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Downtown Events

Revolutions: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union
Tuesday, June 16
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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Wichita Wind Surge vs. Springfield Cardinals
Tuesday, June 16
Equity Bank Park

Equity Bank Park is home to the Wichita Wind Surge, the Double-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins. It sits on the west bank of the Arkansas River in downtown Wichita, offering great views of the action on the field and of the city’s core. From fireworks and giveaways to appreciation nights and pet-friendly games, fans will enjoy a variety of special activities throughout the season.


Contact Madison Johnson at (316) 221-8000 or info@windsurge.com
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Origami in the Garden
Tuesday, June 16
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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Botanica & Wichita Rose Society Photography Contest
Tuesday, June 16
Botanica Wichita

Calling all photographers! Enter the Botanica & Wichita Rose Society Photography Contest and showcase the beauty, diversity, and elegance of roses and gardens.

Whether you're a seasoned photographer or a passionate hobbyist, this is your chance to capture nature at its finest and compete for cash prizes.

Contest Details

  • Entry Deadline: July 19, 2026 at 11:59 PM
  • Entry Fee: $20 for up to 5 images
  • Grand Prize: $500
  • Category Winners: $200

Important Information

  • All entries must be submitted online through the official entry form.
  • Participants must agree to the contest rules.
  • Entrants must be 18 years of age or older.

Enter at: https://botanica.org/photo-contest/


Contact Dr. Lynette Zimmerman at (316) 264-0448 or lzimmerman@botanica.org
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Dome Theater Shows at Exploration Place
Tuesday, June 16
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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