Downtown Wichita - 120 E. 1st St N.

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.

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Downtown Events

Origami in the Garden
Monday, May 4
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 4
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 4
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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Take Flight All April Long
Monday, May 4
GROW Plant Bar

 

Dates: April 1 – May 5 Join us at GROW as we roll out a new flight each week, giving you a taste of what’s to come this season.

Weekly Flight Lineup 

Week 1: Limoncello Flights (April 1–6) Straight from our patio party—featuring Lavender, Dragonfruit, and OG.

Week 2: Mystery Flight (April 8–13) A little surprise, a little spice—get a first taste of upcoming summer flavors.

Week 3: Best Seller Flight (April 15–20) A lineup of our most popular drinks of the season.

Week 4: Spring Garden Flight (April 22–27) Celebrating Earth Week with flavors inspired by our Spring Garden World.

Week 5: Margarita Flight (April 29–May 5) Cinco de Mayo week featuring margarita flights and ending with our biggest Plant Bingo yet.

Details 

Flights rotate weekly and are available during regular business hours while supplies last.

Additional events, including Plant Bingos and ticketed experiences, are scheduled throughout this time. See individual event listings for details and tickets.


Contact Heather Giesen at (316) 869-7474 or growplantbar@gmail.com
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Cinco De Mayo & Mystery Terrarium Weekend
Monday, May 4
GROW Plant Bar

Cinco de Mayo Weekend at GROW

Dates: May 1–4
Location: GROW Plant Bar

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo weekend at GROW with a lineup of drinks, DIY, and plant-filled experiences all weekend long.

What to Expect

  • Mini margarita flights
  • Mystery terrarium builds with limited Cinco-themed options
  • DIY plant bar experiences available all weekend
  • A high-energy, come-and-go atmosphere

Featured Event

Ticketed Plant Bingo on May 5 with high-stakes prizes.
See separate event listing for tickets and details.


Contact Heather Giesen at (316) 869-7474 or www.growplantbar.com
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