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MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS
The University Theatre
KU Museum of Natural History
KU’s internationally renowned University Theatre offers a wide array of classical, musical, and contemporary productions in three major series- The University Theatre for Young People Series, plus the popular Kansas Summer Theatre. The University Theatre is housed in Murphy Hall. Visually stunning production and high-quality student performances are two of the hallmarks of KU theatre productions. Murphy Hall is located at the corner of 15th Street and Naismith Drive on the KU campus.
15th Street and Naismith Drive, University of Kansas Campus
Dyche Hall, University of Kansas Campus
This nationally recognized museum studies the life of the planet and seeks to discover, document, and share knowledge of the Earth’s biological diversity and natural environments. The museum contains a panorama of North American plants and animals that presents realistic scenes of wildlife from the arctic coasts to the tropical rain forests. Several dinosaur fossil exhibits are on display as well as millions of insects and other invertebrates and thousands of plants, reptiles, amphibians, fish, mammals and birds, both living and extinct. Contact: Cost:
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785-864-4540, www.nhm.ku.edu Recommended $5 donation for adults; $3 for children; free for museum members, KU students, faculty and staff, children 6 and under 9am-5pm, Monday-Saturday; Noon-5pm, Sunday Closed New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King Day; Memorial Day; Independence Day; Labor Day; Thanksgiving; Friday after Thanksgiving; December 24, 25, 31
1301 Mississippi Street, University of Kansas Campus
Eleven galleries showcase one of the most comprehensive university art collections in the United States. Collections include Rossetti, Homer, O’Keefe, Benton and Chihuly. 785-864-4710, www.spencerart.ku.edu Free (Donations accepted) 10am-5pm, Tuesday-Saturday; Open until 9pm on Thursday; Noon-5pm, Sunday;
2350 Petefish Drive
Located in a striking 28,000 square-foot structure on KU’s West Campus, the Dole Institute opened in July 2003. The Institute houses exhibits tracing half a century of Kansas and American history. A 23-foot stained glass American flag forms the backdrop to displays including Dole’s World War II uniform, as well as other artifacts, videos and historic photographs. In addition, the building serves as a research center; Dole’s personal papers comprise the world’s largest congressional collection. Contact: Hours:
785-864-4900, www.doleinstitute.org 9am-5pm, Monday-Saturday; Noon-5pm, Sunday Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day
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785-856-5285
Allen Fieldhouse, University of Kansas Campus
The Booth Family Hall of Athletics, located inside Allen Fieldhouse, features some of the great athletes who once played for the Jayhawks. From Danny Manning and Lynette Woodard in basketball, to Jim Ryun in track, the University has had many excellent athletes grace its campus. Memorabilia from past Jayhawk teams, players and coaches are on display.
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785-864-7050 Free
Campanile University of Kansas Campus
Music created in this 53-bell tower can be heard throughout the University of Kansas campus. Witness the operation of this giant instrument, housed in an inspiring monument, dedicated as a World War II memorial. You will have your own private concert. Contact: Cost: Time: Note:
Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics
785-864-3982, www.kutheatre.com
Booth Family Hall of Athletics
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Spencer Museum of Art
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785-864-3835 Free 30 minutes There are many steps to get to the top of the bell tower, but the music is just as sweet from the ground level.
Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire Street
The Lawrence Arts Center serves the community and region by providing an extensive calendar of exhibitions, performances and classes. Housed in spacious, new quarters, the Arts Center is the hub of arts activities in Lawrence. The new Arts Center has two galleries that feature exhibitions by area and nationally known artists. The 300-seat theatre and two dance studios are some of the Center’s most active areas and are home to the professional Prairie Wind Dancers.
meetings@visitlawrence.com