The LUX is set on developing a unique sense of community and place in Downtown Wichita while keeping true to the building's original 1950s character. It's modern, Downtown living—in a city that is in the midst of a great revitalization! Join us.
City living possesses an energy, a buzz. Out your window there's amazing architecture - rich in history. You can walk to grab a bite to eat or go see a concert. You CAN have urban living in Wichita when you live at The LUX. Go on. Find your new home Downtown.
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Residents of The LUX have the convenience of never leaving the building for stellar coffee and noms. Placeholder Coffee is located on the first floor of The LUX. It’s your pit stop before work, for a bite to eat or perhaps between episodes.
See what else we have to offerSee the Wichita Wind Surge take on the Springfield Cardinals at Equity Bank Park.
People often want to know what inspired me create this joyful, large-scale steel and glass sculpture exhibit. Mainly I am responding to the concept of "entomophilia' — the love of insects- particularly pollinators, without which the Earth we know would not exist. If my exhibit can foster a deeper understanding of insects, birds and other animals and how we all co-exist, then the time and hard work I dedicated to the making of Glass in Flight 2 will have been worthwhile."
- Artist, Alex Heveri
Nestled in the heart of Wichita, amidst lush greenery, vibrant trees, peaceful streams and bodies of water, and stunning blooms, Glass in Flight 2 by Alex Heveri comes to Botanica—not just a collection of striking outdoor sculptures—but a story of transformation and beauty.
Glass in Flight 2, a collection that embraces the role of pollinators and celebrates the intersection of art and nature. The sculptures were carefully designed and crafted, each one a masterpiece of vibrant, kiln-fired glass and metalwork. Her work captures intricate details of wings, dynamic movement, and the relationship of color and light.
"It is an honor to exhibit Glass in Flight 2 at Botanica. The Wichita Gardens is so rich in color and in clear, Plains sunlight, that the sculptures will dazzle and appear "alive."
- Artist, Alex Heveri
Strategically placed throughout the Gardens, the sculptures create moments of surprise and delight. Large-scale luminous dragonflies, vibrant butterflies, playful hummingbirds, and much more serve as a visual reminder of the intricate connection between art, science, and the natural world, sparking curiosity in visitors of all ages.
“It is more than a collection of sculptures—in every flutter of light and color, Glass in Flight 2 invites us to dream and take flight in our own way,” said Dr. Zimmerman.
For a limited-time, Glass in Flight 2 will become a treasured part of the Gardens—a symbol of the harmony between Wichita’s natural beauty and its innovative spirit. This exhibition is included in general admission and is free to members.
Talk Summary
African American musicians from 1860-1920 are often part of an under-told story in Kansas history from 1860-1920. Not defined as traditionally Black music, these musicians played in mandolin quartets, cornet bands, orchestras, and string bands. They performed as itinerant musicians and jubilee singers at civic events, weddings, fairs, barn dances, and private homes. They were an important feature of the musical landscape of Kansas, and their history mirrors the history of Kansas itself: the struggle of abolition, the Civil War, and Western migration. This talk explores the dynamic musical history of African Americans, and the social and cultural impacts in Kansas.
Speaker Bio - Lem Sheppard
Lem was born in Kansas City, Kansas, and by the time he was 9 years old he was frequently playing guitar with the sons of Kansas City blues veterans. In 1999, he was nominated by a congressional committee to represent the state of Kansas in a solo performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. He composed and performed the soundtrack to the PBS documentary Black White & Brown, has received awards from The Kansas Folklore Society, The Oklahoma Blues Hall of Fame and was a National Finalist in the Telluride Acoustic Blues Challenge. In addition to being an accomplished musician, Lem is also an accomplished lecturer.
In 2017 Lem received the Meritorious Achievement Award from his Alma Mater, Pittsburg State University at Pittsburg Kansas.
special thanks
This program is brought to us by Humanities Kansas, an independent nonprofit leading a movement of ideas to empower the people of Kansas to strengthen their communities and our democracy.
Every Thursday come plant & Sip!
$2 OFF our signature Cocktails & Mocktails.
BYOP-Bring your Own Pot, purchase a plant from us & Pot it for FREE at our Plant bar. (Soil only)
Let your little ones dive into a world of creativity, care, and green fun with our Summer Experiences for Kids at GROW Plant Bar! This all-summer-long program invites young nature lovers to:
Adopt a Moss Ball or Plant Pet
Choose from a 6–12 month or 1–2 year-old moss ball or a sweet little plant, housed in a cozy critter-style aquarium. Kids will decorate their pet’s new home with fun supplies and mystery trinket bags, name their new friend, and receive a special coloring adoption certificate to take home!
Creative Add-Ons & Activities
Each adoption comes with an interactive coloring page and craft station where kids can personalize their adoption certificate and habitat décor.
Mystery DIY Packs
Feeling adventurous? Choose a mystery pack at your preferred price point and unwrap a fun surprise activity to enjoy in-store or take home!
Perfect for walk-ins, family outings, or rainy-day fun, this experience is a magical way to spark imagination, responsibility, and creativity in young guests all summer long.
Available anytime during store hours at GROW Plant Bar in downtown Wichita. No reservation required!
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