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ALL IN THE FAMILY
Reconnect in Lawrence with an abundance of family activities that are sure to make memories.
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HISTORY IN THE MAKING
Lawrence’s fiery history has shaped the community of today and is retold and interpreted throughout the city.
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BACK TO NATURE
Rolling hills, Clinton Lake and the Kansas River present endless outdoor entertainment options.
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GOOD SPORTS
Whether you want to watch or play the game, Lawrence has you covered.
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GIRLS' WEEKEND
We all need a break. Bring your group here and recharge with shopping, dining, accommodations and nightlife.
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COLLEGE TOWN AT HEART
School spirit abounds here and student inhabitants bring a youthfulness and vibrancy that’s impossible to ignore.
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ART OF A CITY
Find out where to soak up the culture in this college town that’s full of big city sophistication.
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42 ACCOMMODATIONS
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LAWRENCE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER
Make the Lawrence Visitor Information Center your first stop in Lawrence. The center’s friendly volunteers can help you plan your stay with personalized assistance. You can also view the film Lawrence: Free State Fortress and learn about the dramatic history that shaped Lawrence into the vibrant community it is today. The center is located in a renovated Union Pacific train depot at North Second and Locust Streets, just north of Downtown Lawrence across the Kansas River Bridge. An average of 100 freight trains still pass by the Visitor Center each day. Other information available at the center includes: • Free 25-minute docudrama film about Lawrence’s fiery history • Quantrill’s Raid, Old West Lawrence, Historic Cemeteries, Historic Trails, Underground Railroad self-guided tour brochures • John Brown of Kansas historic tour brochure • Local biking and hiking trail map • Downtown Lawrence Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit information • Haskell Indian Nations University information and historic walking tour • University of Kansas information • Information on other Northeast Kansas sites and attractions
• Vera Bradley • Polish Pottery • Lampe Berger • Jim Shore Designs • Aromatique Fragrances • Department 56 Lit Houses • Byers' Choice Carolers • Wide Variety of Flannels • Old World Christmas • Snowbabies
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• WoodWick & Trapp Candles
The National Trust for Historic Preservation named Lawrence as one of its Dozen Distinctive Destinations in 2000.
• 100% Cotton quilting fabrics • Large selection of patterns & books • Counted cross stitch • Friendly, helpful sales staff
family
Load up your gang and head to Lawrence, where you’ll find big old fossils, bigtime basketball, parks, pools and plenty more to please all your people. Family memories are just waiting to be made so hit the road. What are you waiting for?
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niquely inviting, yet cosmopolitan for its size, Lawrence entices with cultural, educational and entertainment options for you and even your youngest travel companions. KU’s Natural History Museum is a must-stop, offering hands-on exhibits that the biggest and littlest among you won’t be able to resist. Exhibits focus on the diversity of the Great Plains and include fossils and living exhibits like a working beehive, snakes and fish. The museum is home to a 60-foot-long mosasaur and “Bugtown” which features crowd-pleasing live insects and interactive exhibits that explore the world from a bug’s perspective. Looking for water fun? The Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center features zero-depth entry, water slides, toy features and plenty of lounge chairs. Visiting in the fall or winter? The Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center boasts all those amenities with full locker rooms in an always comfortable indoor environment. During the summer months also be sure to check out the Wading Pool in Historic South Park. Little ones love the shallow play depths and parents love the lifeguard! When you’ve had your share of sun, find your way to Massachusetts Street and experience an authentic, vibrant downtown. One-of-a-kind shopping, dining and entertainment await. Kids love Sylas & Maddy's, a homemade ice cream joint, or 3 Spoons where you can top your own frozen yogurt. Stroll Mass. St. and browse toy stores, art galleries and boutiques. Save time to explore the public art on every corner and stop in Jefferson’s, where kids are amazed by the decorated dollar bills covering every surface.
When your wild ones need a place to run, check out one of Lawrence’s 50 city parks. If it’s indoor fun they crave, check out Jaybowl or Royal Crest Lanes for bowling. If the energy level is even higher, the Lawrence Gymnastics Academy and Jump 4 Joy offer open gym sessions where kids can jump, swing and bounce to their heart’s desire. The Midland Railway provides scenic and historic train rides. The train runs weekends and holidays throughout the summer in Baldwin City. Closer to Lawrence, do some train viewing at the Lawrence Visitor Information Center. Housed in a restored Union Pacific Depot, more than 100 trains a day still pass by just feet from the building. It’s a thrill!
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Clockwise from upper right: Learning about fossils at KU’s Natural History Museum. • Enjoying the view from Baldwin’s Midland Railway. • Splashing at the Outdoor Aquatic Center. visitlawrence.com 09
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he Kansas Territory was opened for settlement in 1854. Because of “popular sovereignty,” settlers could decide whether to admit their territory as a slave or free state. Abolitionists from New England rushed here in an effort to settle Kansas as a free state. The group named the town after their expedition’s financier, Amos Lawrence, and named the main street after their home state, Massachusetts. The conflict over slavery grew. In 1861 war broke out, and Kansas chose to enter the union as a free state. Antislavery Jayhawkers from Kansas frequently clashed with pro-slavery Bushwhackers from Missouri and Lawrence was the scene of several bloody encounters. The worst of these occurred on August 21, 1863, when William Quantrill and 400 of his raiders rode into Lawrence. They entered the city at dawn “to burn every house and kill every man.” They sacked the town for four hours, killing hundreds. The resilient citizens of Lawrence banded together to bury their dead and rebuild. Many of the homes and buildings constructed after the raid are still in use today. Lawrence’s motto, “From Ashes to Immortality,” is inspired by the efforts of these settlers. Lawrence and Douglas County are also part of the newly-enacted (FFNHA) Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area. FFNHA is comprised of 41 counties in
eastern-Kansas and western-Missouri and seeks to interpret the region’s shared history. A new exhibit that interprets this story is open at the renovated Carnegie Building in Downtown Lawrence. For more information, check out www.freedomsfrontier.org. For self-guided tours of Quantrill’s Raid, Historic Cemeteries, Historic Oregon & Santa Fe Trails, Old East Lawrence and Old West Lawrence go to visitlawrence. com where you can download podcasts or pdfs. Or, stop at the Lawrence Visitor Information Center to pick up complete tour brochures. This region’s rich heritage is also interpreted throughout Lawrence. The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics celebrates service and traces a half-century of Kansas and American history. Multi-media exhibits celebrate the life of native-son, Senator Bob Dole, and others who served our country. The Institute boasts the world’s largest stained-glass American flag and includes two steel columns retrieved from the World Trade Center. Visitors can view a multi-screen video “tour” of the legislative process that explains how Congress really works and the Institute hosts a Presidential Lecture Series, bringing nationally prominent political figures and authors to present. Dole’s personal papers are also archived here. The Civil War-era history of the region is commemorated
Lawrence’s spirit of perseverance and unwavering pride was sparked from its outset. It is often said that Lawrence is one of few cities founded purely for political reasons.
at Watkins Community Museum of History which also houses exhibits and artifacts of the area’s history including a display on the history of basketball. The Wakarusa Valley Heritage Museum is a small museum featuring exhibits of the Underground Railroad in Douglas County and highlighting the early history of Clinton Lake. Visitors can view the Freedom Rings windmill tower sculpture by local artist, Stephen Johnson. Down the road, Lecompton offers visitors another perspective on the region’s history. Lecompton’s population swelled in the 1800s as settlers, politicians and land speculators dubbed it the “Wall Street of the West.” As the town grew, so did territorial conflict. Lecompton is home to state historic site, Constitution Hall. Significant events in territorial Kansas’ history occurred there and in 1855, Lecompton was designated the permanent and only official capital of the Kansas Territory. In 1857, delegates to the Lecompton Constitutional Convention
met there to write the Lecompton Constitution, which would have admitted Kansas to the Union as a slave state. The ensuing debate catapulted Abraham Lincoln onto the political stage and hastened the country toward Civil War. Visitors see the Lecompton Constitution and learn about slavery issues in Kansas. Also in Lecompton is the Territorial Capitol/Lane Museum. Construction of the Territorial Capitol was started in 1856 and in 1865 the state deeded the unfinished building to the newly-organized Lane University. Today, the building is used as the Territorial Capitol/ Lane Museum and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A self-guided walking tour of Lecompton is available here. Black Jack Battlefield is located south of Lawrence near Baldwin City. It’s the site of the first armed conflict in the Kansas Territory between a free-state militia led by John Brown and a pro-slavery militia led by Henry Clay Pate. Trails lead from the Robert Hall Pearson Park to the historic battlefield and high prairie. Santa Fe Trail ruts can be seen on an 18-acre tract of land near the battlefield. The area offers a picnic shelter and interpretive signage. Lawrence’s history is integral to the nation’s enduring struggle for freedom and these and other sites interpret that larger story. For additional information visit us online at freedomsfrontier.org.
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Insets, clockwise from upper left: Reenactors at Black Jack Battlefield. • Historic Cemetery marker. • Dole Institute of Politics on KU’s west campus. • Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area exhibit. Bottom: Newly-opened Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area exhibit in historic Carnegie Building in Downtown Lawrence. visitlawrence.com 11
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Top: Douglas County Kansas landscape in summer. Bottom: Water skiing at Clinton Lake. Insets from left: The Downtown Lawrence Farmers’ Market offers seasonal produce. • Bald eagle sightings are common at Clinton Lake’s Dam and on the Kansas River. • Douglas County farms offer a variety of pick-your-own crops and produce through every season.
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ush, rolling hills of northeast Kansas offer an unexpected landscape for your next quest. The Baker Wetlands Research and Natural Area, a 573-acre area with 45 acres of virgin wetland, is a great bird watching locale, close to the action yet seemingly in another world. The wetlands offers foot trails and an interpretive kiosk and boardwalk, located near the north levee in the northwest quarter. Other bird watching sites include Clinton Lake and the Kansas River. The Massachusetts Street Bridge, over the Kansas River in downtown, lies above the river’s only dam. The waterfall created by it makes the river below free of ice. Between November and March it is often the only open water in the region, attracting bald eagles hungrily watching for fish. They are best viewed early in the day. For more information about the Baker Wetlands and the area, go to skyways.lib.ks.us/orgs/jayhawkaudubon. The 72-acre Prairie Park Nature Center and adjacent trails also offer bird watching opportunities. The center, a favorite for families and anyone wanting to learn about area wildlife, houses nine permanent exhibits and live animals including snakes, fish and eagles. It’s a hands-on paradise for kids. Clinton Lake, a 7,000 surface-acre reservoir with 85 miles of shoreline, has been named by Boating World Magazine as one of the 50 best lakes for boating in the country. You’ll find hiking/ biking trails, camper hookups, camping areas, picnic areas, fishing platforms and a swimming beach in five developed areas around the lake. The Clinton Lake Information Center offers information about indigenous animals, regional history, trails and lake maps. Within Clinton State Park, the Clinton Lake Marina provides boat ramps, docks, rentals and convenience store with fishing supplies. Kids love feeding the fish off the dock and watching the boats depart. Clinton State Park, on the north shore of the reservoir, offers 16 boat ramps, courtesy docks, launch areas for windsurfers/ personal watercraft, swimming beach, playgrounds and picnic shelter areas. Modern facilities add a touch of comfort and convenience to the park’s 500 campsites. Mountain bike enthusiasts enjoy the 20 miles of trails accessed via the Northshore Trail.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages four parks at the lake, with more than 400 campsites and day use facilities. Equestrians enjoy large campsites and easy access to trails at Rockhaven Park. Bloomington Park has campsites, boat ramps, docks, swimming beach, playgrounds and picnic shelters. Primitive camping and hiking trails are available at Woodridge Park and picnic shelters are available at Overlook Park, located near the Corps of Engineers’ Information Center. Lone Star Lake, a beautiful county-owned lake, 10 miles southwest of Lawrence, has swimming, fishing, picnicking and camping facilities for those intrigued by a smaller venue. Many working farms in the area welcome guests. Visitors can pick their own produce from crops as varied as asparagus to berries and peas to pumpkins. Others offer opportunities to meet a flock of sheep while shopping for a shawl woven from their fleece or sample local wines in tasting rooms adjacent to the vines. Each season brings a new variety of crops, and many farms offer products to purchase and activities for children. The Kaw Valley Farm Tour, held the first weekend of each October, opens farms to the public with special entertainment and educational opportunities. Go to www.visitlawrence.com/attractions/lawrence-areafarms for more details. The Downtown Lawrence Farmers’ Market brings the farm to town three times per week. The market features only local vendors and the Saturday market features live music and a festival atmosphere. Farmers' Market is open early-May through mid-November. So, stop waiting! Get out there and go!
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sports
Lawrence offers recreation opportunities for everyone and their dog – literally. Hardcore fitness junkies, outdoor enthusiasts and the family pet will all find an outlet in Lawrence for their need to get a move on.
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#1 TRIATHLETE CITY "You'll love it if you’re all about the neighborly, down-home vibe in a city rich with recreation, arts and culture." Triathlete Magazine October 2010
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awrence is your headquarters for fun, whether you like to watch or be part of the action. If golf’s your game, the city’s 18-hole public course, Eagle Bend, offers four sets of tees, including markers for beginning golfers. Located just east of the Clinton Dam, amenities include a full-service pro shop, snack bar, driving range, putting and chipping greens. Alvamar Golf & Country Club challenges experienced golfers with a “parkland-style” 18-hole public course, marked by large greens and flowing fairways. Four sets of tees provide courses ranging from 4,700 to 7,100 yards. The Orchards, a nine-hole executive course, is also open to the public. A list of other area courses can be found at visitlawrence.com. If you like to turn the pedals, bring your ride, or rent one downtown. Lawrence is designated as a “BicycleFriendly Community” by The League of American Bicyclists. Available trails range from nine miles of hardsurface walkway along Clinton Parkway to miles of scenic nature trails in the city’s 50 parks. Hiking and biking trails are also plentiful at Clinton Lake along the north and east shores. Mountain Biking trails along the Kansas River are accessible from parking lots on the north bank, across the Kansas River Bridge, and the four-mile Kaw River Mountain Biking Trail is designated as a National Recreation Trail. A trails map is available at the Lawrence Visitor Information Center or at visitlawrence.com. Craving some H2O? The Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center features water slides, zero-depth children's area, diving well, interactive play area and a 50-meter competition area. A playground, shaded deck space and full concessions area are also part of the center. It’s a one-stop for the leisure and competitive swimmer. If the call of the water lures you indoors, the Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center boasts a zero-depth entry family pool with slides and play features as well as a 10-lane, 50-meter competition pool with diving well. Shower/locker rooms and concessions are also available. The Booth Family Hall of Athletics, inside Allen Fieldhouse, is a must-stop for any fan of sport or history. It recognizes all past KU alumni varsity athletes and coaches and celebrates fans with a KU retail store. While you’re there, check-out current KU athletics schedules. The Jayhawks play football in historic Memorial Stadium,
the first college campus stadium west of the Mississippi, and basketball in historic Allen Fieldhouse, but don’t forget there are competitive teams fielded all year long in 10 other sports as well. Be adventurous, and click on www.kuathletics.com for more ideas. Lawrence has more than 50 maintained parks with shelters, playground equipment and picnic areas. Check out lawrenceks.org/city_maps for details. A Skate Park, at Centennial Park, boasts a plaza, pyramid, bank ramp, fun box, grind rail and half-pipe ramps. Also at Centennial Park is a free, 18-hole disc golf course. Scorecards are available at Lawrence Recreation Centers. A second skating facility is located at Deerfield Park. In addition to Lawrence’s 50 city parks for people, the city’s Off-Leash Dog Park has gone to the dogs with 30-acres of off-leash area and water for your canine. A second off-leash area is available at Riverfront Park. Left: Mountain bikers love the trails at Clinton Lake and on the Kansas River Levee. Insets, clockwise from upper left: Dog-lovers at the Off Leash Park. • Golfing at one of Lawrence’s three public courses. • James Naismith bronze celebrates basketball at the Booth Hall of Athletics. • Two public skate parks feature ramps and skate plaza.
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hether you’re seeking a little retail therapy, aromatherapy or art therapy, Lawrence is just what the doctor ordered. With a dash of bigcity culture, a heavy helping of authentic downtown and an overflowing cup of beautiful boutiques and spas, Lawrence has the girls’ day out perfected. Lawrence offers a variety of accommodations but for a special reunion weekend, consider a bed & breakfast, like the Halcyon House, located adjacent to campus and downtown, or relive your college days by staying downtown at the Eldridge Hotel or SpringHill Suites by Marriott. You can hop up to campus and enjoy the newlyopened Oread and start a new tradition. You’ll need your rest. You’ll be busy! Downtown Lawrence is a feast for the senses and hops around the clock. By day, it’s a shopper’s paradise providing an escape from the ordinary. A trip down Massachusetts Street reveals boutiques, galleries and restaurants that exemplify Lawrence. Nestled along tree-lined streets, Downtown is home to more than 100 stores offering cutting-edge merchandise including gifts, clothing, jewelry and artwork—all infused with friendly Midwestern service. Many stores are locally owned, and you’re likely to meet the personalities behind them during your visit. The blend of old and new makes Downtown Lawrence a quintessential destination. As you stroll you’ll notice the Downtown Lawrence Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit and the artwork it brings to the street corners. Many downtown buildings are like works of art themselves, and the entire district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Two-hour free parking is available in lots on Vermont and New Hamp-
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shire streets. Parking garages at 10th & New Hampshire and 6th & New Hampshire offer free two-hour parking and metered long-term parking. Other shopping districts throughout town teem with national retailers, discount stores and popular restaurants. Areas to visit include South Iowa Street where many national retailers and nationally-known restaurants, as well as a 12-screen movie theater, are grouped between approximately 31st and 35th Streets. Just check out www.visitlawrence.com for more information. After shopping, don’t drop until you’ve checked out one of Lawrence’s many dining options, for fine dining if that’s your thing, or not-so-fine if you like things more relaxed. Maybe you and your companions will be inspired to stage your own progressive dinner as you stroll – Latin American appetizers, Greek salads, Thai or sushi for the main course and Italian for dessert. The combinations would be endless. Once you’ve pleased your palate you’ll be ready for a nightcap at one of Lawrence’s many funky coffee shops or bars and clubs where you’re likely to find live music most nights of the week. Relax, enjoy and soak it up. This is the stuff that college towns do best. If the next day finds you needing pampered after a long day of eating and browsing, it’s time to hit the spa. In Downtown, try serene Salon diMarco or head west and check out Lada Salon & Spa at 6th and Wakarusa. These and other spas are ready and waiting to indulge you.
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University of Kansas
Haskell
Founded in 1866, the University of Kansas’ crimsontiled rooftops are visible from miles away. The campus, situated high on the Mount Oread bluff, is home to 26,000 students and is acclaimed as one of the most beautiful in the nation. The KU Visitor Center, at the campus’ west entrance, is the perfect start. You’ll find maps and parking information to help plan your visit. Just west of the Visitor Center the Dole Institute of Politics and Lied Center of Kansas anchor KU’s West Campus. Jayhawk Boulevard is the heart of campus. The Natural History Museum, with a full-slate of exhibits that educate and entertain, stands sentinel over this tree-canopied boulevard. Just to the north, the Spencer Museum of Art presents world-renowned work and is sure to tweak your thinking about an art museum. Stroll over to adjacent Marvin Grove and discover Potter’s Lake, a student-favored picnic and studying spot and the Campanile, a tradition-rich limestone tower that houses 53 bells that chime every 15 minutes. If you’re lucky you’ll even catch the University Carillonneur in concert. A visit to the see the bronzes ensconced in the Campanile doors, and the view of the campus and Downtown afforded from there, is worth the climb. Memorial Stadium, home to Jayhawk Football, stands at the foot of the hill. KU's mascot, the Jayhawk, is a mythical bird with a devoted following. Keep your eye out for Jayhawk artwork in many iterations as you explore this spirited campus.
Haskell Indian Nations University is the oldest intertribal university in the U.S. Opened as an industrial training school, it has evolved into a university. Haskell students come from 35 states representing 150 tribal nations and villages. The campus is a national landmark and sites of interest include the American Indian Athletic Hall of Fame, the Medicine Wheel Totem Pole and the Medicine Wheel Earth Work. The Haskell Cultural Center serves as a visitor center and features exhibits from the university’s archival and artifact collections.
Baker University In Baldwin City, Baker University resides as the oldest university in Kansas. Founded in 1858 by Methodist ministers, it offers the Old Castle Museum as well as Kibbee Cabin and historic Palmyra Post Office, reproductions of buildings that served Santa Fe Trail travelers. The Clarice L. Osborne Memorial Chapel, a Gothic revival structure originally constructed in England in 1864, was reconstructed on this campus in 1995.
From left: The iconic Jayhawk is represented in art across Lawrence. • KU’s marching band energizes a game day crowd • Baker University in Baldwin City is the oldest university in Kansas. • Haskell University’s campus features a variety of Native American artwork.
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art Lawrence has an intangible vibe that resonates through art, which literally abounds from the street corners.
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orld-class theatre, live music, galleries, murals, street performers, outdoor sculpture and fine museums co-exist in this funky little town that author John Villani consistently ranks in the top 15 of The 100 Best Small Towns in America. It’s little wonder why. Performing arts are plentiful here and offer big city culture at your fingertips. The university’s Lied Center of Kansas is a state-of-the-art facility bringing top-notch performances including Broadway musicals, symphony orchestras, cutting-edge dance and world-class vocalists from names you know and expect to find in larger venues. University Theatre offers an array of classical, musical and contemporary productions featuring up and coming student performers. Theatre Lawrence guests enjoy live community theatre in an intimate setting. The Theatre stages six productions each season ranging from musicals to the latest works by area playwrights. The Lawrence Arts Center melds performing and visual arts under one roof. Its galleries feature work by regional artists, and the 300-seat theatre and dance studios are home to the live dance and theatre. KU’s Spencer Museum of Art, houses an extensive collection of work that rivals the most renowned museums in the country. The Spencer’s extensive collection spans the history of European and American art from ancient to contemporary and includes significant holdings of East Asian art. Guided tours, gallery conversations, children’s classes, lectures, workshops and films are available on a regular basis. Lawrence’s public art is impossible to miss. As you stroll downtown you’re sure to notice the city’s Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit and the work it brings to the street corners. Part of Lawrence’s Percent for Art initiative, these sculpture and mosaic projects are spread throughout the city and each has a story to tell. Check the travel planner for a complete list. Lawrence’s retail art galleries come in all sizes from tiny to vast and offer special finds for any budget or style. A number of downtown galleries host Final Friday Gallery Walks on the last Friday of each month when owners and artists stay open late and encourage guests
to stroll from venue to venue enjoying drinks, eats and great art. Check out visitlawrence.com/events for details. Just east of Downtown, Van Go Mobile Arts boasts a sale gallery featuring work produced by local at-risk teens who are employed by this unique social service agency to work as artists as they learn from the region’s best talent. Their art is astounding and their stories are too. Downtown Lawrence’s live music scene is just what you would hope for in a progressive college town. No matter what you love, you're guaranteed to find live music that's miles beyond any radio dial. Relax to the summer sounds of Wednesday night City Band Concerts in South Park, witness the future superstars of rock (and see some who have already made it to the top) at one of downtown Lawrence's bars or clubs or just take a stroll down Massachusetts Street and hear the locals whip up a little street corner spectacular.
Left: Freeform, a sculpture by acclaimed artist Stephen Johnson, a Lawrence-native. Insets from top left: The Flame graces City Hall and is a tribute to native son, Langston Hughes. • City Band concerts in South Park are a summer tradition. • Annual Kansas State Fiddling & Picking Championships are held in Lawrence each August. • World-class live performance at the Lied Center of Kansas. 18
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FINAL
FRIDAYS Love art? Love music? Love a good souvenir that isn’t a t-shirt? If you’re lucky enough to find yourself in Lawrence on the last Friday of any month, head Downtown from 5-8 p.m. and see what the Downtown Lawrence Arts District has to offer at Final Fridays. Final Fridays gallery walks are a monthly celebration of the arts that include 15 commercial galleries and other merchants that host live music and display visual art by local artists. Final Fridays are free and browsing is encouraged!
DIANE’S ARTISAN GALLERY 4 East 7th St. Downtown Lawrence 785-856-1155 www.dianesartisangallery.com An American fine craft gallery featuring handmade art jewelry from regional and national artists as well as handwoven scarves created on site by Diane Horning. Art glass, pottery, leather goods and fiber art are also showcased in this charming storefront just off Mass at 7th.
Experience Lawrence’s past and explore stories of the people and events that shaped our community, Douglas County Kansas, and the nation.
“Sweet Pea” Bracelet by Jayne Redman, Sterling Silver and 24k Gold.
Open 10-4 Tues-Sat; 10-8 Thurs
For a list of current participating galleries check out www.downtownlawrenceartsdistrict.org.
ADMISSION IS FREE
Ring by Alex Sepkus, 18k gold, sapphires and diamonds.
1047 Massachusetts Street Lawrence, KS 66044 785 841-4109 (phone) www.watkinsmuseum.org
PHOENIX GALLERY
1109 GALLERY The 1109 Gallery focuses on area artists, exhibits all genre of artwork including both 2D and 3D original artwork. The Gallery Shop features original gift items created by area artists. It's managed by The Lawrence Art Guild Association, a non-profit organization established in 1961. 1109 Massachusetts St. 785.856.2784 www.lawrenceartguild.org gallery@lawrenceartguild.org
Featuring the handmade works of local, regional and national artisans since 1987. Pottery, blown glass, woodwork, textiles, jewelry and much more. Unique, affordable, functional. 825 Massachusetts St. 785-843-0080 www.phoenixgalleryks.com
ADORNED BOUTIQUE Exploring the art of jewelry and textiles since 1985 5 East 7th Street Lawrence, Kansas 66044 785.842.1376
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Original artwork by Robbin Loomas
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restaurants BAR & GRILLS Applebee’s 832-8338 2520 Iowa St. 312-9856 3900 W 6th St. Bird Dog Bar 843-1200 1200 Oread Ave. Buffalo Wild Wings 838-9464 1012 Massachusetts St. Chili’s Grill & Bar 331-3700 2319 Iowa St. Conroy’s Pub 856-3663 3115 W 6th St. Henry T’s Bar & Grill 749-2999 3520 W 6th St. Jayhawker 749-1005 701 Massachusetts St.
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University of Kansas School of Music
The KU School of Music has something for everyone ! 2011-12 SEASON HIGHLIGHTS: 12th Annual Collage Concert, featuring faculty and student musicians September 23, 7:30 pm, Lied Center KU Symphony Orchestra Halloween Concert October 28, 7:30 pm, Lied Center Vespers On the Road December 2, 7:30 pm, Carlsen Center, Johnson County Community College Holiday Vespers Concert December 4, 2:30 pm & 7:30 pm, Lied Center Jazz Vespers December 8, 7:30 pm, Lied Center School of Music Scholarship Concert March 30, 7:30 pm, Lied Center School of Music Concert Opera May 3, 7:30 pm, Lied Center and May 5, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, time TBD.
Visit MUSIC.KU.EDU for more information on these and other events open to the public!
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Johnny's 843-0377 401 N. 2nd St. 843-0704 721 Wakarusa St. Jefferson’s Restaurant 832-2000 743 Massachusetts St. Paddy O’Quigley’s Irish Pub & Grill 841-7077 200 McDonald Dr. Pepperjax Grill 856-4529 947 New Hampshire St. Quinton’s Bar & Deli 842-6560 615 Massachusetts St. Set ‘em Up Jacks 832-2030 1800 E 23rd St. Slow Ride Roadhouse 749-2727 1350 N 3rd St. Wayne & Larry’s Sports Bar & Grill 856-7170 933 Iowa St.
Yacht Club 856-8188 530 Wisconsin St.
Local Burger 856-7827 714 Vermont St.
Pachamama’s 841-0990 800 New Hampshire St.
BREWERIES
McAlister's Deli 749-3544 2810 W. 27th St.
Ten 749-1005 701 Massachusetts St.
Noodle's & Co 841-4300 8 W. 8th St.
CHINESE, JAPANESE & THAI
23rd Street Brewery 856-2337 3512 Clinton Pkwy. Free State Brewery 843-4555 636 Massachusetts St.
BARBECUE Bigg’s Barbecue 856-2550 2429 Iowa St. Biemer's BBQ 785-842-0800 2120 W 9th St. Buffalo Bob’s BBQ 841-6400 719 Massachusetts St. Famous Dave's 830-8409 4931 W. 6th St.
CASUAL DINING & SANDWICH SHOPS Burger Stand 856-0543 803 Massachusetts St. Dempsey's Burger Pub 856-5460 623 Vermont St. Five Guys 749-3400 2040 W 31st St. Ingredient 832-0100 945 Massachusetts St.
Panera Bread 331-2700 520 W 23rd St. Perkins Family Restaurant 842-9040 1711 W 23rd St. Pickleman's 818 Massachusetts St. 856-6720 Smash Burger 842-1001 6th & Wakarusa St. Southern Cuisine 331-2500 1008 Massachusetts St. The Pita Pit 856-2500 1011 Massachusetts St. Mr. Goodcents 856-2368 2233 Louisiana St. 841-8444 1410 Kasold Yello Sub 843-6000 1814 W 23rd St.
SEAFOOD, STEAK & FINE DINING
Jason’s Deli 842-5600 3140 Iowa St.
Angler's 858-9287 1004 Massachusetts St.
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich 841-0011 922 Massachusetts St.
Five 21 843-1200 1200 Oread
838-3737 1720 W 23rd St. 331-2222 601 S Kasold Dr. 842-4500 1200 Oread Ave.
Longhorn Steakhouse 843-7000 3050 Iowa St. Marisco’s Restaurant 785-312-9057 4821 W 6th St. Montana Mike’s Steakhouse 749-3005 1015 Iowa St.
China House 841-8884 4821 W 6th St. Encore Café 856-3682 1007 Massachusetts St. Jade Garden Restaurant 843-8650 1410 Kasold Dr. King Buffet 749-1777 1601 W 23rd St. Kobe Japanese Steakhouse 838-3399 2907 W. 6th St. Kokoro Japanese Steakhouse 838-4134 601 Kasold Dr. The Orient Vietnamese Restaurant 843-0561 1006 Massachusetts St. Panda Garden 843-4312 1500 W 6th St. Thai House 841-4599 711 W 23rd St. Thai Siam Restaurant 331-2525 601 Kasold Dr. Yokohama Sushi Japanese Restaurant 842-8862 1730 W 23rd St. 856-8862 811 New Hampshire St. Wa Sushi 843-1990 740 Massachusetts St. Zen Zero 832-0001 811 Massachusetts St.
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MEXICAN & LATIN AMERICAN Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Café 832-0550 707 W 23rd St.
Genovese 842-0300 941 Massachusetts St.
Casa Agave 331-4243 3333 Iowa St.
Paisano’s Ristorante 838-3500 2112 W 25th St.
Cielito Lindo 832-1545 815 New Hampshire St.
Teller’s 843-4111 746 Massachusetts St.
El Mezcal 331-2703 804 Iowa St.
PIZZA
832-8775 1819 W 23rd St.
CiCi’s Pizza 832-1110 2020 W 23rd St.
832-2200 1520 Wakarusa St.
Gambino's 856-5577 3514 Clinton Parkway
Esquina 856-1625 801 Massachusetts St.
Glory Days Pizza 841-5252 4821 W 6th St.
La Familia Café & Cantina 749-0105 733 New Hampshire St.
Godfather’s Pizza 331-3333 721 Wakarusa Dr.
La Parrilla 841-1100 814 Massachusetts St.
Papa John’s Pizza 865-5775 918 Mississippi St.
La Tropicana 749-3550 434 Locust St.
Papa Kenos 841-7272 1035 Massachusetts St.
On the Border Mexican Grill 830-8291 3080 Iowa St.
Pizza Hut 843-3516 600 W 23rd St.
Salty Iguana 312-8100 4931 W 6th St.
843-2211 4651 W 6th St.
Tortas Jalisco 865-1515 534 Frontier Rd. Tres Mexicanos Grill & Cantina 830-8415 1800 E 23rd St.
ITALIAN 715 Restaurant 856-7150 715 Massachusetts St.
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MEDITERRANEAN Aladdin Café 832-1100 1021 Massachusetts St. Mad Greek Restaurant 843-2441 907 Massachusetts St. Mediterranean Market & Café 842-9383 3300 Bob Billings Pkwy.
Mirth Café 841-328 2745 New Hampshire St. Scone Lady's Coffee Shop 838-3992 3300 Bob Billings Pkwy.
INDIAN
Signs of Life 830-8030 722 Massachusetts St.
India Palace 331-4300 129 E 10th St.
Starbucks 832-0300 647 Massachusetts St.
COFFEE HOUSES & CAFES
WheatFields Bakery Café 841-5553 904 Vermont St.
Aimee’s Coffee House 843-5173 1025 A Massachusetts St. Bistro Bella 856-7370 3514 Clinton Pkwy. Einstein Bros. Bagels 838-9494 1026 Massachusetts St. First Watch 842-7999 2540 Iowa St. Global Café 838-4600 820 Massachusetts St. House of Cha 830-8888 21 W 9th St.
843-7044 934 Massachusetts St.
J&S Coffee 749-0100 4821 W 6th St.
Pyramid Pizza 842-3232 701 W 9th St.
Java Break 749-5282 17 E 7th St.
Rudy’s Pizzeria 749-0055 704 Massachusetts St.
La Prima Tazza 832-2233 638 Massachusetts St.
Wheat State Pizza 865-2323 711 W 23rd St.
Milton’s 832-2330 920 Massachusetts St.
Z’s Divine Espresso 843-3007 10 E 9th St. 842-7651 1800 E 23rd St.
ICE CREAM, DESSERT & BAKERIES 3 Spoons Yogurt 371-1383 732 Massachusetts St. Cold Stone Creamery 842-8900 647 Massachusetts St. Dunkin’ Donuts 749-5015 521 W 23rd St. Great Harvest Bread 749-2227 807 Vermont St. Munchers Bakery 749-4324 925 S Iowa St. Orange Leaf 856-0544 4801 Bauer Farm Dr. Sylas & Maddy's Homemade Ice Cream 832-8323 1014 Massachusetts St.
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Prepare for adventure as you embark upon a trip down Massachusetts Street, where a leisurely stroll can quickly turn into an exploration of the hidden treasures that make Downtown Lawrence a one-of-a-kind destination. Downtown, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a treasure chest of opportunities for visitors, offering an eclectic assortment of shops, galleries, eateries and historic architecture.
FREE STATE BREWING COMPANY
715 RESTAURANT A neighborhood eatery featuring local, handmade food from Chef Michael Beard with a wide variety of artisanal menu items, great specials and the most reasonable wine prices in town.
715 Massachusetts Street / 785-856-7150 www.715restaurant.com
Opened in 1989 as a homegrown eatery, Free State Brewery is an independent restaurant dedicated to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. The first legal brewery in Kansas since 1880, Free State upholds the heritage of brewing and offers robust, flavorful foods to match. Proprietor Chuck Magerl was honored as the Kansas Restaurateur of the Year for 2006. We’re open 7 days a week, so make Free State part of your downtown enjoyment. “Because, without beer, things do not seem to go as well.” 636 Massachusetts Street / 785-843-4555 www.freestatebrewing.com
SUNFLOWER OUTDOOR & BIKE SHOP
AU MARCHÉ Au Marché is a European grocery and gift store that began as a dream while co-owner Lora Wiley was studying in France. Inspired by a French shop selling American goodies like Dr. Pepper & Oreos, Lora decided that one day she would open a store specializing in everyday European treats. Visit Au Marché for French cheeses, German meats, Belgian chocolates, Swedish lingonberries and Dutch stroopwafels! Au Marché also carries a wide array of European soaps and bath products.
For more than 30 years, the key to Sunflower’s success has been combining expertise and a friendly attitude with knowledge about bicycles, boats, camping equipment and comfortable outdoor clothing. Dan, Karla, Arthur, Charlie and Harold Hughes look forward to continuing the Sunflower tradition for the next generation.
931 Massachusetts Street / 785-865-0876 www.aumarche.com
802-804 Massachusetts Street / 785-843-5000 www.sunfloweroutdoorandbike.com
ETC. SHOP
YARN BARN
In 1980 Linda Lester opened in a small building offering antique jewelry and Paradise Found shirts. The Etc. Shop has grown and today you’ll find the perfect gift for everyone. Leather goods from Brighton, Hobo and Scully. You’ll also find sterling silver jewelry, a“Bead Bar” that features Chamilia, Personality and personalized name beads. KU fans can shop for Jayhawk jewelry, scarves, watches and leather goods. After 30 years, Linda still offers antique jewelry and Paradise Found shirts.
The Yarn Barn has over 4500 square feet of yarns, fibers, tools, and equipment for weavers, knitters, spinners, and dyers. Located in downtown Lawrence, the Yarn Barn has an excellent staff that can help you with your projects. Stop by for a visit, get a copy of the class schedule or one of our catalogs. Open Mon.-Sat. 9:30-5:30, Thurs. until 8:00, and Sun. 1:00-4:00.
928 Massachusetts Street / 785-843-0611 www.theetcshop.com
930 Massachusetts Street / 785-842-4333 www.yarnbarn-ks.com
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WAXMAN CANDLES If you look behind the counter at Waxman Candles, you are likely to see “Waxman” Bob Werts pouring candles on site. Werts owns one of Downtown’s few factories and has been pouring candles in Lawrence for over 35 years. 609 Massachusetts Street / 785-843-8593 www.waxmancandles.com
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785-864-3141 kuathletics.com, familyweekend.ku.edu
September 30
Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit
September 10
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
Wed-Sat, 10am – 4 pm, Sun 1-4 pm. Carnegie Building 200 W. 9th St. 785-856-3040, freedomsfrontier.org
Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts & Vermont Streets
May–October Tuesday Farmer’s Market 4 - 6 p.m. Downtown Lawrence, parking lot at 102 Vermont St. lawrencefarmersmarket.com
WHEATFIELDS BAKERY CAFÉ Founded in 1995, WheatFields Bakery Café has gained national acclaim for its enchanting selection of artisan breads and European style pastries. The café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner handcrafted from quality ingredients and features local and organic foods.
May–October Thursday Farmer’s Market 4 - 6 p.m. Southwest corner of Sixth & Wakarusa 785-331-4445, lawrencefarmersmarket.com
April–Mid-November Saturday Downtown Lawrence Farmer's Market 7 - 11 a.m. Downtown Lawrence, parking lot at 824 New Hampshire St. lawrencefarmersmarket.com
904 Vermont Street / 785-841-5553 www.wheatfieldsbakery.com
MARKS JEWELERS Founded by Sol Marks in 1880, Marks Jewelers is recognized as the 14th oldest jewelery store in the country. They are locally-owned by Lawrence-natives Brad Parsons and Rich Yeakel. You can expect to find them and their caring staff behind the historic counters when you visit. Marks offers jewelry and watch repair, custom design, and a wide assortment of diamonds, fine gemstones, quality watches, and some special Jayhawk pieces for KU fans. 817 Massachusetts Street / 785-843-4266 www.marksjewelers.net
Lawrence Energy Conservation Fair & Sustainable Homes Tour 10a.m. - 4p.m. at the Community Building 115 W. 11th St. 785-832-3030, lawrenceks.org
September 11 Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at South Park 1140 Massachusetts St. 785-832-3030
September 17 Next Level Games 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Watson Park 7th & Tennessee St. 785-856-7755, nextlevelrising.com
September 23-25; 29-30 October 1-2; 6-9 Forbidden Broadway Thursday - Saturday: 7:30p.m.; Sunday: 2:30p.m. Theatre Lawrence 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com
September 23
Compania Flamenca Jose Porcel
OCTOBER October 1 - October 2 Annual Kaw Valley Farm Tour 10a.m. - 6p.m. 785-843-1409, kawvalleyfarmtour.org
October 1 Nordic Heritage Festival Noon - 9 p.m. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds 2120 Harper St. 785-843-7535, nordicheritagefes.com
October 1 KU Football vs. Texas Tech Time TBD at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine Street 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com
October 1-11; 15-16 Library Fall Book Sale Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St. 785-843-3833
KU School of Music 12th Annual Collage Concert
October 7-8
SEPTEMBER
7:30 - 9p.m. at the Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-3436, music.ku.edu
Douglas County Fairgrounds, 2120 Harper 785-843-6219
September 3
September 24
KU Football: KU vs. McNeese State
3rd Annual Shoreline Shuffle
6 p.m. at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com
9a.m. at Clinton Lake 798 N 1415 Rd. Shelter 4, campground 1 785- 766-0293
September 10-11
September 25
Annual Haskell Indian Art Market
Festival of Cultures
10a.m. - 5p.m. Haskell Indian Nations University 2500 Massachusetts St. 785-749-8404; haskell.edu
Noon - 5 p.m. at South Park 11th & Massachusetts St. 785-766-0720 lawrencealliance.org
September 10
September 30
KU Football vs. Northern Illinois Family Weekend & Band Day 6 p.m. at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St.
Fall Antique Show and Sale
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October 9
October 21
October 30
November 25 - December 2
December 3-18
December 30
2011 Bert Nash Dash & Bash
The National Acrobats of the People's Republic of China
Herbie Hancock
Fair Trade Holiday Market
Festival of Nativities
Final Fridays
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787, www.lied.ku.edu
8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Ecumenical Christian Ministries 1204 Oread Ave. 785-969-3482, lawrencefairtrade.com
Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
October 31
November 25
Noon - 4 p.m. at Centenary United Methodist Church 4th & Elm St. 785-843-0276
Downtown Lawrence Halloween Trick-or-Treat
Final Fridays
December 3
JANUARY
Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883.
Downtown Lawrence Old Fashioned Christmas Parade
January 18
8 a.m. Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-830-1701, bertnashdashbash.org
October 15
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
KU Football vs. Oklahoma
October 22
Time TBD at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine Streets 785-864-3141
KU Football: KU vs. Kansas State
October 15-16 Maple Leaf Festival 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Baldwin City Mapleleaffestival.com
Time TBD at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com
October 28 Final Fridays
October 15-16
Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
Maple Leaf Festival Tours at Black Jack Battlefield
October 28
5 p.m. Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
November 5 AnDa Union 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Black Jack Battlefield & Nature Park 785-883-2106, blackjackbattlefield.org
KU School of Music Symphony Orchestra Halloween Concert and Costume Contest
October 15 - January 15
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-3436, music.ku.edu
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
October 29–30
November 12
Heartland Reverberations 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at The Spencer Museum of Art 1301 Mississippi St. 785-864-4710, spencerart.ku.edu
October 16 La Catrina Quartet 2 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
Lawrence ArtWalk 2011 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Throughout Lawrence 785-865-4254, lawrenceartwalk.org2120
October 29 The Intergalactic Nemesis 7:30pm at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787, www.lied.ku.edu
November 9 An Evening with David Sedaris
KU Football vs. Baylor Time TBD at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine Streets 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com
November 12 Suzanne Farrell Ballet 7:30pm at The Lied Center of Kansas 600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787, lied.ku.eduics.com
November 19 ETHEL 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
November 20 35th Annual Holiday Bazaar 10 p.m. - 5 p.m. at the Community Building 115 W 11th St. 785-832-7920
November 25
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South Pacific
Bizarre Bazaar
December 4
7:30 p.m. Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785- 864-2787, lied.ku.edu
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire 785- 843-2264, www.bizbazart
Annual Health Care Access Clinic Holiday Homes Tour
January 20-22; 26-29
November 26
NOVEMBER
11 a.m. in Downtown Lawrence 785-838-9400, lawrencechristmasparade.org
November 26 Van Go's Adornment Van Go Mobile Arts 715 New Jersey 785-842-3797, van-go.org
November 28–December 1 Festival of Trees Liberty Hall 644 Massachusetts 785-843-2085com
November 26 Van Go's Adornment Van Go Mobile Arts 715 New Jersey St. 785-842-3797, van-go.org
DECEMBER December 2–4
Noon - 5 p.m. Throughout Lawrence 785-841-5760, healthcareaccess.org
December 4 87th Annual Holiday Vespers Performances at 2:30 & 7:30 p.m. Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
December 8 Annual KU Jazz Vespers 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-3367, music.ku.edu
December 9–11
10 a.m. at Carnegie Building 200 W. 9th St. 785-843-7359
8:30a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at the Community Building 115 W 11th St 785-832-7920
December 2–4; 8-11; 15–18
December 10 The Celtic Tenors
Thursday - Saturday: 7:30 p.m. Sunday: 2:30 p.m. Theatre Lawrence 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St. 785-979-7039
Final Fridays Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
January 29 Chiara String Quartet 2 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
Breakfast with Santa
White Christmas
5:30 p.m. Downtown Lawrence 9th & Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
January 27
9th & 10th at 7:30pm; 11th at 2pm Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St. 785-843-2787, lawrenceartscenter.org
December 10
December 3
7:30 p.m.; Thursday - Saturday: 7:30 p.m.; Sunday: 2:30 p.m. Theatre Lawrence 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com
The Kansas Nutcracker 2011 Sesquicentennial Edition
Gingerbread House Festival and Viewing
Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Bloody Murder
Holiday Art Fair
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FEBRUARY
March 17
April 14
May 6
Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
Lawrence Art Live Auction
Annual Art in the Park
February 2
1 p.m. Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-. 749-6677
5:30 p.m. at The Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St. 785-843-2787, lawrenceartscenter.com
March 25
April 18–21
Elvis Lives 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
February 3 Van Go's Have A Heart Van Go Mobile Arts 715 New Jersey 785-842-3797, van-go.org
February 4 Souper Bowl Saturday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at The Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St. 785-843-2787
Baroque by Candlelight 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 940 New Hampshire St. 785-691-7824, lawrencechamberorchestra.org
March 30 Final Fridays Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
Kansas Annual Relays Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine Streets 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com
April 22 Haskell Indian Nations University 23rd & Barker Ave. 785-331-7869, kansashalfmarathon.com
April 27
Mnozil Brass
Final Fridays
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785- 864-2787, lied.ku.edu
APRIL
MAY
February 18
April 10–11; 13–14
May 3
Compagnia TPO, FARFALLE (Butterflies)
KU School of Music Concert Opera
Chamber Ensemble of the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra
Matt Haimovitz Cello & Christopher O'Riley 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
February 23 Jin Xing Dance Theatre 7:30 p.m. at Lawrence Community Theatre 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com
February 24 Final Fridays
7:00 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-2787 lied.ku.edu/events/farfalle.shtml
April 13–15; 19–22; 26–29 Steel Magnolias Thursday - Saturday: 7:30 p.m., Sunday: 2:30 p.m. Theatre Lawrence, 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com
Get on. Go out.
Kansas Half Marathon
March 31
February 13
For what’s happening in Lawrence right now later tonight this weekend next week next month
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Drive 785-864-3436, music.ku.edu
May 4–6 Jayhawk Basketball Invitational 913-390-8191, jayhawkinvitational.com
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June 4–7 Mini College at the University of Kansas
Wherever you are, we’ll get you in the game.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 785-864-1767, minicollege.ku.edu
June 8–10; 14–17; 21–24 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Thursday - Saturday: 7:30 p.m., Sunday: 2:30 p.m. Theatre Lawrence 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com
only news website dedicated 100% to the passion and warfare that is Jayhawk sports.
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JUNE
photographers, KUsports.com is the country’s
June 10 Kansas Ironman 70.3 Clinton State Park; Bloomington Park 785-331-7869, ironmankansas.com
June 16 Van Go's What Floats Your Boat 5 p.m. Clinton Lake Marina 785-842-3797, van-go.org
exclusive photos & video fan blogs & message boards
June 22–23
articles, commentary, stats
St John's Annual Mexican Fiesta
FREE GameDay app for iPhone
6 p.m. - 11 p.m. St. John's Catholic Church 1229 Vermont St. 785-843-0109
March 14
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Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785- 842-3883
Becky's New Car
7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu
Haskell Indian Nations University, 23rd & Barker 785-749-8404, haskell.edu
Final Fridays
February 24–26; March 1–4
SFJAZZ Collective
Haskell Indian Nations Commencement & Native American Pow-Wow
May 25
With national award-winning reporters and
MARCH
May 11–12
10:30 a.m. Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-7103, commencement.ku.edu
Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
Saturday: 7:30 p.m., Sunday: 2:30 p.m. Theatre Lawrence 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. South Park 12th & Massachusetts St. 785-979-7039, lawrenceartguild.org
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AUGUST
June 22–23 Annual Historic Lecompton Territorial Days
August 13–21
Lecompton, Kansas 785-887-6617 lecomptonterritorialdays.com
WA JAPANESE RESTAURANT
Civil War on the Western Frontier Throughout Lawrence 785-856-3040, visitlawrence.com
June 29
August 24–26
Final Fridays
Lawrence Busker Festival
Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
Noon - 11 p.m. Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-749-2226
JULY
August 26 31st Annual Kansas State Fiddling & Picking Championships
July 4
Noon - 5 p.m. at South Park 12th & Massachusetts 785-830-9640, kansasfiddlingandpicking.org
Lawrence Fireworks Display 9:30 p.m. Burcham Park 200 Indiana St. 785-865-4499
August 31 Final Fridays
July 5–7
Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
Salute! 2012 Downtown Lawrence and the Oread Hotel 785-842-0550, salutewinefest.com
Since opening in 2002, Wa Restaurant has become one of Lawrence’s most popular restaurants. Owner/head chef, James Koh, blends traditional Japanese ingredients with fresh fish, producing classic sushi, and contemporary innovations like “Sushi Pizza” and the flame-cooked “Kansas Roll.” Wa’s teriyaki, tempuras and Korean dishes appeal to any appetite.
740 Massachusetts / 785-843-1990
June 29 – July 1 4th Annual Tour of Lawrence Downtown Lawrence and KU Campus 785-856-5302, touroflawrence.com
Gold Internet speeds up to 50 Mbps — Fastest available in Lawrence!
July 19 Annual Sidewalk Sale Dawn to Dusk, Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
Digital TV | High-Speed Internet | Phone
July 27 Van Go's Benchmark 5 p.m. Van Go Mobile Arts 715 New Jersey 785-842-3797, van-go.org
knology.com | 841-2100 | 1 Riverfront Plaza in Lawrence
July 27 Final Fridays Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883
July 29 – August 5 Douglas County Fair 2012 Douglas County Fairgrounds 2120 Harper 785-842-6322, dgcountyfair.com
Make history today along with Quantrill's men in 1863 and visit us for luxurious sleep-overs, great food and 3 minute walks to the finest downtown has to offer.
603 Tennessee Street Lawrence, KS 66044 runawayponybandb@gmail. com 785-331-9489
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travel planner VISITOR INFO Lawrence Visitor Information Center (p. 6) 402 N 2nd Street across the Kansas River Bridge from Downtown Lawrence www.visitlawrence.com 785-865-4499 Hours: Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., 1–5 p.m. Summer hours: Mon.–Sat., 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sun., 1–5 p.m.
ATTRACTIONS Booth Family Hall of Athletics (p. 15) 1651 Naismith Dr. (inside Allen Fieldhouse) 785-864-7050 Mon.–Sat., 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics (p. 10) 2350 Petefish Dr.— KU’s West Campus 785-864-4900 www.doleinstitute.org Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., noon–5 p.m.
Midland Railway (p. 9) 1515 W High St, Baldwin City, KS 800-651-0388 www.midland-ry.org
Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit
Baldwin City/ Baker University
200 W 9th St. 785-856-5282 www.freedomsfrontier.org Wed.–Sat., 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun., 1 p.m.–4 p.m.,
20 minutes south of Lawrence on US 59 785-594-3200 www.baldwincity.org
UNIVERSITIES
University of Kansas KU Visitor Center (p. 17) 1502 Iowa St. 785-864-3911 www.ku.edu/visit Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Campus tours available by appointment.
Spencer Research Library 1450 Poplar Ln. 785-864-4334 www.lib.ku.edu Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Haskell Indian Nations University Haskell Indian Nations University and Cultural Center (p. 17) 155 Indian Ave. 785-832-6686 www.haskell.edu Mon.–Fri. 9 a.m.–noon, 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
Baker University (p. 17) 785-594-6451 www.bakeru.edu
Wakarusa Valley Heritage Museum (p. 11)
University Theatre (p. 19)
Bloomington Park, Clinton Lake 785-748-0800 or 785-748-9836
1530 Naismith Dr. 785-864-3982 www.kutheatre.com Mon.–Fri., 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and one hour prior to performances
ARTS/ PERFORMING ARTS
Clarice L. Osborne Memorial Chapel (p. 17)
Lawrence Arts Center (p. 19)
Baker University Campus 6 a.m.–midnight.
940 New Hampshire St. 785-843-2787 www.lawrenceartscenter.com Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and for special events
MUSEUMS Natural History Museum (p. 9, 17) 1345 Jayhawk Blvd. 785-864-4450 www.nhm.ku.edu Tues.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., noon–5 p.m. Parking available in garage north of Kansas Union
Watkins Community Museum of History (p. 11) 1047 Massachusetts St. 785-841-4109 www.watkinsmuseum.org Tues., Wed., Fri., and Sat., 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Thurs: 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Free admission. Guided tours arranged upon request.
Lawrence Community Theatre (p. 19) 1501 New Hampshire St. 785843-7469 www.theatrelawrence.com
Lied Center of Kansas (p. 19) 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787 www.lied.ku.edu Doors open one hour prior to KU Music & Dance performances and two hours prior to Lied Center events.
Spencer Museum of Art (p. 19) 1301 Mississippi St. 785-864-4710 www.spencerart.ku.edu Galleries open: Tues.–Sat., 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun., noon–4 p.m. Parking available in garage north of Kansas Union
University of Kansas School of Music (p. 19) http://music.ku.edu/music/
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Public Art (p. 19) www.lawrenceks.org/advisory_ boards/lac/publicart/
HISTORICAL SITES Hobbs Park Memorial 10th & Delaware St. www.lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/ mbhouse
Territorial Capitol/ Lane Museum (p. 11) 640 E Woodson Ave. Lecompton, KS (20 minutes northwest of Lawrence) 785-887-6148 or 785-887-6285 www.lecomptonkansas.com Wed.–Sat., 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sun., 1 –5 p.m.
Constitution Hall (p. 11) 319 Elmore St. Lecompton, KS (20 minutes northwest of Lawrence) 785-887-6520 www.kshs.org/places/ constitution Wed.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., 1–5 p.m.
Black Jack Battlefield (p. 11) www.blackjackbattlefield.org Battlefield lies approximately three miles east of Baldwin City along and south of Highway 56 785-883-2106
RECREATION
Golf Eagle Bend (p. 15) 1250 E 902 Rd. 785-748-0600 www.lawrenceks.org/lprd/ eaglebend
Alvamar Golf & Country Club (p. 15) 1800 Crossgate Dr. 785-842-1907 www.alvamar.com
The Orchards (p. 15) 3000 W 15th St. 785-843-7456 A list of other regional courses can be found at www.visitlawrence.com.
Parks Lawrence Skate Park & Disc Golf (p. 15) 785-832-7920 600 Rockledge Rd., Centennial Park
Deerfield Park Skate Park (p. 15) 2901 Princeton Blvd.
Hiking & Biking (p. 15) www.lawrenceks.org/ lprd/parks
Gymnastics Lawrence Gymnastics Academy (p. 9) 4930 Legends Dr., 785-865-0856, www.lawrencegymnastics.com
Swimming
Bowling
Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center (p. 15)
Jaybowl (p. 9)
8th & Kentucky St. 785-832-7946 Mon.–Fri., 5:15 a.m.–7:45 p.m. Sat., 9 a.m.–7:45 p.m. Sun., 1 p.m.–5:45 p.m.
Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center (p. 15) 4706 Overland Dr., Free State High School 785-832-7946 Mon.–Fri., 5:15 a.m. to 8:45 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.–8:45 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m.–5:45 p.m. The water slide, diving area and children’s areas are open Mon.–Sat., 1–8:30 p.m.; Sun., 1–5:30 p.m. year round.
South Park Wading Pool (p. 9) 1131 Massachusetts St. 785-832-7920 Open Mon.–Fri., 1:30–7 p.m.; Sat., 1–6 p.m. early-June through mid-August www.lawrenceks.org/lprd/ aquatics/spwp
Birding Baker Wetlands Research and Natural Area (p. 12) 31st St. & Haskell Ave. www.skyways.lib.ks.us/orgs/ jayhawkaudubon
Prairie Park Nature Center (p. 12) 2730 Harper St. 785-832-7980 www.prairieparknaturecenter.com Open Tues.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun., 1–4 p.m.
Kansas Union Check website for hours 785-864-3545, www.unionprograms.ku.edu/ jaybowl.shtml
Royal Crest Bowling Lanes (p. 9) 933 Iowa St., 785-842-1234, www.royalcrestbowl.com
Clinton Lake Clinton Lake Information Center (p. 12) 872 N 1402 Rd. 785-843-7665
Clinton Lake Marina (p. 12) 1329 E. 800 Rd www.cintonlakemarina.com 785-749-3222
Clinton State Park (p. 12) 798 N 1415 Rd. 785-842-8562 www.kdwp.state.ks.us/news/ state_parks/ locations/clinton
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Parks (p. 12) 872 N 1402 Rd. 785-843-7665 www.nwk.usace.army.mil/clinton/ clinton_home.htm
FARM EXPERIENCE
TRANSPORTATION worship Lawrence Municipal Airport
Downtown Lawrence Farmers’ Market (p. 12) www.lawrencefarmersmarket.com Sat., 7 a.m.–11 a.m.; 9th & New Hampsire St. Tues., 4 p.m.–6 p.m.; 10th & Vermont St Thurs., 4 p.m.–6 p.m.; 6th & Wakarusa
1930 Airport Rd. 785-842-0000 www.lawrenceks.org/airport
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) www.flykci.com
Amtrak Passenger Service 413 E 7th St. 800-872-7245
NIGHTLIFE For a list of venues, check out www.visitlawrence.com/diningWakarusa
Greyhound 2447 W 6th St. 785-843-5622
The “T”
SHOPPING (p. 17) www.downtownlawrence.com
PLACES OF WORSHIP Lawrence is home to more than 80 churches representing a variety of faiths and denominations. For additional information, log on to www.visitlawrence.com/ facilities/places-of-worship
785-864-4644 www.lawrencetransit.org Route maps are available online and at the Lawrence Visitor Information Center, 402 N 2nd Street.
For additional information about planning your trip to Lawrence, go to visitlawrence.com.
Lone Star Lake (p. 12) 665 E 665 Rd. 785-832-5293 www.douglas-county.com/dept/ pw/pw_lonestarlakepark.aspx
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he term “Jayhawk” was used as early as 1849, when a party of pioneers crossing what is today Nebraska called themselves “The Jayhawkers of ‘49.” It’s believed they took the name from a combination of two birds that were familiar in the West–the hawk and the blue jay. The word “Jayhawk” was first used in Kansas in about 1858. It was associated with the Free Staters, who robbed, looted and were generally lawless. But during the Civil War, it took on new meaning. Dr. Charles R. (Doc) Jennison, a surgeon, used it in 1861 when he was commissioned as a colonel by Kansas Gov. Charles Robinson and charged with raising a cavalry regiment. Jennison called his regiment the “Independent Mounted Kansas Jayhawkers” and later the Seventh Kansas Regiment.
Territorial Dates June 22 & 23, 2012
During the Civil War, “Jayhawk” became associated with the spirit of comradeship and the courageous fighting qualities associated with efforts to keep Kansas a free state. Following the war, most Kansans were proud to be called Jayhawkers. By the 1890s, birds of one sort or another were used to represent KU on post cards and wall posters. In 1901, the University’s yearbook became known as the Jayhawker. A series of Jayhawks appeared until Hal Sandy, as a KU student, created today’s smiling Jayhawk in the 1950s.
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2. Lawrence is listed among The 100 Best Small Arts Towns in America by author John Villani. 3. Lawrence was the childhood home of Harlem Renaissance author Langston Hughes and his novel, Not Without Laughter, is loosely based on his experiences as a child here. 4. James Naismith, the inventor of the game of basketball, coached at the 1000 Ohio Lawerence, KS 66044 888-441-0314 • 785-841-0314 halcyon@sunflower.com www.thehalcyonhouse.com
University of Kansas and is buried in Lawrence’s Memorial Park Cemetery.
785-841-8410
2525 W 6th Street • Lawrence, KS 66049
• Complimentary hot breakfast • Free High-Speed Internet in every room • All rooms have a microwave, refrigerator, hair dryer, coffeemaker, ironing board & in-room safe
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• Free High-Speed Internet
• Whirlpool Rooms
• Indoor Heated Pool & Large Hot Tub
• Executive Rooms and Master Suites
• 100% Non-smoking hotel
• Microwave, Refrigerator, Hair Dryer,
• Complimentary Deluxe Hot Breakfast Bar
Coffeemaker, Iron, & Safe in all rooms
• Friendly atmosphere
• Convenient to KU • Exit 202 - McDonald Drive • HWY 40 West, right turn on 6th
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott — 1 Riverfront Plaza, 66044
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Days Inn — 730 Iowa, 66044
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