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Lawrence 1970s Project
Since 2020, the Watkins Museum has hosted a series of events to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1970s. Events related to the 1970s will be hosted throughout the city until […]
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Scavenger Hunt Saturdays!
A great activity for kids up to age 10. Every Saturday at the Watkins is Scavenger Hunt Saturday: Drop by the museum to search for objects around the building and […]
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Watkins Tiny Tours: Snapshot Stories (Photography)
Watkins Museum of History 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS, United StatesTiny Tours is a popular, free museum series for kids age 3-5 and their grownups. Activities offer a play-based approach to learning and include stories, crafting, and more! Register your […]
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Remember the First Ladies: The Legacies of America’s History-Making Women
Watkins Museum of History 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS, United StatesRemember the First Ladies is a groundbreaking book showing the evolutionary role of first lady and its historic importance on the American presidency. The book shines a light on the influential women who […]
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Remembering Two Kansas Poets: William Stafford and Ronda Miller
Watkins Museum of History 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS, United StatesWe invite you to a special version of the annual "Celebration of William Stafford." This year, the poetry community will gather to mark not only the 111th birthday of famed […]
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Stevens & Brand Exhibit Opening Reception
Watkins Museum of History 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS, United States
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Amplifying Untold Stories: What We’ve Learned from the Oak Hill Potter’s Field Project
Watkins Museum of History 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS, United StatesDr. Blair Schneider, Associate Researcher and Science Outreach Manager for the Kansas Geological Survey, will give an update on the Oak Hill Cemetery Potter's Field Remembrance Project. She'll also discuss […]
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Karl Ramberg: A Sculptor’s Life
Watkins Museum of History 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS, United StatesKarl Ramberg, a respected local artist for many years, will bring his legendary craftsmanship to the Watkins on February 26. Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening as Karl tells stories […]
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Watkins Tiny Tours: Seeing the Story
Watkins Museum of History 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS, United StatesTiny Tours is a popular, free museum series for kids age 3-5 and their grownups. Activities offer a play-based approach to learning and include stories, crafting, and more! Register your […]
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Youth Advisory Team Interest Meeting
Watkins Museum of History 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS, United States
Curtis Marsh: KU’s Greatest Hits
Watkins Museum of History 1047 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS, United StatesAs the 160th anniversary of the University of Kansas approaches, there is no one better to celebrate with than KU expert Curtis Marsh! Join us as Curtis shares stories of […]
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