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This traveling exhibit features 13 panels that focus on how communities in Douglas County were populated. A variety of stories are included in the exhibit that was funded by... details>>
AAA estimates that 112.5 million Americans traveled over Christmas and New Year holidays in 2018 (about 1-in-3 Americans). The vast majority—more than 102 million—drove to... details>>
Join us for Final Friday as we host a free screening of Kevin Willmott's acclaimed documentary, "William Allen White: What's the Matter With Kansas?" Editor Mark von Schlemmer... details>>
Take our Black History Month Challenge! How much do you know about Black History? Test your knowledge and win a prize. Answer all the questions on our challenge and... details>>
7/25/2018 8:30:00 AM | Independence, MO
Archaeology in the Classroom for Teachers, Interpreters and Museum Docents
Learn how to incorporate archaeology into your classroom or other educational setting! Participants will receive full instruction in archaeological science and a complete curriculum guide and materials. For more information click on the link! https://www.trumanlibrary.org/educatio.htm...details >>
7/25/2018 10:00:00 AM | Olathe, KS
Day Out with Frank and Ella
Wednesdays & Thursdays in June & July Enjoy a different theme of history each week with lots of hands on activities and crafts! Scheduled Themes: Mad Scientists: 1860s style! 7/25 & 7/26...details >>
7/25/2018 10:00:00 AM | Kansas City, MO
For All the World to See
This nationally touring NEH on The Road exhibition examines visual culture and the struggle for racial equality in America (1940s to 1970s). Visitors explore compelling and persuasive images, including photographs from magazines like Life, Jet, and Ebony; CBS news footage; and clips from The Ed Sullivan Show. Also included are civil rights-era objects that exemplify the range of negative and positive imagery. View the exhibit during regular hours Tuesdays-Fridays; and Saturdays by appointment....details >>
7/25/2018 12:00:00 PM | Kansas City, KS
Movie in the Park - Jumanji
Grab a blanket, or bring a lawn chair and join the Wyandotte County/Kansas City Kansas Parks and Recreation for a free outdoor movie and popcorn under the stars! Call the office for more information. Kaw Point was a significant spot in the journey of Lewis and Clark. Arrive a little early, and explore the park to learn about its history, walk along the Lewis and Clark Heritage Trail, or just enjoy the view of the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas rivers....details >>
7/25/2018 7:00:00 PM | Shawnee, KS
Jammin’ on the Green with the Vine Street Rumble Jazz Orchestra
Vine Street Rumble Jazz Orchestra will be back to once again jam at Shawnee Town. Under the direction of Kent Rausch, this 14-piece band will perform the same outrageously exciting music that made Kansas City THE place to be in the 20s through 40s. You don’t want to miss this! Light refreshments provided....details >>
7/25/2018 7:30:00 PM | Lawrence, KS
Friends of Oak Hill Cemetery Meeting
Our next meeting for Friends of Oak Hill Cemetery is at Lawrence Public Library, Room C, downstairs. We will be finalizing the bylaws. Shannon and I have a rough draft completed and will be sending it out to everyone. If you have any suggestions after you see the document, let us know, either by email or at the meeting. We will also try to elect officers. We have four who are willing to serve on the board. We need you!...details >>
