Join us for an incredible evening of music and storytelling with the Walnut Valley Bluegrass Festival headliner, Elexa Dawson. Elexa comes from the Citizen Potawatomi Nation based near Shawnee, Oklahoma, and her captivating red-dirt-honey vocals lay on the listener like a blanket of good feelings, giving the gift of healing Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Dennis McPhail & Jason Crile Opening Reception | First Friday April 5th, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through April 21st, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE Read more…
Many of the characters in this year's Big Read book There, There struggle with addiction. Research shows that stable housing plays a vital role in people's recovery from substance use disorders. Join the Wichita Journalism Collaborative in a discussion of how addiction and housing may intersect.
Program for school aged children. We will be making worry stones and talking about the history of them. (*Must have Base access to attend)
K - 2nd Graders are invited to discover Georgia O’Keeffe, known as the mother of American modernism, who was inspired by the landscape of Abiquiú, a Tewa Pueblo settlement where she made her home. Test your art skills with an art craft inspired by O’Keeffe, as well as listen to Read more…
Join us for a discussion of the 2024 Big Read Title There There by Tommy Orange.
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind event that will bring your neighborhood to life! Join us this spring for Open Streets ICT - WSU & Shocker Neighborhood, the ultimate community-building experience. Picture this: 17th Street, just south of Wichita State University, transformed into a vibrant hub of activity. A day filled Read more…
The NEA Big Read selection for 2024 is "There There," by Tommy Orange! In this novel, Orange traces the intersecting lives of 12 characters from Native communities whose voices and perspectives converge at the first ever Big Oakland Powwow. NPL will host Newton's community Big Read discussion on Monday, April Read more…
Adult crafting program. We will make photo displays and talk about the importance of family and reference the familial ties in "There There". (*Must have Base access to attend)
Discussion of 2024 Big Read book, There There by Tommy Orange
Many of the rights secured by Native Americans were won through the efforts of activist groups in the 20th century, such as the American Indian Movement of the 1970s. Today, this activism has evolved into a variety of movements from the protests at Standing Rock to the grassroots movement for Read more…
You are an archaeology student attending a seminar that opens a hidden university cold case. In 1965 Northern California, a team of archaeologists excavated the lands of the Indigenous Ohlone, Mutsun, and Awaswas peoples in search of historical artifacts, but the excavation was abruptly halted when one of the team Read more…
One of the best known art forms practiced by American Indians is beadwork. Today, beadwork has come to symbolize Native American heritage and is used to make belts, jewelry, and most notably, adorns much of the regalia worn at powwows and dance contests. In this native beading workshop, you'll create Read more…
Taking inspiration from the Native American Medicine Wheel, this free yoga class will incorporate both locally produced and nationally renowned soundscapes and intertribal music in a power yoga class for strength, focus, and relaxation. Men, women, and children 7+ are welcome to attend. This class is instructed by a 200-hr Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Madison Mullen & Brittany Schaar Opening Reception | First Friday May 3rd, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through May 26th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE Read more…
Senior Wednesday – Wichita Journalism Collaborative May 8, 2024, from 1:30 to 2:30 PM Advanced Learning Library, 711 W. Second St., Conference Center BC The Wichita Journalism Collaborative is a group of 11 local news organizations and community partners combining resources and exploring issues and solutions connected to housing challenges. Read more…
Senior Wednesday – Wichita Journalism Collaborative May 8, 2024, from 1:30 to 2:30 PM Advanced Learning Library, 711 W. Second St., Conference Center BC The Wichita Journalism Collaborative is a group of 11 local news organizations and community partners combining resources and exploring issues and solutions connected to housing challenges. Read more…
Join explorer, talk show host, and author Josh Gates from Discovery Channel’s smash-hit series, Expedition Unknown and Josh Gates Tonight for an evening of adventure! Josh will take viewers around the world and off-the-map with stories from his greatest expeditions and insights into the world’s greatest mysteries. From hilarious misadventures Read more…
Six Wichita Stories of Aviation by Edward Phillips At the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum - 204 S Main St; Wichita, KS 67202 Over two days, Edward Phillips will discuss aviation stories set right here in the Air Capital including- E.M. Laird, Stearman Airplanes--A Legend In Their Own Time, The Women's Read more…
“Warped” is an invitational glass exhibit of works by artists in the United States and United Kingdom that will be on display at Reuben Saunders Gallery in Wichita, Kansas. We hope you will join us for the opening reception on June 7th from 5:30pm – 9:00pm! In conjunction with the Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Aida Bell & Sheldon Draper Opening Reception | First Friday June 7th, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through June 23rd, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE Read more…
June 8 from 1-4: Be Modern Stop into the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum this Summer and tour the Museum's special exhibition "Being Modern". Find out which Modern dress fits your personality and use the inspiration to develop your own Modern artistic creation! All ages are welcome! FREE Admission Drop in Read more…
June 22 from 1-4: Time for You to Get a Clock Tower. Summer Program – Time For You To Get a Clock Tower Experience behind the scenes with a tour of the Wichita-Sedgwick County Museum's Clock Tower. Did you know the original City Hall building didn't have a clock for Read more…
Once a favored means of communication, cursive writing is becoming a lost art. Many schools no longer teach this skill, but the Historical Museum does! Individuals are invited to learn and practice the skill of cursive handwriting. An experienced teacher will guide the letter formation of upper- and lower-case letters Read more…
Once a favored means of communication, cursive writing is becoming a lost art. Many schools no longer teach this skill, but the Historical Museum does! Individuals are invited to learn and practice the skill of cursive handwriting. An experienced teacher will guide the letter formation of upper- and lower-case letters Read more…
Plan to come out to the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum on Monday July 1st, for a lunchtime concert! From the 5th floor clock tower, in honor of Independence Day, the Bloomfield Foundation continues an over half-century tradition as the Carillon will be played from 12-1pm. Out of public view, the Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Tarah Lynn Clark & Lari Howard Opening Reception | First Friday July 5th, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through July 21st, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks Read more…
July 6 from 1-4: You’re Unbe-weave-able Tour the traveling Exhibit "Small Expressions" with a weaving expert and try your hand at weaving your own small masterpiece! All ages are welcome! FREE admission Drop in anytime between 1-4pm. Docent-led tours at 1, 2, and 3pm. Small Expressions is on the 2nd Read more…
Come out to the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum to welcome our new exhibit on display July 2nd – August 6th: “Small Expressions” Small Expressions is an annual juried exhibition showcasing contemporary small-scale works (not to exceed 15 inches in any direction) using fiber techniques in any media. Small in scale Read more…
Join us Saturday and Sunday July 20-21st from 1-5 pm as the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum celebrates 3 special birthdays! Celebrating their 154th Year- Wichita was officially “born” July 21, 1870, just 3 months after the establishment of Sedgwick County, Kansas Celebrating our 85th Year- The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Tara Hufford Walker & Mark Walker Opening Reception | First Friday August 2nd, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through August 24th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks Read more…
Fans will have the opportunity to sample chicken wings from restaurants and local chefs who will be showcasing their culinary flare and competing for the best chicken wings in Wichita. Participating restaurants and chefs will vie for two awards at the event: a People’s Choice Award (aka "Lord of the Wings") Read more…
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum presents... The Women of Brown by Donna Rae Pearson Twelve Black women were at the forefront of the civil rights movement as plaintiffs in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case. Unfortunately, their contributions to the civil rights movement have often been overlooked, yet they are Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Five Artists Show Opening Reception | First Friday September 6th, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through September 22nd, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas Read more…
Join us at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum on Sunday- September 8th Between 1-4pm for a Make-it-take-it Drop-in Program! Learn how to hand sew a stuffed charm with the Historical Museum building printed on the front, and a thrifted fabric of your choice on the back! Free Admission Open to Read more…
Take Flight: First Steps to Start Making Changes That Last September 9 from 6 to 7 PM CST - register at https://bit.ly/TakeFlight9924 Take Flight with our free one-hour online workshop to discover how to take your first small steps to make changes that last, redesign your change mindset, and strategies Read more…
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of anime at Anime Kansas! Engage with fellow fans through cosplay showcases, browse unique artist booths, participate in insightful panels led by passionate enthusiasts, and meet the voices behind your favorite characters in anime. Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the anime scene, Anime Read more…
Join us at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum on Saturday- September 14th for a FREE 2-Hour Make-it-Take-it Hand Sewing Workshop! Make your own bag with thrifted and recycled fabric. Personalize it even more with added optional embroidery! Reservations are requested but not required. Email edu@wichitahistory.org or call 316-265-9314. The lesson Read more…
Sept. 20 – Free Study Hall Webinar 11:30 to 12:30 PM - register at https://bit.ly/TakeFlight92024 Take Flight: First Steps to Start Making Changes That Last Take Flight with our free one-hour online workshop to discover how to take your first small steps to make changes that last, redesign your change Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Alexandria Olthoff & Emily Ritter Opening Reception | First Friday October 4th, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through October 20th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE Read more…
Join us on October 6, 2024 as Jim Mason presents on Rea Woodman and we celebrate the addition of her name into the Plaza of Heroines at Wichita State University. Free and open to the public 2pm - Presentation on Rea Woodman at the Museum (2nd Floor DeVore Auditorium) 204 Read more…
Have you ever seen so many Christmas trees in one place? Join us at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum for a tour of our Miniature Christmas Tree Exhibit and explore the history of holiday trees. Create your own ornament to take home and add to your own seasonal decor! Tours Read more…
Are you a small business leader seeking to enhance the well-being of your employees and yourself? The Benefits Fair for Small Businesses is your opportunity to connect with local providers and advisors offering a range of plans, programs, and memberships designed to support your success. Learn about resources in:✪ Healthcare such as Read more…
This is an incredible chance to see Disney’s Beauty and the Beast performed locally, complete with a live orchestra, stunning sets and costumes, and an amazing cast! Did you know that after December 2024, Disney will be pausing all productions of Beauty and the Beast to prepare for their 30th Read more…
Join us for an exciting weekend at the Wichita Emerald City Tattoo Expo! This Halloween-themed tattoo expo is perfect for families and tattoo enthusiasts alike. Enjoy live tattooing sessions with world-class artists, hair and piercing services, and a variety of fun activities for all ages. Kids can participate in trick-or-treating, Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Serena Salerno & Deber Opening Reception | First Friday November 1st, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through November 24th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Read more…
Join us for an unforgettable evening where joy, vulnerability, and human connection come to life through six captivating performances. Headlining the evening is the world premiere of Artistic Director Regina Klenjoski’s newest creation, Nest, a poignant reflection on the grace of letting go. Through this intimate work, Klenjoski contemplates the Read more…
Join us for an unforgettable evening where joy, vulnerability, and human connection come to life through six captivating performances. Headlining the evening is the world premiere of Artistic Director Regina Klenjoski’s newest creation, Nest, a poignant reflection on the grace of letting go. Through this intimate work, Klenjoski contemplates the Read more…
Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum presents... Researching Your Home and the People Who Lived There by Diana Staresinic-Deane Researching a property, be it an old home, a new business, or a section of pastureland, can do more than tell us the history of a space. It can also build a human Read more…
Change how you gift and change the world! This market features charitable gifts with suggested donations starting at only $1.00, as well as fair-trade décor and accessories, and more. Alternative gifts support Wichita families in poverty, stock American food pantries, provide educational resources to kids in low-income countries, and send Read more…
