2010-2011 Lawrence Visitor Guide by Susan Henderson

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OFFICIAL 2010-2011 VISITORS GUIDE

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ALL IN THE FAMILY

Reconnect in Lawrence with an abundance of family activities that are sure to make memories.

10 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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12 BACK TO NATURE Lawrence’s rolling hills, lake and river present a variety of outdoor options for enthusiasts of every age.

14 GOOD SPORTS Whether you want to watch or play the game, Lawrence has you covered.

16 COLLEGE TOWN AT HEART School spirit abounds here and Lawrence’s student population brings a youthfulness and vibrancy to town that’s palpable.

17 GIRLS DAY OUT We all need a great getaway. Bring your friends to Lawrence and recharge with great shopping, dining, accommodations and nightlife.

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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. The Lawrence Visitor Information Center is also a Sunflower Broadband wireless hotspot. 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 tours • John Brown of Kansas historic tour • 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

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www.visitlawrence.com • 785-865-4499 402 N 2nd Street, Lawrence, KS (across the Kansas River Bridge from Downtown Lawrence) 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.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation named Lawrence as one of its Dozen Distinctive Destinations in 2000.

• 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 • WoodWick & Trapp Candles • Willow Tree Angels • Jellycat Plush • 100% Cotton quilting fabrics • Large selection of patterns & books • Counted cross stitch • Friendly, helpful sales staff

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Load up your gang and head to Lawrence, where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 an array of 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 biological diversity of the Great Plains and include loads of fossils and living exhibits like a working beehive, snakes and fish. The museum is home to a 60-foot-long mosasaur—one of the great “sea monsters.” “Bugtown” features crowd-pleasing live insects and interactive exhibits that explore the world from a bug’s perspective. While you’re there, check out the giant Stick Work sculpture by Patrick Dougherty, located across the street at 14th & Jayhawk Blvd. Walk through it, walk around it, marvel at it from every angle. Looking for water fun? Head to the Lawrence Aquatic Center where everyone will enjoy the zero-depth entry, water slides, toy features and abundant chairs for lounging. Visiting in the fall or winter? The Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center boasts all those same 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 toys 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. Stroll Mass. St. from 6th to 11th and browse toy stores, art galleries and boutiques. Plan for time to

explore the public art on every corner and make time to stop in Jefferson’s, where kids continue to be amazed by the decorated dollar bills covering every surface. When your monkeys need a place to run, check out one of Lawrence’s more than 50 city parks. If it’s indoor fun you crave, check out Jaybowl or Royal Crest Lanes for bowling fun. If the energy level is even higher, the Lawrence Gymnastics Academy offers open gym sessions four days per week where kids can jump, swing and bounce to their heart’s desire. Kids – even the grown-up variety – love trains. The Midland Railway, Kansas’ first railroad south of the Kansas River 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 patio. It’s a thrill!

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Clockwise from upper right: Peeking out of Baldwin’s Midland Railway. • Learning about fossils at the Natural History Museum. • Enjoying outdoor art on the KU Campus.

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awrence’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. The 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. Anti-slavery Jayhawkers from Kansas frequently clashed with pro-slavery Bushwhackers from Missouri and Lawrence was the scene of several bloody encounters.

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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 shared history of the region. 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, Old West Lawrence a Underground Railroad, logon to www.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 also view a multi-screen video “tour” of the legislative process that explains how Congress really works. The Institute hosts a Presidential Lecture Series, bringing nationally prominent political figures and authors to present public lectures. Dole’s personal papers are also archived here. The Pre-Civil War era history of the region is commemorated at Hobbs Park Memorial. This public monument pays tribute to the vision, perseverance and sacrifices of Lawrence’s founders and early residents. The memorial is a masonry home, constructed in the rebuilding period following Quantrill’s Raid. Watkins Community Museum of History 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, local museum featuring permanent exhibits about the Underground Railroad in Douglas County and highlighting the early history of Clinton Lake. 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

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speculators dubbed it the “Wall Street of the West.” But as the town grew, so did the territorial conflict. Lecompton is home to state historic site, Constitution Hall. Significant events in territorial Kansas’ economic and political 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 will see the Lecompton Constitution and learn about slavery issues in Kansas. Also in Lecompton is the Territorial Capitol/Lane Museum. In 1856, construction of Lecompton’s Territorial Capitol was started 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. It is operated by The Lecompton Historical Society and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A self-guided walking tour of Lecompton is available here. South of Lawrence is Black Jack Battlefield, 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.

Below left: The Dole Institute of Politics honors service to our our nation. • Blackjack Battlefield near Baldwin City offers a glimpse into the area’s pre-Civil War history.

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS Lush, rolling hills of northeast Kansas offer an unexpected landscape for your next outdoor 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.

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The 72-acre Prairie Park Nature Center and the 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 an hands-on paradise. 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 and biking trails, camper hookups, primitive camping areas, picnic areas, fishing platforms, playing fields and a swimming beach in the 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, rental, a restaurant 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

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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 reservable campsites, boat ramps, courtesy docks, swimming beach, playgrounds and picnic shelters. Primitive camping and hiking trails are available at Woodridge Park and two 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 annually the first weekend of October, opens farms to the public with special entertainment and educational opportunities. For more details, go to www. visitlawrence.com/attractions/lawrence-areafarms. 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. With all that possibility, what are you waiting for? Get out there and go!

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Clockwise this page: Enjoying a variety of pick-your-own produce at area farms throughout the year. • Watersports enthusiasts are in luck at Clinton Lake.

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SPORTS This page: Road and mountain cyclists enjoy Lawrence’s varied terrain for outdoor riding. Opposite page clockwise from upper right: Fun at Lawrence Skate Park at Centennial Park. • Lawrence’s off-leash dog park is nestled in a valley near scenic Clinton Lake. • Local golf courses offer challenges for both experienced and novice golfers. • Booth Family Hall of Athletics in Allen Fieldhouse. 14

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Lawrence offers recreation opportunities for everyone and their dog – literally. Hardcore fitness junkies, outdoor enthusiasts and the family pet alike will find the perfect outlet in Lawrence for their need to get a move on. Lawrence is your headquarters for sporting fun, whether you like to watch or be part of the action. If you like to swing the clubs, 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 “Bicycle-Friendly Community” by The League of American Bicyclists. Available trails range from nine miles of hard-surface 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 STAY THE NIGHT. Snap this icon to see find the perfect place to stay while you're here. Get the free app for your phone at http://gettag.mobi.

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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 throughout the year in 10 other sports as well. Be adventurous! Lawrence has more than 50 maintained park areas – 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.

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University of Kansas Founded in 1866, you’ll see the University of Kansas’ crimson-tiled rooftops from miles away. The campus, situated high on a bluff called Mount Oread, 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 winds through 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 is sure

KU's mascot, the Jayhawk, is a mythical bird with a devoted following. Keep your eye out for Jayhawk artwork in many iterations as your explore this spirited campus.

Haskell In southeast Lawrence, Haskell Indian Nations University is the oldest inter-tribal 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.

COLLEGE TOWN at heart 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.

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.

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GIRLS’ weekend

Whether you’re seeking a little retail therapy, aromatherapy or art therapy, Lawrence is just what the doctor ordered.

ith a dash of big-city 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 newly-opened 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 Hampshire 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 or Lemon Bliss, in the Oread Hotel. These and other spas are ready and waiting to indulge you.

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Lawrence has an intangible vibe that resonates through art, which literally abounds from the street corners. World-class theatre, live music, galleries, murals, street performers, outdoor sculpture and fine museums co-exist in this funky little town that authorJohn Villani ranks in the top 15 of The 100 Best Small Towns in America. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s little wonder why. 18

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erforming 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. The University Theatre offers an array of classical, musical and contemporary productions featuring up and coming student performers. Lawrence Community Theatre 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 940 Dance Company and youth theatre. Classes and workshops are offered daily and the sale gallery/gift shop features local work. 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

Clockwise from above left: Lawrence’s Outdoor Band Concerts are held in South Park every summer. • The Kansas State Fiddling and Picking Championships are staged annually in August. • The Lied Center of Kansas stages a wide variety of performing arts throughout the year.

stroll downtown you’re sure to notice the city’s Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit and the artwork 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.

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ove 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!

For a list of current participating galleries check out www.downtownlawrenceartsdistrict.org.

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“Sweet Pea” Bracelet by Jayne Redman, Sterling Silver and 24k Gold.

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At the Lawrence Arts Center, we’ve created a place where you can explore artwork and discover a deeper you. So whether you’re from Lawrence or just passing through, come experience our three art galleries or enjoy a performance in our 300-seat theater. We’re located just one block east of Massachusetts Street, within walking distance of the heart of historic Downtown Lawrence. Call 785-THE-ARTS Visit 940 New Hampshire St., Lawrence, KS 66044 Browse LawrenceArtsCenter.org for event listings & hours

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

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.

PHOENIX GALLERY Featuring the handmade works of local, regional and national artisans since 1987. Pottery, blown glass, woodwork, textiles, jewelry and much more. Unique, handmade fine crafts. 919 Massachusetts St. 785-843-0080 www.phoenixgallery.biz info@phoenixgallery.biz

Original artwork by Robbin Loomas

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FACES of DOWNTOWN 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. 904 Vermont Street / 785-841-5553 www.wheatfieldsbakery.com

SUNFLOWER OUTDOOR & BIKE SHOP 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. 802-804 Massachusetts Street / 785-843-5000 www.sunfloweroutdoorandbike.com

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

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 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

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

YARN BARN 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. 930 Massachusetts Street / 785-842-4333 www.yarnbarn-ks.com

LET'S EAT

RESTAURANT guide

BAR & GRILLS Applebee’s 832-8338 2520 Iowa St. 312-9856 3900 W 6th St.

Yacht Club 856-8188 530 Wisconsin St.

Bird Dog Bar 843-1200 1200 Oread Ave.

BREWERIES

Buffalo Wild Wings 838-9464 1012 Massachusetts St. Chili’s Grill & Bar 331-3700 2319 Iowa St.

23rd Street Brewery 856-2337 3512 Clinton Pkwy. Free State Brewery 843-4555 636 Massachusetts St.

BARBECUE

Panera Bread 331-2700 520 W 23rd St.

Jade Garden Restaurant 843-8650 1410 Kasold Dr.

Perkins Family Restaurant 842-9040 1711 W 23rd St.

Jade Mongolian Barbeque 856-5233 1511 W 23rd St.

Smash Burger 842-1001 6th & Wakarusa St.

King Buffet 749-1777 1601 W 23rd St.

Southern Cuisine 331-2500 1008 Massachusetts St.

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse 838-3399 2907 W. 6th St.

The Pita Pit 856-2500 1011 Massachusetts St.

Kokoro Japanese Steakhouse 838-4134 601 Kasold Dr. The Orient Vietnamese Restaurant 843-0561 1006 Massachusetts St.

Conroy’s Pub 856-3663 3115 W 6th St.

Bigg’s Barbecue 856-2550 2429 Iowa St.

Quiznos Sub 865-0021 2540 Iowa St.

Henry T’s Bar & Grill 749-2999 3520 W 6th St.

Biemer's BBQ 785-842-0800 2120 W 9th St.

Mr. Goodcents 856-2368 2233 Louisiana St.

Jayhawker 749-1005 701 Massachusetts St.

Buffalo Bob’s BBQ 841-6400 719 Massachusetts St.

Yello Sub 843-6000 1814 W 23rd St.

Johnny's 843-0377 401 N. 2nd St.

CASUAL DINING & SANDWICH SHOPS

SEAFOOD, STEAK & FINE DINING

843-0704 721 Wakarusa St.

Burger Stand 856-0543 803 Massachusetts St.

Angler's 858-9287 1004 Massachusetts St.

Jefferson’s Restaurant 832-2000 743 Massachusetts St.

Five Guys 749-3400 2040 W 31st St.

Longhorn Steakhouse 843-7000 3050 Iowa St.

Old Chicago 841-4124 2329 Iowa St.

Ingredient 832-0100 945 Massachusetts St.

Marisco’s Restaurant 785-312-9057 4821 W 6th St.

Paddy O’Quigley’s Irish Pub & Grill 841-7077 200 McDonald Dr.

Jason’s Deli 842-5600 3140 Iowa St.

Montana Mike’s Steakhouse 749-3005 1015 Iowa St.

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich 841-0011 922 Massachusetts St.

Pachamama’s 841-0990 800 New Hampshire St.

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.

LAWRENCE VISITOR GUIDE

838-3737 1720 W 23rd St.

Ten 749-1005 701 Massachusetts St.

331-2222 601 S Kasold Dr.

CHINESE, JAPANESE & THAI

842-4500 1200 Oread Ave.

China House 841-8884 4821 W 6th St.

Local Burger 856-7827 714 Vermont St.

Encore Café 856-3682 1007 Massachusetts St.

Panda Garden 843-4312 1500 W 6th St. Peking Taste Chinese 749-4788 2210 Iowa St. Scarlet Orchid 832-8866 2223 Louisiana 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.

MEXICAN & LATIN AMERICAN Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Café 832-0550 707 W 23rd St.

mmm

good

Cielito Lindo 832-1545 815 New Hampshire St.

Paisano’s Ristorante 838-3500 2112 W 25th St.

El Mezcal 331-2703 804 Iowa St.

Teller’s 843-4111 746 Massachusetts St.

832-8775 1819 W 23rd St.

PIZZA

Mediterranean Market & Café 842-9383 3300 Bob Billings Pkwy.

INDIAN India Palace 331-4300 129 E 10th St.

Signs of Life 830-8030 722 Massachusetts St. Starbucks 832-0300 647 Massachusetts St. Teapouro 865-8500 712 Massachusetts St.

832-2200 1520 Wakarusa St.

CiCi’s Pizza 832-1110 2020 W 23rd St.

Esquina 856-1626 801 Massachusetts St.

Gambino's 856-5577 3514 Clinton Parkway

Aimee’s Coffee House 843-5173 1025 A Massachusetts St.

Ixtapa 838-4044 2016 W 23rd St.

Glory Days Pizza 841-5252 4821 W 6th St.

Bistro Bella 856-7370 3514 Clinton Pkwy.

La Familia Café & Cantina 749-0105 733 New Hampshire St.

Godfather’s Pizza 331-3333 721 Wakarusa Dr.

Einstein Bros. Bagels 838-9494 1026 Massachusetts St.

La Parrilla 841-1100 814 Massachusetts St.

Little Caesar’s Pizza 865-5400 1410 Kasold Dr.

First Watch 842-7999 2540 Iowa St.

3 Spoons Yogurt 371-1383 732 Massachusetts St.

La Tropicana 749-3550 434 Locust St.

Papa John’s Pizza 865-5775 918 Mississippi St.

Global Café 838-4600 820 Massachusetts St.

Ben & Jerry's 841-0015 818 Massachusetts St.

On the Border Mexican Grill 830-8291 3080 Iowa St.

Papa Kenos 841-7272 1035 Massachusetts St.

House of Cha 830-8888 21 W 9th St.

Cold Stone Creamery 842-8900 647 Massachusetts St.

Salty Iguana 312-8100 4931 W 6th St.

Pizza Hut 843-3516 600 W 23rd St.

J&S Coffee 749-0100 4821 W 6th St.

Dunkin’ Donuts 749-5015 521 W 23rd St.

Tortas Jalisco 865-1515 534 Frontier Rd.

843-2211 4651 W 6th St.

Java Break 749-5282 17 E 7th St.

Great Harvest Bread 749-2227 807 Vermont St.

La Prima Tazza 832-2233 638 Massachusetts St.

Munchers Bakery 749-4324 925 S Iowa St.

Milton’s 832-2330 920 Massachusetts St.

Penny Annie's Sweet Shoppe 843-5544 845 Massachusetts St.

Mirth Café 841-328 2745 New Hampshire St.

Sylas & Maddy's Homemade Ice Cream 832-8323 1014 Massachusetts St.

Tres Mexicanos Grill & Cantina 830-8415 1800 E 23rd St.

ITALIAN 715 Restaurant 856-7150 715 Massachusetts St. Bambino’s at the Grove 832-8800 1801 Massachusetts St. Genovese 842-0300 941 Massachusetts St. Mia's 856-0606 1540 Wakarusa Dr.

843-7044 934 Massachusetts St. Pyramid Pizza 842-3232 701 W 9th St. Rudy’s Pizzeria 749-0055 704 Massachusetts St. Wheat State Pizza 865-2323 711 W 23rd St.

MEDITERRANEAN Aladdin Café 832-1100 1021 Massachusetts St. Mad Greek Restaurant 843-2441 907Massachusetts St.

COFFEE HOUSES & CAFES

Scone Lady's Coffee Shop 838-3992 3300 Bob Billings Pkwy.

WheatFields Bakery Café 841-5553 904 Vermont St. Z’s Divine Espresso 843-3007 10 E 9th St. 842-7651 1800 E 23rd St.

ICE CREAM, DESSERT & BAKERIES

GREAT FOOD! Snap this icon for the most up-to-date listing of tasty dining options in Lawrence. Get the free app for your phone at http://gettag.mobi.

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CALENDAR of

EVENTS

ONGOING August 14–December 19, 2010 Media Memes: Images, Technology and Making the News 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Spencer Museum of Art 1301 Mississippi St. 785-864-4710, spencerart.ku.edu

May–October Tuesday Farmer’s Market 4 - 6 p.m. Downtown Lawrence, parking lot at 102 Vermont St. lawrencefarmersmarket.com

May–October Thursday Farmer’s Market 4 - 6 p.m. 6th & Wakarusa Dr. 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

September 11–12

September 17–September 18

Annual Haskell Indian Art Market

Benefit Sale for Audio-Reader

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Haskell Indian Nations University 2500 Massachusetts St. haskell.edu/art_market/index.html

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Douglas County Fairgrounds 2110 Harper St. 785-864-5336, reader.ku.edu/fyeo.shtml

September 11 KU Football: KU vs. Georgia Tech 11 a.m. at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141 kuathletics.com

September 11 10th Annual Lawrence Energy Conservation Fair 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Community Building 115 W. 11th St. 785-832-3030 lawrenceks.org/wrr/energyfair

September 12 Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at South Park 1140 Massachusetts St. 785-832-7930

September 18 2nd Annual Next Level Games 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Watson Park 6th & Tennessee St. 785-760-0261, nextlevelrising.com

September 24 Final Fridays Downtown Lawrence, Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883 downtownlawrenceartsdistrict.org

September 24 KU School of Music Collage Concert 7 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

September 24–26; 30 Shout! The Mod Musical Lawrence Community Theatre located at 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com

SEPTEMBER September 4 KU Football: KU vs. North Dakota State 6 p.m. at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com

September 10

SING-A LONG

"Pastiche": A Friends of the Theatre Fundraiser for the Jack B. Wright Ticket Fund 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Crafton-Preyer Theater, Murphy Hall, KU Campus 1530 Naismith Dr. 785-864-3982, kutheatre.com

LAWRENCE VISITOR GUIDE

BIG BLUE

calendar of events September 25

October 2–3

October 8

KU Football: KU vs. New Mexico State

Annual Kaw Valley Farm Tour

Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company

6 p.m. at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com

September 26 Festival of Cultures Noon - 5 p.m. at South Park 11th & Massachusetts St. 785-766-0720 lawrencealliance.org

September 30 Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

September 30–October 10 2010 Lawrence Library Fall Book Sale Lawrence Public Library 707 Vermont St. 785-843-3833, lawrencepubliclibrary.org

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Throughout the Kaw River Valley 785-843-1409, kawvalleyfarmtour.org

October 2 Punch Brothers feat. Chris Thile

October 9

7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

5th Annual Downtown Lawrence Fall Bazaar

October 2–3 Nordic Heritage Festival Noon - 9 p.m. Douglas County Fairgrounds 2120 Harper St. 785-843-7535, nordicheritagefes.com

October 3 Adam Gyorgy - Rising Star of Piano 2 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

October 3 38th Annual Antique Car Show

OCTOBER October 1–3, 7–10 Shout! The Mod Musical Lawrence Community Theatre 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com

7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied@ku.edu

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Douglas County Fairgrounds 21st & Harper st. 785-842-1664 lawrenceregionaaca.com/events/docs/ carshow_2010.pdf

October 7 Lost in Yonkers 7:30 p.m. at Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU Campus 1530 Naismith Dr. 785-864-3982, kutheatre.com

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. in Downtown Lawrence 785-842-3883, downtownlawrence.com

October 9 The Bert Nash Dash & Bash 3 p.m. in Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-830-1701, bertnash.org

October 9 Turtle Island Quartet 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

October 9 River City Reading Festival 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Lawrence Public Library 707 Vermont St. 785-843-3833, rivercityreadingfestival.org

October 14 KU Football: KU vs. Kansas State 6:30 p.m. at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com

October 16–17 53rd Annual Maple Leaf Festival Saturday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Downtown Baldwin City 785-594-7564, mapleleaffestival.com/index.htm

October 21 Fiddler on the Roof 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

October 22 Big Bad Voodoo Daddy & The Music of Cab Calloway

THAT'S FRESH

7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

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calendar of events October 22–23

October 31

November 13

Fall Antique Show and Sale

Downtown Lawrence Halloween Trick-or-Treat

Interpreti Veneziani

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Douglas County Fairgrounds 2120 Harper St. 785-843-6219

5 p.m. - 6 p.m. in Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883

October 23–24 Lawrence ArtWalk 2010 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Locations in and around Lawrence 785-865-4254, lawrenceheartwalk.org

October 23 KU Football: KU vs. Texas A&M (Homecoming) Time TBD at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com

Spring Awakening 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

KU Football: KU vs. Oklahoma State

November 5

Time TBD at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com

Armitage Gone! Dance 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied@ku.edu

Lobby Hero 7:30 p.m. at Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU Campus 1530 Naismith Dr. 785-864-3982, kutheatre.com

Final Fridays Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883 downtownlawrenceartsdisctrict.org

Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony 5:30 p.m. in Downtown Lawrence 9th & Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883

Time TBD at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141, kuathletics.com

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November 11 7:30 p.m. at Stage Too!, Murphy Hall, KU Campus 1530 Naismith Dr. 785-864-3982, kutheatre.com

November 12 The Real Dr. Strangelove: Edward Teller & the Battle for the H-Bomb

October 29

November 26

KU Football: KU vs. Colorado

A Midsummer Night's Dream

October 28

November 20

NOVEMBER

November 6

October 27

7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

Final Fridays Downtown Lawrence Massachusetts St. 785-842-3883 downtownlawrenceartsdistrict.org

November 27 Bizarre Bazaar 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St. 785-843-2787, bizbazart.com

November 27–December 3 Fair Trade Holiday Market 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Ecumenical Christian Ministries 1204 Oread Ave. 785-969-3482, lawrencefairtrade.com

November 27–28 Van Go's Adornment Van Go Mobile Arts 715 New Jersey St. 785-842-3797, van-go.org

November 29–December 2 Festival of Trees 10 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. at Liberty Hall 642 Massachusetts St. 785-843-2085

DECEMBER December 3–6

festi vals

Gingerbread House Festival and Viewing 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at The Eldridge Extended Hotel 201 W. 8th St. 785-843-7359

calendar of events JANUARY

February 15

Lawrence Community Theatre 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com

January 20–23; 27–30

December 4

Lawrence Community Theatre 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469 theatrelawrence.com

7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

December 3–5; 9–12; 16–19 Annie

Holiday Art Fair 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St. 785-979-7039

December 4–5; 11–12; 18–19 Festival of Nativities Noon - 4 p.m. at Centenary United Methodist Church 4th & Elm St. 785-843-0276

December 4 Downtown Lawrence Old Fashioned Christmas Parade 11 a.m. in Downtown Lawrence 785-838-9400, lawrencechristmasparade.org

December 5

Skin Deep

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Free State High School 4700 Overland Dr. 785-843-7665, kawvalleyeaglesday.com

Baroque by Candlelight

January 23 Ranger-Led Eagle-Viewing Excursions 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Meet in the parking lot at Clinton Lake Corps of Engineers office 785-843-7665

FEBRUARY

Noon - 5 p.m. Throughout Lawrence 785-841-5760, healthcareaccess.org

Van Go Mobile Arts located at 715 New Jersey St. 785-842-3797, van-go.org

Van Go's Have a Heart Art Show

85th Annual Holiday Vespers

February 5

2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-278, lied.ku.edu

Souper Bowl Saturday

December 7

February 8

7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

December 9 Annual KU Jazz Vespers 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-3367

December 11–12 Annual Children's Holiday Shop 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St. 785-979-7039 lawrenceartscenter.com/HolidayShop/index.htm

December 11 Jim Brickman 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

William Inge's Bus Stop

Eagle Day

February 4

Legally Blonde the Musical

February 19 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

January 23

Annual Health Care Access Clinic Holiday Homes Tour

December 5

Alexander String Quartet

11 a.m. at the Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St. 785-843-2787, lawrenceartscenter.com

February 19 7 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church 1011 Vermont St. 785-691-7824 lawrencechamberorchestra.org

February 24 The Spencers: Theatre of Illusion 7:30 at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

February 24 "The Beaux" Stratagem 7:30 p.m. at Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU Campus 1530 Naismith Dr. 785-864-3982, kutheatre.com

February 24–February 27 Opus 7:30 p.m. at Lawrence Community Theatre 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com

Black Violin 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

February 10 Undergraduate Projects: Black Box 7:30 p.m. at Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU Campus 1530 Naismith Dr. 785-864-3982, kutheatre.com

ho-ho ho

calendar of events MARCH March 3â&#x20AC;&#x201C;6 Opus 7:30 p.m. at Lawrence Community Theatre 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com

March 4â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5 Spring Antique Show & Sale 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Douglas County Fairground 2120 Harper St. 785-843-6219

March 6 Kansas City Symphony 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

March 9 An Evening with Garrison Keillor 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

March 13 Carnival of the Animals & Peter and the Wolf 2:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

March 17 St. Patrick's Day Parade 1 p.m. in Downtown Lawrence 785-749-6677

The KU School of Music has something for everyone!

APRIL April 7 Man Equals Man 7:30 p.m. at Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU Campus 1530 Naismith Dr. 785-864-3982, kutheatre.com

con certs

www.music.ku.edu

April 8

April 29–May 1

Alpin Hong - Piano Concert

Jayhawk Basketball Invitational

7:30 p.m. at the Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

Throughout Lawrence 913-390-8191, jayhawkinvitational.com

April 8–10; 14–17; 21–23 To Kill a Mockingbird Lawrence Community Theatre 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com

April 9

April 29 Hansel & Gretel an Opera by Engelbert Humperdinck 7:30 p.m. at Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU Campus 1530 Naismith Dr. 785-864-3982, kutheatre.com

FUN

FACTS ABOUT

LAWRENCE 1. The first streets in Lawrence

Lawrence Arts Center Benefit Art Auction

MAY

were named after the thirteen

6 p.m. at The Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St. 785-843-2787, lawrenceartscenter.org

May 1

ing with Delaware in Old East

April 13–16 Kansas Annual Relays

original states of the Union, start-

Annual Art in the Park 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at South Park 12th & Massachusetts St. 785-979-7039, lawrenceartguild.org

Lawrence and the city’s main street was named Massachusetts after the home state of the city’s founders.

All day at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-3141 kuathletics.com/sports/c-relay

May 6–7

2. The city is located between the

Haskell Indian Nations Commencement and Native American Pow-Wow

paths of the Oregon and Santa Fe

April 14

23rd & Barker 785-749-8404, haskell.edu

Preservation Hall Jazz Band & Del McCoury Band 7:30 p.m. at The Lied Center of Kansas 1600 Stewart Dr. 785-864-2787, lied.ku.edu

April 17

May 6–8

Trails. The trails ran through the area and wagon swales are still visible in parts of southern Douglas County. 3. The National Trust for Historic

Annual Lawrence Auto Swap Meet

Preservation named Lawrence one

Douglas County Fair Grounds 21st & Harper St. 785-842-7982

tions, calling the city “an example

of its Dozen Distinctive Destinaof the best preserved and unique

Lynn Electric Kansas Marathon

communities in America.”

7:30 a.m. at Shenk Sports Complex 23rd & Iowa St. 785-331-7869, kansasmarathon.com

4. Lawrence is listed among The 100 Best Small Arts Towns in America by author John Villani. 5. Lawrence's Mount Oread is named after Oread Seminary in Worcester, MA which was founded

SPO RTS

by the organization that sent the city's first settlers. 6. 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.

PAR ADES

7. James Naismith, the inventor of the game of basketball, coached at the University of Kansas and is buried in Lawrence’s Memorial Park Cemetery. visitlawrence.com 31

calendar of events May 15 University of Kansas Commencement 10:30 a.m. at Memorial Stadium 11th & Maine St. 785-864-7103

JUNE June 2 Annual Downtown Lawrence Film Festival 8 p.m. 9th & New Hampshire St. 785-842-3883

June 3–5; 10–12 Day Out with Thomas the Train Midland Railway located at 1515 W. High St. Baldwin City 866-468-7630, midland-ry.org

L EGENDARY EVENTS START PLANNING TODAY

The

Castle Tea Room

castleks@gmail.com

CastleTeaRoom.com

our first home

June 6–July 10 KU Mini College 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at University of Kansas 785-864-1767, minicollege.ku.edu

2701 W. Sixth Street | 841-4500 www.stephensre.com

June 9 Annual Downtown Lawrence Film Festival 8 p.m. 9th & New Hampshire St. 785-842-3883

WA JAPANESE RESTAURANT

June 10–12; 16–19 Chicago

Lawrence Community Theatre 1501 New Hampshire St. 785-843-7469, theatrelawrence.com

June 12 Ironman 70.3 Kansas

785-331-7869, ironmankansas.com

June 16

Annual Downtown Lawrence Film Festival 8 p.m. 9th & New Hampshire St. 785-842-3883

June 18 Van Go's What Floats Your Boat 6 p.m. at Clinton Lake Marina 785-842-3797, van-go.org

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

LAWRENCE VISITOR GUIDE

calendar of events June 23 Annual Downtown Lawrence Film Festival 8 p.m. 9th & New Hampshire St. 785-842-3883

June 24–25 St. John's Mexican Fiesta 6 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. at St. John's Catholic Church 1234 Kentucky St. 785-843-0109 stjohnsfiesta.com

June 25–26 Annual Historic Lecompton Territorial Days 785-887-6617 lecomptonterritorialdays.com

June 30 Annual Downtown Lawrence Film Festival 8 p.m. 9th & New Hampshire St. 785-842-3883

JULY July 2–4 3rd Annual Tour Of Lawrence Pro-Am Bicycle Races 785-856-5302, touroflawrence.com

July 4 City of Lawrence Fireworks Display 9:30 p.m. at Burcham Park 785-865-4499

July 7–10 Salute! Festival of Wine & Food Throughout Lawrence 785-840-1604 salutewinefest.com

calendar of events July 7 Annual Downtown Lawrence Film Festival 8 p.m. 9th & New Hampshire St. 785-842-3883

July 14 Annual Downtown Lawrence Sidewalk Sale Dawn to Dusk in Downtown Lawrence 785-842-3883

July 22 Van Go's Benchmark Van Go Mobile Arts located at 715 New Jersey St. 785-842-3797 van-go.org/about/annual-events

AUGUST July 30–August 6 Douglas County Free Fair 785-843-7058, dgcountyfair.com

August 5–21 Civil War on the Western Frontier Throughout Lawrence 785-865-4499, visitlawrence.com

August 19–21 Downtown Lawrence Busker Fest All Day Historic Downtown Lawrence 785-842-3833, lawrencebuskerfest.com

August 28 30th Annual Kansas State Fiddling & Picking Championships Noon - 5 p.m. at South Park 12th & Massachusetts 785-830-9640 kansasfiddlingandpicking.org/schedule-Sunday.html

DON'T MISS THE FUN.

CALENDAR NOTE Dates/times/locations are subject to change. Check visitlawrence.com for current information on these and other events.

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LAWRENCE GOTTA DOs 1. Watch for trains at the Visitor Information Center. More than100 freight trains pass by each day, and you’re so close you’ll feel them rumble the earth before they arrive. 2. Attend a Wednesday Night Summer Band Concert in South Park or a Thursday Noon Brown Bag Con-

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cert at 9th & Massachusetts during the summer. 3. Go to the Sandbar in Downtown Lawrence at 10 p.m. and experience a hurricane—complete with rain, thunder, gusting winds and mermaids dancing on the bar. 4. Two-fer Tuesdays at Liberty Hall—You can’t beat two movie tickets for the price of one as you enjoy the latest independent film. 5. Do a little shopping at Weaver’s, in Downtown. Established in 1857, it’s one of the longest-running department stores in the country. Once you’ve made your selection your payment will be taken by pneumatic tubes upstairs to the accounting office and, like magic, it all zips right back to you, just like the old days.

…where doing business doesn’t mean cubicles, traffic jams, and company vending machines.

6. Dip your toes in the Chi Omega Fountain. (Just don’t say we sent you there!) 7. Buy a slice of pizza next door at Papa Keno’s, then picnic at the Japanese Friendship Garden near

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Watkins Museum. You’ll wonder if you’re still in Kansas. 8. Check out Downtown’s only factory at Waxman Candles where they’re pouring, molding and carving intricate candles every day. visitlawrence.com 35

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LEGEND of the

KANSAS JAYHAWK

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.

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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. 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.

Liberty Hall 640-646 Massachusetts

La Prima Tazza Coffee Shop 6 am - 11 pm Liberty Hall Cinema, independent & foreign films Liberty Hall video library, DVD rentals Liberty Hall, concerts, weddings, seminars, and more

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so cool 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. 11) 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.

Get Out

TRAVEL planner Midland Railway (p. 9) 1515 W High St, Baldwin City, KS 800-651-0388 www.midland-ry.org

UNIVERSITIES

University of Kansas KU Visitor Center (p. 16) 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. 16) 155 Indian Ave. 785-832-6686 www.haskell.edu Mon.–Fri. 9 a.m.–noon, 1 p.m.–5 p.m.

Baldwin City/ Baker University 20 minutes south of Lawrence on US 59 785-594-3200 www.baldwincity.org

Baker University (p. 16)

ARTS/ PERFORMING ARTS Lawrence Arts Center (p. 19) 940 New Hampshire St. 785-843-2787 www.lawrenceartscenter.com Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and for special events

785-594-6451 www.bakeru.edu

Clarice L. Osborne Memorial Chapel (p. 16)

Lawrence Community Theatre (p. 19)

Baker University Campus 6 a.m.–midnight.

1501 New Hampshire St. 785843-7469 www.theatrelawrence.com

MUSEUMS Lied Center of Kansas (p. 19)

Natural History Museum (p. 9) 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.

Wakarusa Valley Heritage Museum (p. 11) Bloomington Park, Clinton Lake 785-748-0800 or 785-748-9836

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/

University Theatre (p. 19) 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

Public Art (p. 19) www.lawrenceks.org/advisory_ boards/lac/publicart/

HISTORICAL SITES Hobbs Park Memorial (p. 11) 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)

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www.blackjackbattlefield.org Battlefield lies approximately three miles east of Baldwin City along and south of Highway 56 785-883-2106

Let's party 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

Busta move 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

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. 13) 872 N 1402 Rd. 785-843-7665

1329 E. 800 Rd www.cintonlakemarina.com 785-749-3222

Clinton State Park (p. 13) 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. 13)

31st St. & Haskell Ave. www.skyways.lib.ks.us/orgs/ jayhawkaudubon

872 N 1402 Rd. 785-843-7665 www.nwk.usace.army.mil/ clinton/clinton_home.htm

Prairie Park Nature Center (p. 13)

Lone Star Lake (p. 13)

2730 Harper St. 785-832-7980 www.prairieparknaturecenter.com Open Tues.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun., 1–4 p.m.

Downtown Lawrence Farmers’ Market (p. 13) 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

NIGHTLIFE (p. 7) For a list of venues, check out www.visitlawrence.com/ dining

Clinton Lake Marina (p. 13)

Birding Baker Wetlands Research and Natural Area (p. 12)

FARM EXPERIENCE

665 E 665 Rd. 785-832-5293 www.douglas-county.com/ dept/pw/pw_lonestarlakepark.aspx

SHOPPING

(p. 17)

TRANSPORTATION Lawrence Municipal Airport 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

Greyhound 2447 W 6th St. 785-843-5622

The “T” 785-312-7063 www.lawrencetransit.org Route maps are available online and at the Lawrence Visitor Information Center, 402 N 2nd Street.

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

For additional information about planning your trip to Lawrence, go to visitlawrence.com.

HAVE FUN

PERFORMING ARTS 24 world-class

performances! Aug. 2010 – April 2011

2010-11 SEASON

HIGHLIGHTS

Bayanihan Philippine National Dance Company CULTURALLY RICH DANCE FRIDAY, OCT. 8 7:30 p.m.

Fiddler on the Roof A GLORIOUS MUSICAL THEATRE TRADITION

THURSDAY, OCT. 21 7:30 p.m.

William Inge’s Bus Stop MONTANA REPERTORY THEATRE

SATURDAY, FEB. 19 7:30 p.m.

An Evening with Garrison Keillor HOST OF A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 7:30 p.m.

Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Del McCoury Band TWO AMERICAN MUSICAL LEGACIES

THURSDAY, APRIL 14 7:30 p.m.

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Baymont Inn & Suites — 740 North Iowa, 66044

785-838-4242 / 877-BAYMONT 68 59 20

Eldridge Hotel — 7th & Massachusetts, 66044

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Best Western — 2309 Iowa, 66047 Quality Inn — 801 North Iowa, 66049

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Super 8 — 515 McDonald Drive, 66044

785-842-5721

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The Oread — 1200 Oread Ave., 66044

785-843-1200

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott — 1 Riverfront Plaza, 66044

785-841-2700 / 888-287-9400 105 105 105 5 250 200

Rodeway Inn — 2525 West 6th, 66049

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Days Inn — 730 Iowa, 66044

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Virginia Inn — 2903 West 6th, 66049

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Motel 6 — 1130 North 3rd, 66044

785-749-4040

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Jayhawk Motel — 1004 North 3rd, 66044

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The Lodge — 502 Ames, Baldwin City, 66006

785-594-3900

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Halcyon House Bed & Breakfast — 1000 Ohio, 66044

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