Nicknamed the 'Round Mound of Sound,' The Cotillion has been a staple when it comes to entertainment in Wichita. Built in 1960, this gem of a venue has hosted various outstanding live music performances. In the past this stellar venue, with its beautifully illuminated stage, has featured legends such Louis Armstrong, Muddy Waters and B.B. King. Music-admirers from far away cities still flock to the venue to watch their favorite artists. Apart from concerts, the venue also hosts comedy shows, grand wedding receptions and other major events.
The Loony Bin Comedy Club brings the laughs to Wichita. Come prepared for an evening of entertainment. Grab a drink and enjoy the show; you can also enjoy selections from their food menu, including hot wings, cheese fries, a cheeseburger, or a hot dog. They have weekly specials like ladies' nights and discounts for college students.
Feel like you've traveled back in time at this museum, where costumed actors recreate the lifestyle of a cattle town from the 1870s. This sprawling museum is designed as a working town complete with residential houses, an industrial area, a farm and various other elements that comprised a town back in the day. Well-thought-out re-enactments of scenes from daily life make this an interesting attraction for kids as well as adults. The Hunter Area, Drovers Camp, DeVore Farm and the Industrial Area are some of the prominent living exhibits of the museum. In addition to this, the Empire Hall showcases an extensive collection of historical artifacts. The gift shop on site has unique souvenirs and tours are available.
Learn about Wichita's history, as well as that of the surrounding area at The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum. Over four floors of exhibits, you'll discover interesting facts about the city from past centuries. "The Spirit of Wichita" is an exhibit showcasing the history if the city through the early 20th Century, including the Dust Bowl. Located in a building that once served as city hall, this attraction is steeped in history - a must visit for anyone hoping to learn about the area's rich past.
The mission at Exploration Place is to make learning about science fun and interesting for kids and adults alike. Exhibits are creative and interactive, like the Big Mouth, where you can walk up to a huge, anatomically correct replica of the human mouth and learn about teeth, gums and good oral hygiene. There's plenty of rental space available here for meetings or a special event. Kids love birthday parties here!
The Kansas Aviation Museum provides a detailed, interesting information about Kansas aviation. You can stroll through and look at 40 aircrafts and engines or browse through the archive containing books, photographs and other artifacts and documents associated with aviation.