For more than 40 years, the Wichita Children’s Theatre & Dance Center has been a staple of the Wichita Arts Community. A non-profit theatre and dance school, its mission is to provide arts opportunities to young people of all ages and backgrounds in Wichita and the surrounding area. Now with satellite schools at Marks Arts in east Wichita and in downtown El Dorado, the Wichita Children’s Theatre & Dance Center is proud to enhance the cultural life of south-central Kansas by providing the highest quality performing arts education to its youth.
Old Cowtown Museum’s collections reflect aspects of life on the frontier in the late 1860s and 1870s. They include historic structures and their period furnishings, clothing and domestic textiles, tools and machinery, farming equipment and rolling stock. An archival collection of photographs, letters, and documents also provide primary source material for historical research. A separate study collection and reproductions are used by costumed history interpreters to bring this historical period to life.
There are 54 historic and recreated buildings at Cowtown located along the banks of the Arkansas River that are open to visitors all year long. Twenty-seven of the buildings are original and have been relocated to the grounds from Wichita and other sites in Kansas. Relocation of these structures protected them from demolition and preserved them for the future.
Our Vision: To provide a world class Museum experience, advancing the understanding and exploration of the rich historical and cultural heritage of Wichita and Sedgwick County Kansas.
Our Mission: The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum’s mission is to educate the community and its visitors about local history by collecting, preserving, and interpreting materials reflecting the heritage of Wichita and Sedgwick County.
We are a dance studio for kids ages 3-18. We offer a variety of classes in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary and more. We have multiple performance opportunities throughout the year, and also have competitive teams. We are a small studio and focus on injury prevention, technique, and having a fun and invited atmosphere.
Since its humble beginnings in 1962, visitors from across the globe have come to Hutchinson to discover the inspiration that can only be found at the Cosmosphere.
Whether you are six or sixty, the Cosmosphere has a camp for you. Discover the solar system; learn about flight; train like an astronaut; or examine space travel. Cosmosphere campers spread their wings, expand their minds, and have fun they won’t find anywhere else on Earth. Do it all this summer at the Cosmosphere! Discover more at cosmo.org/camps.
“The Wichita Toy Train Club” (WTTC) is an organization of collectors and operators for both classic tinplate and current hi-rail trains. Club members are generally oriented toward “O-gauge” (Lionel, MTH, Atlas, Williams, Weaver, Marx) and “S-gauge” (American Flyer). Some members are also interested in the larger “G” and smaller “HO” and “N” gauges, with some extensive layouts house at our museum. Come visit us, and we can put you in touch with many other model toy organizations.
Smarter, more relaxed, less anxious, and less stress. Those are just some of the benefits that science has shown come from drumming. Let me introduce your child to the wonderful world of drumming all the benefits that a life filled with music can bring them.
Patty Kirkpatrick brings 10+ years of experience from teaching performance in the Wichita area, including having taught in Andale and Maize. She taught music in public schools for 7 years, theatre at the Wichita Children’s Theatre, and has been playing piano for over 30 years. She has her Master of Arts in Teaching, B.A. in Music Theatre, and is fully Kodaly certified. Patty has a passion for figuring out what “works” for the individual learner and watching them grow both personally and musically.
Lessons are held at Airhouse Music Academy in Wichita.
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Exhibits and animals highlighting all that KS nature has to offer. Paved hiking trails and programs.
Who is Seckman Music Studio?
Seckman Music Studio is your solution to boring music lessons. We offer a variety of lessons, classes, and workshops for budding musicians in the Wichita metro area! What all does the studio offer?
- Private Lessons for Piano, Drums and Percussion, Voice, and Electronic Music Production.
- Group Piano Lessons for Kids and Adults
- KiddyKeys Pre-School Music classes
- Ask about bringing KiddyKeys to your daycare!
- Pinot and Piano Adult “Sip & Play” Classes.
- Classes and Workshops throughout the year:
- Blast-Off with Piano – crash course for beginners.
- Chop Chapel for High School percussionists.
- Bucket Drumming Jams
- And many more!
For more information about us and our studio, please contact us directly. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
Rock River Rapids is a full service Aquatic Park with Concessions, Lockers (provide your own lock), a Bathhouse and Gift Counter. There are numerous areas at the park liberally equipped with lounge chairs for relaxing. The Park is staffed with Supervisors and a security officer to ensure you have a comfortable and safe stay at the Park.
Class levels are offered from beginning through advanced and in all varieties of dance. Classes run fall through spring with some younger dance classes available for shorter sessions in the spring. Summer sessions run June and July in addition to out-of-state college programs. Re-conditioning classes are offered through the month of August. Each spring WSPA features a spring performance for students who have been enrolled since fall.
Additionally, WSPA offers a Dance Repertoire Theatre by audition every other year. Dancers in repertoire are featured in a fall concert and other community performing opportunities throughout the year.
We (Laura Hoobler and Tiffany Peterson) started this adventure five years ago when we were looking for summer activities to do with our own children. We provide classes for 2 years old to 6 years old where we love sharing stories, singing, using instruments, and moving!
Please, be sure to check out our Facebook Page for more information, read reviews, and to register. Questions welcome through our email and messenger.
Laura & Tiffany
The Loony Bin Comedy Club has regular shows most Wednesdays and every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Visit loonybincomedy.com for full schedule.
YWDS opened in 1963 and has been providing exceptional training in a variety of areas of dance for over 50 years! Janna Kaba, director and owner since 1984, has been inspiring and instilling a passion for dance in many young people! Along with a caring staff, we are dedicated to provide a fun and healthy program while building strong self-esteem and confidence in every child.
We offer both recreational dance and a strong Competitive program.
“Dance lessons are life lessons” – Joe Tremaine
The Best Damm Music Center in the World! We provide musical instrument sales, lessons and repairs. Locally owned & operated in Wichita since 2003.
Multi-course dinners showcasing local ingredients. $58 per person with optional wine pairing for $15. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening from April 5th through December 23rd, 2018. Also Wednesdays in June and July. Reservations required.
BRAMBLE CAFE
2018 Dates: May 12th to July 28th.
Reservations are required for You-Pick. If your chosen date is full, please join the waiting list.
Raeann’s Fancy Footwork for Dance/Gymnastics is located in Derby, KS and offers year round classes.
Wichita’s elite cheerleading & tumbling program for ages 3-18.
Prairie Pines Playhouse has been home to an annual holiday dinner theatre experience since 2004. Our theatre, originally a tractor barn, has undergone several renovations and additions in the past 13 years. Our latest renovation, in 2016, included the addition of three tiers to the back half of the floor, creating a better viewing experience for all of our guests.
In 2015, Prairie Pines Playhouse added mystery dinners throughout the year. We now offer a spring and summer show.
You can expect an all-inclusive evening designed for your complete entertainment. A high energy, hilarious mystery theatre production is played between our delicious 3 or 4-course dinner. The actors and servers will serve dinner directly to your table and actors interact with guests throughout the night. Dinner menus change for each show. A holiday meal is offered for November and December. Our spring show offers a premium prime rib option. Our summer show will include a light seasonal meal. Prairie Pines also offers a full bar and specialty drink menu.
Prairie Pines Playhouse has created the perfect environment for your group or company gathering. Our venue is ideal for company parties during the holidays or throughout the year. During our spring and summer show, groups can request and reserve private shows. Company buyout nights are also available for our spring, summer or winter show. And don’t forget about us for your birthday parties and date nights.
We invite you to visit Prairie Pines Playhouse for a memorable evening. You can book your seats online or by calling our office. We hope to see you soon!