Inaugurated in 1901, McAdams Park has delighted the families of Wichita for over a century. A verdant oasis of the city, the park has several well-paved paths covered with a canopy of trees making it perfect for a morning run or an evening stroll. The park's carefully-manicured landscapes are perfect for bringing a picnic, while the ball diamonds and tennis courts are ideal for local matches and tournaments.
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.
The Original Pizza Hut Museum, located on the Wichita State University campus, stands as a tribute to the globally recognized Pizza Hut chain. It's a special place that tells the story of how Pizza Hut started. Back in 1958, two guys named Dan and Frank Carney opened the very first Pizza Hut restaurant nearby. When you go inside the museum, you'll see lots of cool old stuff from the early days of Pizza Hut. There are pictures from a long time ago, and even some of the original things they used to make pizza. You can learn about how Pizza Hut became a famous place to get pizza all over the world. The museum is also a fun place to learn about how businesses grow. There are things you can touch and play with, and you can see how Pizza Hut has changed over the years. It's not just a museum; it's also a way to learn about how people make big companies.
A visit to Tanganyika Wildlife Park fulfills the dual goals of an educational and fun-filled outing for the entire family. One can view common, rare and endangered species such as clouded leopards, Purple-capped Lories, Nigerian Dwarf Goats, domestic ferrets, Southern Three-Banded Armadillos and Huachuca Mountain Kingsnakes. Keep an eye out for special events like Pumpkins at the Park, Safari Splashdown and Twilight Hours. This park conducts safari classes and other educational activities for students and scouts. It also runs the Species Survival Fund for wildlife conservation. One can host birthday parties and weddings at this much-loved family park.
Douglas Avenue is one of the main streets in Wichita. Walk along the street and you'll see numerous sculptures. There are businesses all around, including restaurants and shops. Stop in one of the museums or galleries to see works from local artists. Whether you're looking to shop for some gently used clothes at thrift stores, enjoy a cup of coffee, or just take a nice stroll, Douglas Avenue is a great option.