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Thrift Finds: Thrifted Treasures from the Museum’s Collection

Museums acquire objects in many ways, including purchases from thrift stores. Thrift stores sell donated used or second-hand items to the public at moderate prices, often as a way to support charitable organizations or causes. By promoting green practices, encouraging the re-use of items, and providing funds and services to underserved audiences, thrift stores support the community in important ways – and you never know what you’ll find at a thrift store!

Originally created as a companion to September 2024’s traveling exhibit Thrift Style, Thrift Finds features thrifted treasures from the Museum’s Permanent Collection and will be on view until February 2025.

September 2024 – February 2025

Tues-Fri 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun 1-5pm

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum – 204 S Main

Located in the Lois Kay Walls Gallery – 3rd Floor.

In the lobby of the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum, from the Wreath Festival through the New Year, visitors will find the Moore Family Santa Dolls on display. As a yearly tradition that's continued for the last 17 years, the Museum has exhibited a small selection of the Moore's collection -- which is about 150 in total -- for the public to admire. These antique Santas come in various sizes, colors, and expressions. It's hard to pick a favorite!

Santa Claus has long served as a Christmas icon. By 20th century, Santa Claus had become so popular that his likeness was interpreted by many diverse toy manufacturers for a variety of uses. Most of the plush toy Santa figures featured in this exhibit date from the 1950's and 60's. Some figures are made of molded plastic, cast metal, rubber, or paper mache' and date earlier in the 20th century.

November 2024 - December 2024

Tues-Fri 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun 1-5pm

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum - 204 S Main

A Featured exhibit of the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum includes “A Wichita Cottage.” This exhibit authentically recreates a typical middle-class Wichita home of the late 19th century complete with Victorian adornment and the emerging technology which would soon change domestic life and society in general. Seven individual rooms compose this environmental exhibit. Visit and pay a social call on the residents of a Wichita cottage, this 1890 Victorian house is authentically decorated throughout, from the wooden icebox on the back porch to the combination gas-and –electric ceiling light fixture hanging in the parlor.

Located on the third floor, starting during our annual Wreath Festival and going through to the New Year, the immersive Victorian Cottage exhibit has been decked out for Christmas jubilation. visitors will get a glimpse of how people celebrated the season over 100 years ago. All that's missing is a roaring fire and a cup of hot cocoa!

November 2024 - December 2024

Tues-Fri 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun 1-5pm

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum - 204 S Main

Grab a bite to eat or a cup of coffee for this online lunch-time virtual chat, open-access session with Bonita Gooch, Editor-in-Chief of The Community Voice. 
Friday, July 7, 12:00pm-1:00pm
We'll talk about community issues, ideas for stories, your likes or dislikes about the paper or anything else.It's our chance to hear from our readers. We care what you think! We'll share what we know!! This event happens on the first Friday of each month, just register and on the Thursday before the event we will email you the link to join in the webinar.

AARP Kansas, Urban League of Kansas, and AT&T are offering a series of in-person classes on digital literacy for participants 50 and older. These courses will cover Smartphones, social media, telehealth, fraud protection, and more.

Thrift Finds: Thrifted Treasures from the Museum’s Collection

Museums acquire objects in many ways, including purchases from thrift stores. Thrift stores sell donated used or second-hand items to the public at moderate prices, often as a way to support charitable organizations or causes. By promoting green practices, encouraging the re-use of items, and providing funds and services to underserved audiences, thrift stores support the community in important ways – and you never know what you’ll find at a thrift store!

Originally created as a companion to September 2024’s traveling exhibit Thrift Style, Thrift Finds features thrifted treasures from the Museum’s Permanent Collection and will be on view until February 2025.

September 2024 – February 2025

Tues-Fri 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun 1-5pm

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum – 204 S Main

Located in the Lois Kay Walls Gallery – 3rd Floor.

In the lobby of the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum, from the Wreath Festival through the New Year, visitors will find the Moore Family Santa Dolls on display. As a yearly tradition that's continued for the last 17 years, the Museum has exhibited a small selection of the Moore's collection -- which is about 150 in total -- for the public to admire. These antique Santas come in various sizes, colors, and expressions. It's hard to pick a favorite!

Santa Claus has long served as a Christmas icon. By 20th century, Santa Claus had become so popular that his likeness was interpreted by many diverse toy manufacturers for a variety of uses. Most of the plush toy Santa figures featured in this exhibit date from the 1950's and 60's. Some figures are made of molded plastic, cast metal, rubber, or paper mache' and date earlier in the 20th century.

November 2024 - December 2024

Tues-Fri 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun 1-5pm

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum - 204 S Main

A Featured exhibit of the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum includes “A Wichita Cottage.” This exhibit authentically recreates a typical middle-class Wichita home of the late 19th century complete with Victorian adornment and the emerging technology which would soon change domestic life and society in general. Seven individual rooms compose this environmental exhibit. Visit and pay a social call on the residents of a Wichita cottage, this 1890 Victorian house is authentically decorated throughout, from the wooden icebox on the back porch to the combination gas-and –electric ceiling light fixture hanging in the parlor.

Located on the third floor, starting during our annual Wreath Festival and going through to the New Year, the immersive Victorian Cottage exhibit has been decked out for Christmas jubilation. visitors will get a glimpse of how people celebrated the season over 100 years ago. All that's missing is a roaring fire and a cup of hot cocoa!

November 2024 - December 2024

Tues-Fri 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun 1-5pm

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum - 204 S Main

Grab a bite to eat or a cup of coffee for this online lunch-time virtual chat, open-access session with Bonita Gooch, Editor-in-Chief of The Community Voice. 
Friday, July 7, 12:00pm-1:00pm
We'll talk about community issues, ideas for stories, your likes or dislikes about the paper or anything else.It's our chance to hear from our readers. We care what you think! We'll share what we know!! This event happens on the first Friday of each month, just register and on the Thursday before the event we will email you the link to join in the webinar.

AARP Kansas, Urban League of Kansas, and AT&T are offering a series of in-person classes on digital literacy for participants 50 and older. These courses will cover Smartphones, social media, telehealth, fraud protection, and more.

Test your skills at classic and unique carnival games.

Test your skills at classic and unique carnival games. For ages 5-12.

Sip hot cocoa and paint cozy scenes with other aspiring young artists. All skill levels welcome!