Opening Reception: K is for Kansas
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesJoin us to celebrate the 20th Installation Opening Reception for K is for Kansas: Exploring Kansas from A to Z. Introductory remarks at 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Refreshments provided. Kansas "lawn games" available inside throughout the museum, for all ages!
Abilene from A to Z Bus Tour
In conjunction with the current special exhibition, K is for Kansas, we'll visit a Kansas town rich in history. We'll find everything from A to Z in Abilene. This tour will visit: -Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum & Boyhood Home -Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad and Hoffman Grist Mill -Seelye Mansion -M for a Mystery Stop! […]
The Growth and Decline of the Alta Community: A Case Study of Dead and Dying Towns in Kansas
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesThe Growth and Decline of the Alta Community: A Case Study of Dead and Dying Towns in Kansas by Renae Stucky, Access Services Librarian at Bethel College. In conjunction with Bethel College Fall Fest. Free and open to the public.
First Saturday Bird Walk
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesJoin experienced birders as they spot feathered friends! Our First Saturday Bird Walk departs from the kiosk in the museum parking lot for a mile-and-a-half hike through Chisholm Park and along the Sand Creek Trail. Be prepared for some unpaved/steep terrain. Binoculars and a bird book are recommended but not required. Children accompanied by an […]
70th Annual Christmas Bird Count in Halstead-Newton
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesAnnouncing Audubon's 120th Christmas Bird Count and Halstead-Newton's 70th year participating in community science data. Your participation continues to be important! Information: • WHERE: Groups will meet at the Museum (27th and Main in North Newton) at 6:45 AM for group organization and paperwork. The final compilation is planned at the Museum at 4:45 PM. […]
Museum Closed
Museum Closed for Christmas Day
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Museum Closed for New Year's Day
Celebrate Kansas Day!
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesCelebrate our state’s birthday with this free Kansas Day event. • Presentation, Lecture Name, by Lecturer at the Luyken Fine Arts Center at Bethel College, 11 am • Food trucks in the Kauffman Museum parking lot from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm • Free Kansas Day activities at the museum, from 1 pm to 4 […]
First Saturday Bird Walk
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesTIME TBD Join experienced birders as they spot feathered friends! The walk departs from the kiosk in the museum parking lot for a mile-and-a-half hike through Chisholm Park and along the Sand Creek Trail. Be prepared for some unpaved/steep terrain. Binoculars and a bird book are recommended but not required. Children accompanied by an adult […]
“Meta: an Exhibition about Exhibitions” Exhibition & Virtual Tour
Kauffman Museum 27th & Main St., North Newton, KS, United StatesStudent Exhibition - Now Available Virtually! April 2 - July 30 “Meta” is curated by Bethel College seniors, Elizabeth Friesen Birky, Art History and Communications major, and Emma Girton, Art History major. "Meta" explores four exhibition styles: Cabinet of Curiosity, Partial Context, White Cube, and Salon Style. The exhibit team created a virtual tour of […]