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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - lawrence-ks (arts) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:America at 250 Special Exhibits DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217 DTSTAMP:20260807T043256Z UID:9032-1771200000-1789343999@doleinstitute.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Commemorate America at 250 with three special exhibits highlig hting the Declaration of Independence\, Kansas\, and the last major commem oration of America’s founding. Experience these special exhibits starti ng Feb. 16\, on display in the Elizabeth Dole Gallery & Reading Room. \nDe claration 1776: The Big Bang of Modern Democracy uses primary sources to i llustrate how Americans and people across the world have been inspired by the Declaration of Independence in their pursuit of equality and self-dete rmination. This special exhibit was developed by the Gilder Lehrman Instit ute of American History. \nSpirit of ’76 features original artifacts fr om the Dole Archives that highlight the 1976 Bicentennial celebrations\, w hich commemorated 200 years since the signing of the Declaration of Indepe ndence. \nKansas in 1776 provides insight into what the Kansas landscape looked like while the Founding Fathers penned the Declaration of Independe nce in 1776. This special exhibit was developed by Humanities Kansas. \n  \n \nThis exhibit is presented in partnership with Humanities Kansas\n\nO ngoing through September 13\, 2026. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T043256Z LOCATION:The Dole Institute of Politics\, 2350 Petefish Drive\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66045\, United States URL:https://doleinstitute.org/event/america-at-250-special-exhibits/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Dole Institute X-SOURCE-URL:https://doleinstitute.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dwell in Possibility: Space Exploration in the Dole Archives DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260825 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101 DTSTAMP:20260818T001128Z UID:9749-1787616000-1798761599@doleinstitute.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Throughout his career in public service\, Senator Bob Dole saw the rapid expansion of our nation’s space program\, including the Apoll o 11 moon landing\, the Space Shuttle program\, and the Hubble Space Teles cope project. \nDrawing on the themes found in the 2026-27 KU Common Book\ , Orbital by Samantha Harvey\, this special exhibit showcases documents\, photographs\, and other artifacts from the Dole Archives illustrating Amer ica’s history in space exploration. \nLearn more about the KU Common Boo k program → LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T001128Z LOCATION:The Dole Institute of Politics\, 2350 Petefish Drive\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66045\, United States URL:https://doleinstitute.org/event/dwell-in-possibility-space-exploration -in-the-dole-archives/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Dole Institute X-SOURCE-URL:https://doleinstitute.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:September 11\, 2001: The Day That Changed the World DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260818T001128Z UID:9705-1788220800-1789948799@doleinstitute.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:In commemoration of the anniversary of the September 11\, 2001 \, attacks\, the Dole Institute will be displaying a special memorial post er exhibit\, “September 11\, 2001: The Day That Changed the World\,” d eveloped by the 9/11 Memorial Museum with support from the National Endowm ent for the Humanities. \nThe exhibit reviews the events of the day\, high lights personal experiences\, and invites reflections from all patrons. Gu ests can also view the Institute’s permanent September 11 Memorial in Ha nsen Hall\, featuring two original beams from World Trade Center Tower 1. \nPlan your visit to the Dole Institute’s Museum & Galleries → \n  \n \n  \nThis special exhibit was produced by the 9/11 Memorial Museum with support from the National Endowment for the Humanities LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T001128Z LOCATION:The Dole Institute of Politics\, 2350 Petefish Drive\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66045\, United States URL:https://doleinstitute.org/event/september-11-exhibit-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Dole Institute X-SOURCE-URL:https://doleinstitute.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art in the Park DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T043255Z UID:23418457-1789812000-1789923600@downtownlawrence.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Celebrate creativity\, community\, and the outdoors at Art in the Park\, the longest running art festival in Lawrence! This beloved annu al tradition brings together regional artists\, makers\, and art lovers fo r a vibrant day of visual art and family-friendly fun. \nStroll through th e park as you explore a wide variety of artwork—from painting and cerami cs to jewelry\, photography\, and more. Meet local and regional artists an d take home a one-of-a-kind piece. \nEnjoy live music throughout the day\, grab a bite from local food vendors\, and take part in activities designe d for all ages. Whether you’re a serious collector or just looking for a relaxing weekend outing\, Art in the Park offers something for everyone . \n The event is produced by the Lawrence Art Guild. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T043255Z LOCATION:South Park\, 1141 Massachusetts Street\, Lawrence\, Kansas\, 6604 4 URL:https://downtownlawrence.com/event/art-in-the-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Lawrence Inc X-SOURCE-URL:https://downtownlawrence.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Park(ing) Day DTSTART:20260925T210000Z DTEND:20260926T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T043255Z UID:23422093-1790352000-1790366400@downtownlawrence.com CATEGORIES:arts,community DESCRIPTION:Come and experience creative installations placed in select pa rallel parking spaces throughout Downtown. The event is a collaboration b etween the City of Lawrence along with Downtown businesses\, organizations \, and other community partners. \n\n\n\n\nPark(ing) Day is an annual glob al event aimed at engaging the public and reclaiming public space for the people. Started in 2006 by the San Francisco creative-collective\, ReBar\, participants are challenged to explore the full dimensions of urban socia l ecology\, experimental design\, and creative vision in the humble parkin g spot. Park(ing)Day is a combination of parks and recreation\, arts\, arc hitecture and design\, and social activism\, where the public is then inv ited and encouraged to interact with the various temporary installations. Original Park(ing) Day concept by Rebar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T043255Z URL:https://downtownlawrence.com/event/parking-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Lawrence Inc X-SOURCE-URL:https://downtownlawrence.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR