Opened in 1987, these gardens were a collaboration between the Wichita Area Garden Council and the City of Wichita. They include an aquatic collection, a butterfly garden, a butterfly house, a greenhouse for tropical plants, a rock garden, a rose garden, a sensory garden, a Shakespearean garden, and more. They opened a children's garden in 2011 that features several themed areas for kids.
Learn about local plants and wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center. Inside, exhibits like Kansas Wildlife and Prairies of the World are educational for both kids and adults. Outside, trails provide the perfect opportunity to view some of the flora and fauna you learned about inside. Remember your trip here with something from the gift shop - it offers a variety of books, toys, and other fun memorabilia.
The Wichita Art Museum is one of the largest art museums in all of Kansas. Opened in 1935, it has a sterling collection of American art. The art collection of approximately 7,000 works spanning over three centuries includes sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts. It boasts works by illustrious artists like Mary Cassat, Winslow Homer, and many more. The museum has a unique area known as The Living Room where visitors can try their hand at creating their art. The museum also features a cafe and a store where gift items made by local artists are available.
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.
Established in 2001 by Lorna and Dr. John Kardatzke, the Museum of World Treasures is a non-profit organization, associated with the American Alliance of Museums. It is known as one of the best global historical museums in Kansas. Take a trip to the three-story gallery, displaying realistic dinosaur models, ancient civilizations, Egyptian mummies, wars, prominent figures, and more. The Museum of World Treasures also hosts private events and meetings. What better place to host your theme wedding or birthday party?
The Ulrich Museum of Art was established in 1974 and is named after New York businessman Edwin A. Ulrich, who donated over 300 paintings by Frederick Judd Waugh to the museum. The museum has a striking appearance on the outside and houses two galleries. The Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection has over 70 statues. These include the works of eminent artists like Luis Jiménez, Henry Moore, Louise Nevelson and others. The museum provides free guided tours.
Built in 1887, Warkentin House served as a residence to Bernhard Warkentin and Wilhelmina Eisenmayer Warkentin. The spot now operates as a museum that consists of furnishings, furniture and other elements of the Warkentin family. Visiting this museum gives you a glimpse of the then everyday life of the Warkentin family. The beautiful Victorian house consists of a foyer area, A parlor and music room, bedrooms, dining room, A kitchen and a library. If you are someone who loves history and research, this spot is a must visit.
An enjoyable visit for all sports fans, the Wichita Sports Hall of Fame honor those who have brought accolades to the state. From baseball to basketball, to tennis, soccer, bowling, auto racing, and more, the facility pays tribute to those who have excelled and contributed in game, both on field and off it. The museum has sports mementos from different athletic endeavors and uniforms, trophies and other items belonging to varied players and teams from Kansas.
Run by the students, the Lowell D. Holmes Museum of Anthropology is located in the Neff Hall of Wichita State University. Dedicated to the Asmat tribe of New Guinea, the facility has one of the largest collection of Asmat art in the country. Different artefacts and artworks are preserved and displayed here with care, each of which is associated with a ritual or myth of the tribe. Traditional and cultural artefacts from other tribes from around the globe also adorn the walls of the museum. You can visit the facility free of charge to explore rare cultures and admire their art.
The Great Plains Transportation Museum consists of two levels. Downstairs, at the gift shop, you'll be able to get t-shirts, collectibles, books, toys, and other items relating to transportation. Upstairs, the exhibits include railroad artifacts, signs, and other memorabilia. By far the most popular attraction is the collection of antique locomotives outside. Kids and adults can actually explore inside the locomotives, seeing all the controls and machinery. Employees are knowledgeable and will be able to answer your questions about the exhibits.
The museum was founded in the year 1983 and is housed in the former Santa Fe Depot. Historically the depot was built in the year 1910 and served as an important depot, but by the early 1970s the depot was used only by railroad repair, and by the year 1981 it was taken over by the Historical Society. Today the venue serves as a museum and is dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of the history of the region. Visitors interested in the history of Mulvane City can call at 316 777 0506 and arrange a tour.
Opened in 1987, these gardens were a collaboration between the Wichita Area Garden Council and the City of Wichita. They include an aquatic collection, a butterfly garden, a butterfly house, a greenhouse for tropical plants, a rock garden, a rose garden, a sensory garden, a Shakespearean garden, and more. They opened a children's garden in 2011 that features several themed areas for kids.