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Revolutions: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union
Monday, May 25
Wichita Art Museum

Revolutions: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union

In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Revolutions features artwork from the Wichita Art Museum that explores the ongoing revolutions of American history, from the birth of our nation in the American Revolutionary War, the women’s suffrage movement, the American labor movement, the civil rights era, to special commissions created for America’s bicentennial celebration in 1976.

This exhibition is on view April 4, 2026 – March 25, 2028.


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Origami in the Garden
Monday, May 25
Botanica Wichita

ORIGAMI IN THE GARDEN, created by Santa Fe artists Jennifer and Kevin Box is a monumental outdoor sculpture exhibition. Box takes origami to another level, transforming paper into museum quality metal sculpture through processes he has pioneered in teamwork with foundries, fabrication shops, and his studio staff. The exhibit features Box's own compositions as well as collaborations with world-renowned origami artists Tim Armijo, Te Jui Fu, Beth Johnson, Michael G. LaFosse, and Robert J. Lang. These remarkable artworks feel at home in the wondrous setting of botanical gardens, since paper originates in plant life and origami is make of paper. A personalized audio tour is available on your cell phone so hat you may call in and listen to the artists speak about the work. 

Origami, meaning "folding paper" in Japanese, reflects the essence of creativity: making something out of (basically) nothing. Start with a simple square piece of paper. Apply the art of origami, folding the paper in a creative way to produce an elegant object - a soaring bird, gliding plane, galloping pony, floating boat, or an emerging butterfly.


Contact Dr. Lynette Zimmerman at (316) 264-0448 or lzimmerman@botanica.org
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Dome Theater Shows at Exploration Place
Monday, May 25
Exploration Place

Whether your visit includes exploring the exhibits or catching a show on its own, the Dome theater is a Wichita attraction not to be missed!

Immerse yourself under the soaring 60-foot screen with a 360-degree view and booming surround sound in the largest dome theater in Kansas. Experience first hand why the magnitude of an immersive cinematic journey, developed specifically for the curved complexities of a dome screen, can’t be replicated in a traditional theater setting. The only question is… where do you want the Dome to take you?

 


Contact Erin Manning at (316) 660-0600 or erin.manning@exploration.org
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Ripple in Traditions
Monday, May 25
Mid-America All-Indian Museum

"Ripple in Traditions" is a traveling art exhibition featuring BIPOC women and two-spirit artists who interpret how traditions evolve over time. It will be on view at Mid-America All-Indian Museum from March 7 through June 6, 2026. Curated by Carly Treece, Rae Riggs, and Brittany Bendabout of Four Mothers Collective, the show explores generational stories and cultural practices.

It was first presented at Positive Space Tulsa in November 2024, and included diverse mediums like film, paintings, digital art, ceramics, and jewelry.


(316) 350-3340 or maaim@wichita.gov
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"The Story of How K-State Integrated the Big 12 Conference" by Ken Neaderhiser
Monday, May 25
The Kansas African American Museum

In the fall of 1949, K-State football players Harold Robinson and Hoyt Givens broke the Big 7 (now Big 12) Conference’s color barrier, competing at and against segregated schools in direct defiance of conference norms. Their courage marked one of the earliest integrations in collegiate athletics.

Led by the university president Milton Eisenhower, who championed the integration of all campus facilities. While it took three years and ten athletes across five sports before another school followed, Kansas State had already set a powerful precedent.

Today, this moment stands as one of the greatest accomplishments in school history. A testament to bold leadership and coming together for a shared purpose in pursuit of equality.

Join us to hear firsthand account from Ken about this pivotal milestone both in collegiate athletics and civil rights history.

$3 admission, free to members and open to the public
Coffee and pastries provided
Validated parking
Wheelchair accessible


Contact Kay Officer at (316) 262-7651 or info@tkaamuseum.org
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