 41.7 square miles

Latitude: 39.01 N

Longitude: 94.77 W

Population: 57,628 (as on July 2005)

Local festivals include:

• Old Shawnee Days - June 1-4, 2006

Attractions

• Millcreek Streamway Park
• Shawnee Mission Park