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New edition of first volume of ‘Embattled Lawrence’ released
An updated version of “Embattled Lawrence Vol. 1,” an original work detailing history of Lawrence, aims to fill in more gaps than its predecessor.
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Organizations earn grant for exhibit to be spread across 6 Douglas County sites
Douglas County museums have earned a grant that will support an exhibition to be displayed across six historic sites throughout the county.
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Crafts, hobby horses and scavenger hunt at Watkins Museum to get kids in the holiday spirit
Although Lawrence’s Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade won’t take to the streets this year, the show will go on for the Watkins Museum’s accompanying Tails and Traditions Holiday Festival.
Watkins Museum exhibit honors legacy of the Douglas County Community Foundation
A new exhibition at the Watkins Museum highlights 25 years of philanthropy driven by the Douglas County Community Foundation.
Watkins Museum exhibit and separate guided tour both celebrate Black Vaudeville actor born in Lawrence
A new exhibit at the Watkins Museum will celebrate the life of George “Nash” Walker, a Lawrence-born actor, writer and producer. A separate guided tour on Black Lawrence history will include a stop at the home Walker had built for his mother.
Doug and his dogs: Watkins Museum earns recognition for preparing puppies for service
Doug Tyler has been able to train more than two dozen puppies on their way to becoming service dogs during his Watkins Museum volunteer shifts over the last several years.
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Trunk-or-treats, haunted scavenger hunts and more family-friendly Halloween events in Lawrence this month
It’s that time of year when kids get to gorge on candy and indulge in all of their dress-up dreams. Here are some trunk-or-treats and other ghoulish events that are perfect for the whole family.
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Jayhawks vs. Tigers rivalry heats up in a new exhibition at the Watkins Museum
A new exhibition at the Watkins Museum explores the infamous KU Jayhawks and Mizzou Tigers sports rivalry, which stretches back well more than a century.
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Dozens of Halloween-themed events, fall festivals for adults coming up in Lawrence
Tricks and treats aren’t just for Lawrence kids. There are plenty of spine-tingling events around town geared toward adults, including haunted houses, “Rocky Horror Show” performances, spooky burlesque and more.
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Panel of Native leaders celebrates Indigenous-led education, calls on Lawrence community for involvement
A panel of Indigenous leaders and academics gathered on Friday to discuss the value of Native-led education, as well as the need for greater Lawrence and Douglas County community participation in Haskell culture.
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