Lawrence Visitors Guide 2014/2015

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2014-2015

Official Visitors Guide

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Welcome Lawrence, where a college town offers something for everyone

it’s all here for you Information on the Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau

downtown lawrence America’s quintessential main street comes alive in Lawrence

Artistic Heart Art, music and culture abound with Midwestern hospitality

Out and About Lawrence offers plenty of recreational activities for visitors

Competitive Edge Spectators celebrate with college basketball and world-class events

Campus Life The University of Kansas fills Lawrence with school spirit and youthfulness

lawrence itineraries Find your niche in Lawrence as we help you plan your visit

Rooted in History Historic events and local preservation make Lawrence a fascinating destination

Shop ‘til you Drop Boutiques, galleries, furniture and antiques—Lawrence has it all

Sensational Eats From farm to table, Lawrence chefs tap in to local fare

events Mark your calendar and be a part of these annual events

Near by Surrounding communities offer day trips that add to Lawrence’s variety

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WELCOME TO

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visitlawrence.com info@visitlawrence.com PO Box 526 402 N 2nd St. (785) 856-3040 Lawrence, KS 66044 President and CEO Destination Management, Inc. Fred Conboy Chair, CVB Advisory Board Katy Ibsen Marketing & Communications Manager Toni Dixon Contributing Writer Liz Weslander Contributing Photographers Jason Dailey Earl Richardson Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau Creative Services provided by

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In the beautiful, historic and lively college town of Lawrence, Kansas, it’s all here for YOU. We’ll surprise and delight you with great food, unique shopping, arts, recreation, sports and entertainment.

Home to the University of Kansas and 90,000 people, Lawrence is made up of parade-lovers, microbrew-beer drinkers, college basketball worshipers, and music and art enthusiasts.

Lawrencians are passionate about our downtown, with its cozy bistros, quirky

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characters, savory restaurants and one-of-akind shops.

The jewel of downtown is Massachusetts Street, named for the home state of the abolitionists who settled Lawrence. Lined with historic buildings, Mass Street leads you on to surrounding streets of shops and restaurants, stately Old West Lawrence homes, South Park, KU’s Mount Oread and much more. It’s all here. We welcome you to discover Lawrence.

Graphic Designer Jenni Leiste Printing Allen Press All images are property of the Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau unless otherwise noted.

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Meetings Made Memorable

Let the Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau help you make your next big event a big success.

For those new to Lawrence, make your first stop the Lawrence Visitor Information Center. From driving directions to dining options, our friendly volunteers will help you plan your visit.

Learn about the founding of the city through the film Lawrence: Free State Fortress; and get a few tips from the locals.

The Visitor Information Center is located in the historic Union Pacific train depot just north of downtown across the Kansas River Bridge. An average of 100 freight trains still roll by the Center each day.

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I n f o r m at i o n available at the Visitor Center includes: • Free 25-minute docudrama, Lawrence: Free State Fortress, a film about Lawrence’s fiery history • Self-guided tour brochures on Quantrill’s Raid, Old West Lawrence Homes, Historic Cemeteries, Historic Trails and Public Art • In Plain View, Historic Old East Lawrence brochure • John Brown of Kansas historic tour brochure • Local biking and hiking trail map • Downtown Lawrence Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit information • University of Kansas information • Information on other Northeast Kansas sites and attractions

Many visitors appreciate Lawrence’s location — the city is less than an hour away from Kansas City International Airport and the Kansas City metro area. Lawrence’s vibrant downtown is rich with history, one-of-a-kind shopping and tempting restaurants. Locally you’ll also find the University of Kansas (KU) and its many resources, great golf courses and genuine Midwestern hospitality.

For groups that utilize 50 or more hotel rooms during their stay in Lawrence, the Bureau offers welcome packages of Lawrence — branded bags, notepads and pens. We’ll help you find the hotel that best fits your needs and share resources on the dining, transportation and entertainment options in Lawrence. Need a local speaker, registration assistance or more publicity? We can help in those areas too.

To find out more, contact Ryan Ficken, Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau at (785) 856-5285, meetings@visitlawrence.com

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402 N 2nd Street, Lawrence, KS (across the Kansas River Bridge from Downtown Lawrence) (785) 856-3040 Download the Kaywa QR Code Reader (App Store &Android Market) and scan your code!

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Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Saturday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday Summer Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday

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Look for our tickets to unique experiences throughout the guide.

Whether you love college basketball, music, shopping, great food or Civil War history, it’s here for you!

Visit the

KU Biodiversity Institute and Natural History Museum, home to the famous Panorama exhibit, fossils, Bug Town, the horse Comanche, live snakes and bees -- and more than 100 scientists and graduate students studying global biodiversity and archaeology.

Convenient parking available one block north of the museum

1345 Jayhawk Blvd. | biodiversity.ku.edu

Downtown

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Downtown lawrence

Whether you like to shop, eat, explore or relax, downtown Lawrence has it all. With street musicians on the corner, fun window displays and diners relaxing on outdoor patios, our fiveblock treasure of shopping

and entertainment starts with a stroll down historic Massachusetts Street, locally referred to as Mass Street. The district offers an experience that is undeniably unique. Listed on the National Register of His-

toric Places, downtown’s storied architecture and vibrant atmosphere make it the crown jewel of the community. Our downtown was recently named “the most popular tourist destination in Kansas,” by Parade

magazine. With one-of-akind shops and restaurants, the variety of things to see and do makes it easy to fill an entire day, or even more, taking in the sights and sounds.

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B r ow s e

For those who love to shop, downtown Lawrence will be an experience you won’t find elsewhere. Take the time to browse our unique boutiques and chat with the friendly shopkeepers.

We have it all.

Looking for exclusive show-stopping apparel and accessories? Nomads features upscale bohemian pieces and items great for the traveler. Step into Foxtrot for fabulous shoes and Goldmakers for elegantly handcrafted, one-of-a-kind jewelry. Warm up at Shark’s Surf Shop for beach-inspired clothing and trendy footwear, skate into White Chocolate for skateboards and sneakers, and discover a hippie’s paradise at Third Planet. Sunflower Outdoor and Bike, Francis Sporting Goods, and Garry Gribble’s Running Sports will outfit you with the latest gear for any and all sporting excursions.

Go Local The variety of locallyowned shops is part of the downtown Lawrence experience. These “hyper-local” shops take it a step further by featuring fine art and an eclectic selection of handmade pottery, jewelry, gifts and body care products — all created by local artists.

Phoenix Gallery Essential Goods Made Wonder Fair Waxman

Readers will lose themselves in the stacks of The Dusty Bookshelf — a used bookstore.

The Raven, an independent and locally-owned bookstore, specializes in literary fiction, mysteries, regional history and local authors. Combining an espresso bar and art gallery, Signs of Life bookstore offers a fine selection of books that reflect a Christian world view.

At Love Garden Sounds, vinyl records are their bread and butter, but you’ll also find vintage stereo equipment, CDs and cassette tapes at this storied local record store.

Look for hard working Chief Feline Officers at Love Garden, The Raven, Sunfire Ceramics and more.

BREAK FAST • LUNCH • DINNER NothiNg else delights the seNses like the a r o m a a N d ta s t e o f f r e s h b a k e d b r e a d !

Wheatfields bakery Café has gained national acclaim for its enticing selection of artisan breads and european style pastries.

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Sylas and Maddy’s Homemade Ice Cream has a long list of unique flavors and makes its waffle cones fresh daily. Or look for Torched Goodness, a food truck with upscale desserts like Crème Brulee.

Breakfast Jump right in to the lively downtown scene and start the day at one of our many breakfast spots. Wheatfields Bakery and Café is a local favorite known for freshly baked, artisan breads, pastries and classic American breakfasts. Milton’s has an ample patio for eating your breakfast al fresco, and Global Café offers an eclectic mix of internationally inspired breakfast dishes. For a Bloody Mary and an Eggs Benedict, head to The Roost.

Lunch

dinner

On sunny days, Genovese, La Parrilla, Wa Sushi and Zen Zero offer delicious ethnic choices on their sidewalk patios. Looking to check in on the day’s games? Belly up to Jefferson’s Restaurant (motto: “Peace, Love, and Hot Wings”) or Quinton’s Bar & Deli, two favorites among Jayhawk fans.

For dinner, our downtown offers a terrific range of tasty options. Aladdin Café and Mad Greek can satisfy a Mediterranean craving. Ramen Bowls offers Hawaiian and Japanese-inspired noodle entrees. India Palace is the place for Chicken Tikka Masala and Veggie Korma. With the beauty of an old bank, Merchants Pub and Plate is a lovely setting for a craft beer. Pachamamas offers the cutting edge of the culinary arts, drawing national acclaim and numerous accolades. Those looking for a straightforward menu to satisfy everyone will never go wrong with the Free State Brewery, featuring handcrafted ales and lagers.

delicious bar menu.

Free State Brewery Locally brewed beer at a Lawrence institution.

Merchants Pub & Plate A rotating selection of 30 craft brews on tap (ideal for craft beer fans).

Or Both

sipping

Whether you want a coffee, a martini or a coffee-flavored martini, we have a watering hole for you in downtown Lawrence.

java La Prima Tazza Classic coffee-shop atmosphere and top-notch baristas.

Z’s Divine Espresso Locally roasted beans and room to linger.

Java Break Open 24 hours and features a cereal bar and outdoor patio.

cocktails 715 Where mixologists elevate a specialty cocktails menu.

Pachamamas Star Bar Amazing Happy Hour with a

Bourgeois Pig Coffee or martinis (and more) in an intimate setting. The small outdoor patio is popular with locals.

Love

a good

soda?

It’s here for YOU!

You’ll find 1,000 varieties of real soda in real glass bottles at the new Mass Street Soda.

Henry’s Coffee downstairs, but go up the narrow flight of stairs for drinks in the cozy bar overlooking 8th Street.

ARTISTIC ENDEAVORS From Willie Nelson to the Wu-Tang Clan, an eclectic mix of troubadours have graced the stage of the century-old Liberty Hall, where astral-themed murals fill the ceiling of the main theater. This liveact venue is also Lawrence’s art-house cinema, with several showings of independent films daily. The Lawrence Arts Center hosts events, exhibits and performances at its downtown location and in 2014 it kicked off the inaugural Free State Festival with films and live entertainment.

A Parade For Every Season Everyone loves a parade, and downtown Lawrence has one for every season.

School spirit soars in September when marching bands from the region convene on Massachusetts Street for the Band Day Parade, prior to halftime at a KU football game. In early December, the Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade showcases the country’s only exclusively horse-drawn Christmas parade with car-

riages, wagons and coaches decked out in their holiday best. Local musicians and revelers mark Fat Tuesday each year with a lunch hour promenade complete with brass horns and beads, and mid-March brings the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade with fun floats and lots of green. In June, local and national artists show off their art-on-wheels creations in the funky Art Tougeau Parade.

A Vibrant Downtown Library The newly renovated Lawrence Public Library is more than just stacks; it’s a hub for community events and a lively gathering spot for people of all ages to experience the latest in information, technology and good old-fashioned books.

Glass artwork by Rock Cottage Glassworks infuses the library with splashes of color, and a gigantic saltwater fish tank mesmerizes both kids and grown-ups.

The children’s section holds storytime every day of the week and has ample play

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tables, reading cubbies and computer kiosks to keep little ones continually engaged.

Green Spaces When it’s time for a break from shopping, head to either end of downtown to enjoy our city parks. South Park occupies both sides of Massachusetts Street — the west-side playground is a kid’s paradise, while the more peaceful east side offers manicured gardens, a gazebo and a fountain. Watson Park, adjacent to the Outdoor Aquatic Center and the Lawrence Public Library, is best known for its antique train locomotive.

A Different Kind of Convention Every spring, beer enthusiasts gather at Abe & Jake’s Landing at the Riverfront Plaza just north of downtown Lawrence, overlooking the Kansas River, to sample beers from craft breweries large and small at the Kansas Craft Brewers Exposition.

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Artistic Heart

Art Culture Music

Lawrence’s creative spirit is easy to spot, with our publicly funded Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit, brightly painted murals and street-corner musicians. Some say the buildings in downtown Lawrence are works of art themselves, and the entire Downtown Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Two of America’s great writers, Langston Hughes and William S. Burroughs, called Lawrence home for periods of their lives. Tributes to both authors can be found scattered throughout town. To better explore one of the largest collections of public art in the Midwest, pick up a self-guided tour at the Visitor Information Center (402 N. 2nd St.).

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Love

bluegrass

music?

It’s here for YOU!

On the fourth weekend in August, novice and professional musicians gather in South Park to compete, perform and jam with their fellow players at Kansas State Fiddling and Picking Championships.

Campus Culture The top of the hill in Lawrence’s art scene, University of Kansas’ Spencer Museum of Art has a deep and diverse collection of nearly 36,000 works. The impressive collection spans the history of European and American art from ancient to contemporary and includes significant work from East Asian artists.

On Stage

At the Lied Center of Kansas, Broadway musicals, national personalities, multicultural productions and first-rate musicians take to the stage. You may not recognize the names on stage at the University Theatre now, but you might someday. There, student performers tackle everything from ancient classics to modern-day favorites.

Lawrence also embraces our community theater programs. In a new, state-of-the-art, 300-seat facility in western Lawrence, Theatre Lawrence still retains its intimate charm. The Lawrence Arts Center is a cultural mecca that blends performing and visual arts under one roof. Along with offering an array of classes, the center has a strong rotation of regional and national work on exhibit, and frequent dance, theater and musical performances.

Made in Lawrence Homegrown art is cultivated in Lawrence. Local art is on display throughout downtown on Final Fridays, the last Friday of every month. Galleries, merchants and community groups open their doors for browsing and socializing. Our art scene continues to grow with the Warehouse Arts District in the heart of East Lawrence. Visit the Cider Gallery. Formerly a cider vinegar factory, this beautifully refurbished building just east of downtown offers rotating exhibits of fine art.

Music to your ears On warm evenings, young and old fill South Park for the Lawrence City Band summer concert series, performed Wednesdays throughout the summer. Join an event that’s been going on since before the Civil War. More informal Brown Bag Lunch concerts are given at noon Thursdays near the corner of 9th and Massachusetts Streets. Late August welcomes the Lawrence Busker Fest, when downtown fills with performance artists from around the country for the weekend.

Spectators see everything from aerial artists suspended above sidewalks by strands of fabric to comedians juggling (and swallowing) fire and machetes.

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Out and About

recreation Lawrence has many ways to stay cool on hot summer days. All summer long, the Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center is buzzing with swimmers and sunbathers.

The center features waterslides, diving boards, an interactive play area, a zero-depth children’s pool and lap swimming.

With a playground, concession stand, picnic tables, shaded deck space and rows of lounge chairs, it’s a place where the family could spend the whole day.

For those ages six and younger, the South Park wading pool is a nice place to get your feet wet. The zero-depth entry pool has water sprays and fountains. Throughout the year, the Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center provides a great space to splash around with slides and play features, a zero-depth entry family pool as well as a 10-lane, 50-meter competition pool.

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only in Lawrence Ahoy!

From sailboats floating in the breeze to bald eagles soaring in the sky, there is plenty at Clinton Lake to please the eye of outdoor enthusiasts. Just outside the Lawrence city limits, the lake offers great bass fishing, as well as providing nature lovers a mix of beauty, adventure, solitude and some of the best sunsets in the Midwest.

The 7,000-acre lake has been named one of the 50 best boating lakes by Boating World Magazine. Surrounding the shoreline are 25 miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. Inside Clinton State Park are swim beaches, sand volleyball courts, a mountain-bike skills course, nine-hole disc-golf course, cross-country ski course, 3-acre trout pond, 1-acre children’s fishing pond, accessible shoreline use trail and four playgrounds. Whether you are passing through for the day or spending the week, you have your choice of picnic areas, camping sites and cabin rentals. To learn more, visit the Clinton Lake Information Center.

Whether you are toting along children or dogs, it’s easy to find a place to run wild in Lawrence. The city has more than 50 parks, most with playgrounds and picnic tables. A 30-acre offleash dog park, Mutt Run near Clinton Lake, is a great place for Fido to frolic. Bring your favorite sports gear because we have Frisbee golf, basketball and tennis courts scattered around town. And skaters can test their skills in two skate parks. For more information on local parks, visit lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks.

Following the Kansas River, 10 miles of trails weave through woods and open grass in North Lawrence. Designated as a National Recreation Trail, the dirt track is accessible from parking lots on the north bank of the river. A smoother and straighter surface is found on the nearby Kansas River levee.

At the 80-acre Prairie Park Nature Center, trails take you through wetlands, woodlands, prairie and around a 5-acre lake, offering a glimpse into northeast Kansas’ diverse habitat.

To learn more, visit the center’s educational building, where natural-habitat dioramas and live animals — including snakes, fish and birds — give children an up-close view of the area’s wildlife.

Love to

Kayak?

It’s here for YOU! The Kansas River, which winds by Lawrence, is designated a National River Trail by the National Park Service, featuring multiple drop-in points ideal for a cruise. Locals often refer to the Kansas River as “The Kaw.”

Hitting the links

Golfers in Lawrence are in luck, with two highly acclaimed 18-hole public courses from which to choose. The city-owned Eagle Bend sits in the shadow of Clinton Lake Dam. It has a fullservice pro shop, snack bar, driving range, and putting and chipping green. With large greens and flowing fairways, Alvamar Golf & Country Club’s public course has been called one of the best golf courses in the country.

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Competitive Edge

sports

Almost every weekend of the year, Lawrence is home to some kind of sporting event.

From a benefit run to a community bike ride, a youth soccer tournament to a swim meet for the Aquahawks — this town is moving.

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Bike Lawrence A popular draw is the series of pro-am cycling races known as the Tour of Lawrence, Street Sprint, Circuit and Criterium Races take place for three days each summer. The event is marked by the sound of cowbells ringing throughout Lawrence as packs of world-class cyclists whiz around corners and grind up hills, competing in one of the premier cycling events in the Midwest.

Weekend Warriors enjoy Bike MS, an annual event that takes cyclists from Kansas City to Lawrence, raising awareness and funds for National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Midwest Chapter.

Track & Field

For those who would rather cheer than sweat, Lawrence is a spectator’s dream. Along with Allen Fieldhouse, one of the greatest college basketball venues in the country, and fun fall football weekends, Lawrence has been home to the annual Kansas Relays since 1923. Beginning in 2014, the relays are held at the newly constructed Rock Chalk Park.

In conjunction, Lawrence hosts the unique Downtown Shot Put, where Olympians join enthusiasts and spectators in bringing their sport to the streets.

Youth Sports Throughout the year, local fields and arenas are home to regional and national tournaments for youth cross-country, soccer, track and softball. Adding to Lawrence’s allure for athletes is the newly constructed, multimillion-dollar Rock Chalk Park in west Lawrence, which includes a 7,000-seat track-and-field stadium, soccer and softball fields, and an indoor recreation center.

Love to

run?

It’s here for YOU!

Lawrence has some great neighborhoods and tree-lined streets. Think Kansas is flat?

Run the hills of Mount Oread on the KU campus and you’ll change your mind. There are lots of fun runs, from the Color Run in the fall or the Ugly Sweater Run in December to the Home Run along Massachusetts Street.

Runners take Lawrence in stride.

Triple Threat Lawrence was named the Top Tri Town in the country by Triathlete Magazine, in recognition of the city’s great network of trails, bike-friendly areas, the abundance of swimming facilities and healthy eating options. In June, nearby Clinton Lake is host to the Ironman 70.3 Kansas, a grueling event that has athletes swimming 1.2 miles, biking 56 miles and running 13.1 miles.

Campus Life

University

of kansas High atop Mount Oread, the University of Kansas (KU) accentuates the Lawrence skyline. Founded in 1865, this major public research and teaching institution is home to 28,000 students and boasts a beautiful Midwestern campus that often surprises those who think all of Kansas is flat. To kick off your visit, drop by the KU Visitor Center, located near the campus’ west entrance at 15th and Iowa Streets, for maps and other information.

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local lingo?

The First lesson you need to learn about KU is its mascot, the Jayhawk.

This mythical bird with big yellow shoes got its name from the preCivil War border wars between abolitionist Kansas (Jayhawkers) and pro-slavery Missouri (Bushwackers).

The Second lesson is that KU campus, on beautiful Mound Oread, is often referred to as “The Hill.”

college

soon to open near Allen Fieldhouse, will provide a home for these virtual Ten Commandments of Basketball.

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from the hill

Love

basketball?

There’s some amazing basketball history here for you to explore.

At Memorial Park Cemetery, a monument pays tribute to basketball inventor and onetime KU coach James Naismith. The grave of legendary coach Phog Allen is in Pioneer Cemetery, a quiet spot on West Campus.

Rock Chalk Jayhawk With a zealous student section, rocking pep band and the haunting Rock Chalk chant, Allen Fieldhouse has often been labeled the best place in the country to watch college basketball.

Attached to the Fieldhouse is the Booth Family Hall of Athletics, a museum that honors the school’s basketball legends and other varsity sports’ superstars. KU’s basketball legacy continues to grow. In 2011, Naismith’s original rules of basketball were donated to KU. The DeBruce Center,

A popular destination on campus is the nationally recognized KU Natural History Museum, which offers plenty of ways to explore the biological diversity of the Great Plains. Kids and adults alike will enjoy the 45-foot mosasaur fossil that looms over the lobby, the impressive panorama displaying the plants and animals of North America, and the collections of living snakes and bugs. On KU’s West Campus is the Dole Institute of Politics, where guests get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the inner workings of Washington, D.C. and the life of former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Bob Dole. The stunning limestone structure boasts the world’s largest stained-glass American flag. Kansas Memorial Union, located at the north end of Jayhawk Boulevard, will feed your stomach and your Jayhawk spirit. The Union has a wide variety of dining options and a bookstore with all shapes and sizes of KU gear. For a little fun, check out JayBowl, the on-campus bowling alley located in The Union.

Fan Favorites

In the fall, thousands of Jayhawks come to Lawrence for KU football. It wouldn’t be Game Day without tailgating. Along with parking lots near KU’s Memorial Stadium, many private yards and the streets surrounding the stadium become popular spots to set up the grill and enjoy the energy of Big 12 college football. The Oread Hotel at the north end of Jayhawk Boulevard offers upscale postgame drinking and eating options.

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THE ART

LOVER at Wheatfields Bakery

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You can enjoy scrumptious sandwiches served on their fresh-baked breads. Indulge yourself with a latte and hand crafted pastry.

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Phoenix gallery Lawrence’s Cultural Arts District

Find your niche in Lawrence with our select itineraries that give you a gourmet taste, a handful of shopping bags, artsy endeavors or a healthy dose of sports during your stay.

Take in displays at the Cider Gallery and the Lawrence Arts Center. You can catch a performance at the Lied Center, Theatre Lawrence or the Lawrence Arts Center. The artwork even moves outdoors, with sculptures on the corners of downtown streets. You’ll find it everywhere in Lawrence.

Treat yourself to artwork you can take home. You’ll find one-of-a-kind pottery, jewelry, glasswork and more, much of it hand-crafted by our local artisans.

Final Fridays

This monthly art walk offers a terrific opportunity to visit the galleries, shops, museums and more that celebrate the art and creativity of Lawrence.

family

Bring the whole gang! Lawrence is a friendly community with plenty of activities for the entire family.

at The Holiday Inn and convention Center

at The Java Break

fun This roomy hotel has a large, central indoor pool as well as a game room and on-site dining options. The location is convenient to Interstate 70 with easy access to downtown and West Lawrence.

Home to a fantastic cereal bar — this will be a kid pleaser.

Choose from more than 30 cereals, add a topping and milk, and eat your concoction in a Chinese-takeout container while watching classic cartoons on vintage televisions or sitting outdoors on the patio, under the trees. Don’t miss the do-ityourself cupcakes.

Also good …

Astrokitty Comics Located above The Java Break in a funky, white brick building, this friendly shop will appeal to older kids with an affinity for comics, graphic novels and the game Magic: The Gathering.

at LOL Family Zone

Let the little ones blow off some steam at this indoor play space offering both physical and creative activities.

at The Toy Store

The kids will flip at this unique, locally owned establishment that has three stories of toys, games, books and candy.

Reserve at least an hour.

SPORTS

ENTHUSIASTS lunch at The Wagon Wheel

at the Oread Hotel

Located at the edge of University of Kansas campus, this beautiful hotel towers over Lawrence, putting you right in the middle of the action on game days. There are a number of excellent eating and drinking options on-site.

Known to most as “The Wheel,” this iconic college bar tucked at the edge of the KU campus is home to the Wang Burger — a favorite often mentioned by ESPN’s Neil Everett and Scott Van Pelt.

Don’t have tickets to the game?

Grab a table at a local sports bar.

Johnny’s

Bikers, college kids and everyone in-between gather at game time at this North Lawrence tavern, which is also known for its pizza.

Henry T’s If you have a

large group, this spacious local favorite serves up tasty wings and good daily bar specials. Oh, and they have 21 TVs!

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at the Red Lyon Tavern

It’s a Euro-style pub that regularly has soccer matches on the television.

Added bonus: free darts and popcorn.

at Framewoods Gallery

You’ll find many notable sports moments memorialized at this downtown gallery that specializes in KU memorabilia.

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history

buff at the Runaway Pony B & B

This restored Victorian home, in beautiful Old West Lawrence, is on the site of the home of one of the first anti-slavery Easterners to settle in Lawrence in 1855. It’s within an easy walk of downtown, past the stately houses of this historic section.

at The Burger Stand

The eclectic eatery is located in the Casbah building, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The menu of gourmet burger options like truffle, duck-fat or sweet potato fries means diners are in for a treat.

Watkins Museum

Encompassing the history of Douglas County, the Watkins Museum provides a snapshot of the area’s greatest moments in history. Collections include unique artifacts from Quantrill’s Raid in 1863.

A self-guided Historic Tour

Several self-guided tours are available to help visitors experience segments of Lawrence’s history. “Historic Cemeteries of Lawrence” reveals details about Lawrence’s social, political, ethnic and religious past by exploring

the landscapes of its historic cemeteries. “Historic Trails of Douglas County” leads visitors on a driving tour of the Oregon and Santa Fe Trails, which run through parts of Lawrence and Douglas County. Pick up tour copies at the Lawrence Visitor Information Center.

GIRLFRIEND

GETAWAY at Spring Hill Suites

The downtown location right on the Kansas River (known to locals as the Kaw) allows easy access to the levee walking trails.

at Pachamamas Star Bar

Treat yourself to wine, cocktails and small bites in this chic lounge adjacent to the restaurant. Go between 3 and 6 p.m. for the best specials.

Also good …

The Sandbar

Tropical-themed cocktails are served up with an umbrella. If you happen to be there at 10 p.m., you can experience the daily “indoor hurricane.”

Audience participation encouraged!

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at Yarn Barn or Sunfire Ceramics

at Salon Di Marco and Day Spa

Unwind with a mani, pedi, massage or all three at this lovely downtown spa.

in North Lawrence

Antique furniture, unique home furnishings and up-cycled treasures await you across the bridge from downtown at the collection of shops located near 7th and Locust Streets.

These downtown studios open up for a creative experience. If you are crafty or love to quilt, Stitch On Needlework Shop or Sarah’s Fabrics will give you lots of inviting choices to add to your fabric stash.

Also good …

The Etc. Shop All of your girly dreams come true at The Etc. Shop, where jewelry, housewares and chic bags await.

KIZER-CUMMINGS JEWELERS See their lovely estate and custom-designed pieces.

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EPICURE at The Eldridge hotel

This historic hotel was burned to the ground twice by proslavery forces during the Civil War era. Today it remains at the heart of Lawrence’s action. The house bar, The Jayhawker, has half-price martinis on Thursdays.

at The Roost

A full menu of breakfast favorites (and cocktails) will surprise even the most advanced palates.

at Merchants Pub & Plate

The beautiful interior of this old bank complements the consistently satisfying farm-totable dishes and a rotating craft beer list with 30 beers on tap.

Unique desserts also make this gastropub a must-try.

at 715

Enjoy Euro-style dishes featuring local ingredients served in a cosmopolitan dining space. Get the most out of their specialty cocktail menu at the daily 3-6 p.m. happy hour.

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Advanced java prep methods result in pure cups of caffeinated goodness at this coffee shop, off the beaten path on South Massachusetts and 19th.

Au Marche and Brits

Satisfy your inner Europhile at these adjacent Mass Street specialty shops. Au Marche specializes in European food, soaps and body products, while Brits is filled with “across the pond” football scarves, English teas and BBC videos. Cheerio!

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History

Established in 1854 by New England abolitionists, Lawrence is said to be one of the few cities founded for purely political reasons.

The founders’ legacy of perseverance and unwavering pride has held strong through the years.

Perhaps the most infamous date in the history of Lawrence is Quantrill’s Raid.

In the early hours of August 21, 1863, William Quantrill and his band of Missouri ruffians rode into Lawrence with the intent to plunder and destroy. By the time Quantrill’s men left, nearly 200 men and boys were killed, and Lawrence had been reduced to smoldering ruins. The attack was part of escalating violence between the abolitionist Jayhawkers of Kansas and the pro-slavery Bushwhackers of Missouri.

Quantrill’s Raid did not start the Civil War, nor did it end it. Instead the raid became a historical milestone as one of the worst atrocities of an already bloody and brutal war.

From its ashes, Lawrence survivors, many of them widows and orphans, rebuilt the community, forging a spirit of tenacity that remains strong today.

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The Carnegie Building in Lawrence remains a headquarters and educational stop of the Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area.

Learn more about the various sites and rich history surrounding the 41 counties, in Kansas and Missouri, that comprise the Heritage Area.

We’ve got stories to tell Learn more about the Bleeding Kansas era by visiting these sites: The Watkins Community Museum of History in downtown Lawrence contains a permanent exhibit that explores Lawrence and Douglas County’s volatile history.

The Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Exhibit, housed in the historic Carnegie Building in downtown, tells the story of how the region’s battle over slavery sparked the flames for the Civil War. About 14 miles northwest of Lawrence is the historic community of Lecompton. Here delegates met at Constitution Hall in 1857 to debate slavery and to draft the Lecompton Constitution, which would have admitted Kansas into the Union as a slave state. The document ignited furious arguments in Congress and ultimately advanced Abraham Lincoln’s bid for the presidency.

Constitution Hall stands today as a testament to the nationally significant document.

Some say the first true battle of the Civil War was fought at Black Jack Battlefield, five years before shots were fired at Fort Sumter. In 1856, wildeyed abolitionist John Brown’s free-state militia squared off against Henry Love Clay Pate’s pro-slavery fighters in a wooded grove several miles east of Baldwin City. Today, It’s here for YOU! trails lead from a nearby Follow Quantrill’s path homestead to the historic of destruction in the battlefield, just a few miles August 21, 1863 raid on south of Lawrence.

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A Lawrence favorite is the Downtown Sidewalk Sale, held on the third Thursday of July. Shoppers join the festive atmosphere before the sun comes up.

Vintage/antique stores Whether you call it shopping vintage, up-cycling or antiquing, Lawrence is peppered with stores offering items that are making encore performances.

Thanks to the community’s army of fashionistas, Lawrence has several secondhand shops with trend-setting apparel spanning the decades.

Downtown favorites include the Arizona Trading Co., Wild Man Vintage and more.

Ditto and Plato’s Closet in west Lawrence and Lasting Impressions in south Lawrence are also packed with affordable fashion.

For those seeking home furnishings that come with a history, Lawrence is a great place to go antiquing. The Lawrence

Antique Mall downtown is a treasure-hunter’s dream come true, with dozens of dealers spread across two floors.

Blackbird Trading Post, just off of Mass Street, has antique and collectable trinkets from around the world.

A short drive across the bridge from downtown, a collection of antique and homefurnishing stores are clustered around the intersection of 7th and Locust Streets. Stroll between Tooter and Tillaye’s Home Goods, Amy’s Attic Interiors & Antiques, French Accent and My Father’s Daughter to find everything from antique furniture and vintage hats to iron garden accents and chandeliers fashioned out of wire.

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With more than 75 locally owned boutiques and galleries, Mass Street is the hub for shopping in Lawrence. Among the choices are the 156-year-old Weaver’s Department Store, which offers a full-service cosmetic counter, a basement full of housewares and a men’s shop. Waxman Candles, established in 1970, produces handmade candles onsite in hundreds of styles, sizes, colors and fragrances. Sunflower Outdoor and Bike Shop has been providing friendly expertise and top-quality gear to outdoor enthusiasts for more than 40 years. While Massachusetts Street is the heart of downtown, don’t forget to wander down the adjacent streets to see everything these one-of-a-kind stores have to offer.

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Lawrence loves its music, so it’s natural that a few shops cater to those who like to play.

Downtown options include Supersonic Music, which specializes in drums and guitars, and the friendly Richard’s Music Co., which offers instruments and lessons.

On the south end of downtown is Mass Street Music, with an impressive collection of vintage, new and used electric and acoustic guitars, mandolins, banjos and ukes. The folks at Beautiful Music Violin Shop near 9th and Iowa are the experts on bowed instruments.

Be True to Your School Looking for some Game Day apparel?

These stores have you covered.

Downtown Kansas Sampler, Jayhawk Spirit Campus University of Kansas Bookstore (Kansas and Burge Unions), Jayhawk Bookstore 23rd Street Game Day Superstore

Local Art Fairs With so many talented local artists, it’s easy to take a piece of Lawrence home — whether it’s a delicate necklace, a hand-thrown bowl or a new painting for the wall. At the Haskell Indian Art Market, American Indian work from tribes across the country is on sale, with the added draw of powwow dances and Indian tacos. Each May, art lovers flood South Park for Art in the Park, an annual juried outdoor exhibit that features more than 150 artists and a crowd of more than 10,000.

For those with quirkier taste, the annual holiday Bizarre Bazaar is an ideal event to find one-of-a-kind gifts. The city of Lawrence hosts four arts and crafts festivals per year—in March, September, November and December. In the spring and fall, you might catch the Lawrence Potters’ Guild sale on the lawn of the Carnegie Building.

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Homegrown Brew As their tagline goes, “Because without beer things do not seem to go as well,” Free State Brewing Co. was the first legal brewery in Kansas since Prohibition.

With varieties like Ad Astra Ale and Wheat State Golden, the beer has a distinctly Kansas flavor. While the beer is what draws visitors in, Free State’s consistently delicious meals bring customers back.

Lawrence isn’t new to the local food movement. April through November, farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats and baked goods are available on Saturday mornings at the Downtown Lawrence Farmers’ Market. You’ll find musicians and great breakfast options on hand while you fill your basket with produce straight from the farm. Limestone is downtown’s newest pizza kitchen, which uses local ingredients in its woodfired pizza, including Kansas flour and house-made mozzarella. Look for seasonal menus featuring local ingredients at the downtown farm-to-table hotspots 715, Merchants Pub & Plate and Pachamamas as well.

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For the carnivores

In nice weather, the patio of the Bird Dog Bar located in The Oread Hotel at the edge of the KU campus, offers good food and drink.

Basil Leaf Café, on 9th Street, serves up affordable, handmade Italian cuisine in an intimate setting just a few blocks from downtown. 23rd Street Brewery is a solid option for craft beer and family dining, and has plenty of tvs for those keeping tabs on games. If you enjoy TexMex (and margaritas) served up in a colorful atmosphere with room for the whole team, The Salty Iguana on West 6th is your place.

Lawrence barbecue joints might not be as well-known as their Kansas City counterparts, but that doesn’t mean they are any less tasty. Depending on your style, Bigg’s, Biemer’s and Famous Dave’s all offer finger-lickin’ barbecue that will bring you back for more. Barbecue isn’t the only way to please your inner carnivore. Another local favorite is Dempsey’s Burger Pub, where gourmet burgers and fresh salads abound.

Lawrence does fine dining with casual elegance. For nearly 20 years, Pachamamas has been creating seasonal menus filled with exciting global cuisine. The bustling 715 offers an impressive specialty cocktail menu and carefully crafted Europeanstyle dishes. Located inside The Eldridge Hotel, TEN’s dinner menu features five steak options, and the bar shakes a mean martini. Five 21 Restaurant, located in the Oread Hotel near campus, has an intimate atmosphere and a simple, upscale menu.

Mariscos in west Lawrence specializes in New American comfort food and has a warm, romantic atmosphere.

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Terrebonne is a tiny Cajun and Creole café filled with vintage kitsch and delicious poboys. Ramen Bowls is noodle-icious, with familiar Japanese and Hawaiian flavors, tucked just off of Massachusetts Street on 10th. Pizza lovers can find several varieties up and down Mass. Check out Rudy’s Pizzeria, Papa Keno’s, and Minskey’s Zagat Award-winning gourmet pizzas. And the newest Limestone in a beautiful, converted Mass Street storefront.

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DOWNTOWN RESTAURANT LISTINGS 600 Massachusetts Quinton’s Bar & Deli 615 Massachusetts St. (785) 842-6560 Free State Brewing Co. 636 Massachusetts St. (785) 843-4555 La Prima Tazza 638 Massachusetts St. (785) 832-2233 Cold Stone Creamery 647 A Massachusetts St. (785) 843-0990 Starbucks 647 B Massachusetts St. (785) 832-0300 700 Massachusetts TEN Restaurant [Eldridge] 701 Massachusetts St. (785) 749-5011 The Jayhawker [Eldridge] 701 Massachusetts St. (785) 749-5011 Rudy’s Pizzeria 704 Massachusetts St. (785) 749-0055 715 715 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-7150 La Parrilla 724 Massachusetts St. (785) 841-1100 Bigg’s BBQ 719 Massachusetts St. (785) 841-6400 Ladybird Diner 721 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-2739 Jefferson’s Restaurant 743 Massachusetts St. (785) 832-2000 Mexquisito 712 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-8226 Cafe Beautiful 730 Massachusetts St. (785) 843-7423 Hot Box Cookies 732 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-8778 Wa Sushi 740 Massachusetts St. (785) 843-1990 Merchants Pub & Plate 746 Massachusetts St. (785) 843-4111 800 Massachusetts The Burger Stand at the Casbah 803 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-0543 Zen Zero 811 Massachusetts St. (785) 832-0001 Juice Stop 812 Massachusetts St. (785) 331-0820 Limestone Pizza 814 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-2825 Pickleman’s 818 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-6700

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Mrs. Fields Cookies 845 A Massachusetts St. (785) 856-6440 TCBY 845 B Massachusetts St. (785) 856-6440 900 Massachusetts Mad Greek Restaurant 907 Massachusetts St. (785) 843-2441 Chipotle Mexican Grill 911 Massachusetts St. (785) 843-8800 BurgerFi 918 Massachusetts St. Coming Soon The Roost 920 Massachusetts St. (785) 843-1110 Pepperjax Grill 919 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-4529 Jimmy John’s 922 Massachusetts St. (785) 841-0011 Minsky’s 934 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-5252 Genovese 941 Massachusetts St. (785) 842-0300 Ingredient 947 Massachusetts St. (785) 832-1000 1000 Massachusetts Oh Boy! Chicken 1006 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-6269 Encore Café 1007 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-3682 The Pita Pit 1011 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-2500 Buffalo Wild Wings 1012 Massachusetts St. (785) 838-9464 Lebanese Flower 1016 Massachusetts St. (785) 856-5677 Sylas & Maddy’s Homemade Ice Cream 1014 Massachusetts St. (785) 832-8323 Aladdin Cafe 1021 Massachusetts St. (785) 832-1100 Aimee’s Coffee House 1025 Massachusetts St. (785) 843-5173 Einstein Bros Bagels 1026 Massachusetts St. (785) 838-9494 Pyramid Pizza 1029 Massachusetts St. (785) 842-3232 Papa Keno’s Pizzeria 1035 Massachusetts St. (785) 841-7272 1100 Massachusetts It’s Brothers Bar & Grill 1105 Massachusetts St. (785) 830-9281

700 New Hampshire La Familia Cafe & Cantina 733 New Hampshire St. (785) 749-0105 Sandbar Subs 745 New Hampshire St. (785) 842-0111 800 New Hampshire Pachamamas Restaurant & Star Bar 800 New Hampshire St. (785) 841-0990 Yokohama Sushi Japanese Restaurant 811 New Hampshire St. (785) 856-8862 Cielito Lindo 815 New Hampshire St. (785) 832-1545 900 New Hampshire Milton’s 901 New Hampshire St. (785) 856-0663 Mirth Cafe 947 New Hampshire St. (785) 841-3282 600 Vermont Dempsey’s Burger Pub 623 Vermont St. (785) 856-5460 800 Vermont Terrebonne 805 Vermont St. (785) 856-3287

900 Vermont Wheatfields Bakery and Café 904 Vermont St. (785) 841-5553 7th Street Java Break 17 E. Seventh St. (785) 749-5282 8th Street Henry’s Coffee Shop 11 E. Eighth St. (785) 331-3511 Noodles & Company 8 W. Eighth St. (785) 841-4300 9th Street Bourgeois Pig 6 E. Ninth St. (785) 843-1001 Z’s Divine Espresso 10 E Ninth St. (785) 843-3007 10th Street India Palace 129 E 10th St. (785) 331-4300 Ramen Bowls 125 E 10th St. (785) 842-6957

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Annual Sidewalk Sale Downtown Lawrence The only thing hotter than the weather in July is the Downtown Sidewalk Sale.

Thousands of bargain hunters fill downtown as storeowners offer the best discounts of the year. downtownlawrence.com

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Douglas County Fair Douglas County Fairgrounds Experience the excitement of the annual county fair.

Events include barrel racing, concerts, antique tractor pull, demolition derby, carnival and much more. Along with great food and information booths, there are 4-H shows. dgcountyfair.com

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September 13-14

Civil War on the Western Frontier

Rev It Up! Hot Rod Hullabaloo

Annual Haskell Indian Art Market

Throughout Lawrence This is an annual commemoration of our history from the settling of Lawrence as a Free State stronghold to Quantrill’s Raid of 1863.

August 22-24

Downtown Lawrence Busker Festival Downtown Lawrence Fire dancers, sword swallowers, escape artists and other professional performers dazzle and amaze on the impromptu stage of Lawrence sidewalks during the threeday festival. lawrencebuskerfest.com

Downtown Lawrence Put the top down and cruise with us through downtown Lawrence. Then stop in the shady streets of South Park for more entertainment and fun than we have ever had before. revitupcarshow.com

August 24

Annual Kansas State Fiddling & Picking Championships South Park The championship begins with free concerts, great food, special activities for the kids and, of course, the state’s top musicians battling for the title of state champion in nine contests. This year promises something for every musician and fan of traditional, acoustic music. kansasfiddlingandpicking.org

Powwow/Market Grounds The two-day outdoor market features Native American artists from around the country.

Check out original art, artist demonstrations, entertainment and food booths. Free parking, free admission, free entertainment. No dogs allowed on federal property, please. haskell.edu/art_market

October 4-5

Kaw Valley Farm Tour Regional Farms in Douglas County From Christmas tree farms to pumpkin patches, the annual Kaw Valley Farm Tour offers plenty of activities and fun for the whole family. Come tour close to two dozen different farms in the region. kawvalleyfarmtour.org

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studios to the public to showcase their work. The Lawrence ArtWalk will feature over 45 Douglas County artists exhibiting their work individually or as artists’ groups. lawrenceartwalk.org

October 31

Halloween Trick-or-Treat Downtown Lawrence Dress up and come downtown for the annual trick-or-treating.

Downtown merchants greet children with sweet treats and Halloween trinkets. This is an evening of family fun. downtownlawrence.com

October 4

Nordic Heritage Festival Douglas County Fair Grounds Celebrate and experience the culture of Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden and Iceland through food, arts, crafts, genealogy, music, dance, Viking games and more.

Enjoy a special evening performance by Becky Weiss, Nyckelharpa Concert. ksnordicfest.com

October 4

Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence Annual Red Dog Run Haskell University Auditorium Join the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence for the 10th Annual Red Dog Run. All proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence’s mission to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential

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grasses; recall Kansas’ border war years at the Battle of Black Jack Battlefield. mapleleaffestival.com

Festival of Cultures

November 29

October 18-19 Downtown Baldwin City This lively fall festival includes over 350 arts and crafts booths lining the streets of downtown.

Relive the past aboard the historical Midland Railway; walk the ruts of the Santa Fe Trail in untilled native

Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony Downtown Lawrence The holiday comes alive with the Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony. The evening begins with performances by local choral groups and Santa arrives on the rooftop of Weaver’s Department Store. Once rescued from the roof by the Lawrence Fire Department, Santa will visit with children. downtownlawrence.com

South Park The Festival of Cultures is a celebration of the many diverse cultures in Lawrence and their contributions to the arts.

Held annually in the fall, this event showcases the visual, culinary and performing arts from a wide variety of cultures found in Lawrence. lawrencealliance.org

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Lawrence ArtWalk 2014 Throughout Lawrence In what has become one of Lawrence’s most eagerly anticipated annual arts events, many Lawrencearea artists will once again open their private home

The Annual Bizarre Bazaar Lawrence Arts Center This popular grassroots Lawrence tradition features original and unusual handcrafted specialty items for all occasions. Some of these unique gift items include: ceramics, glass, fiber art, jewelry, candles,

soap, paper mache, mixed media, paintings, photography and much more. facebook.com/ BizBazArt

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Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade Downtown Lawrence The only exclusively horse-drawn parade in the Midwest, the Downtown Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade is a beloved tradition. It features horse-drawn carriages, wagons and coaches decorated for the season. Santa on the stage coach is the parade’s grand finale. lawrencechristmasparade.org

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Festival of Nativities Centenary United Methodist Church This annual festival features nearly 400 nativity sets from around the world created from a wide variety of materials. Don’t miss the crafts sale. Open Saturdays and Sundays, the first three weekends in December. visitlawrence.com

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KU Holiday Vespers Concert The Lied Center A traditional concert that will get you in the holiday spirit, the matinee and evening performances feature the KU Symphonic Choir and the KU Symphony Orchestra. ku.edu

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Kaw Valley Eagles Day Free State High School Lawrence is blessed with many of these magnificent birds. The free family-friendly event includes activities for kids, presentations, exhibitors and eagle-viewing field trips. kawvalleyeaglesday.com

January 31

Souper Bowl SATURDAY Lawrence Arts Center What began in 1996 as a way to showcase ceramics has become an annual event to support the community. More than 500 handmade ceramic bowls produced by area artists and students at the Lawrence Arts Center are on sale. Every bowl purchased comes with a lunch of soup, bread, beverage and dessert. lawrenceartscenter.org

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Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Downtown Lawrence From decorated horses to over-the-top floats, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade is full of Irish fun. Each year, thousands of people don their green and line the streets of downtown to watch the parade. lawrencestpatricksday parade.com

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Kansas Annual Relays Rock Chalk Park High school runners to Olympic superstars have

all laced up their shoes at the Kansas Relays.

Since 1923, the Kansas Relays event has attracted runners, throwers and jumpers from all over the country. kuathletics.com/ sports/c-relay

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Annual Art in the Park South Park Sponsored by the Lawrence Art Guild, this annual festival features over 150 artists, musical performances and children’s activities. lawrenceartguild.org

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Tour of Lawrence Downtown Lawrence and KU campus If you think Kansas is flat, think again. Three days of USA Cycling pro-am competitive bicycle racing takes competitors across Mount Oread and through the streets of Lawrence, with spectators lining the streets to cheer them on. touroflawrence.com

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The Oread Ironman Clinton Lake This popular IRONMAN 70.3 offers athletes a prime chance to race a mid-summer event.

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levels find this course as beautiful as it is challenging. Spectators find it easy to traverse the open layout and scenic small-town setting.

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City of Lawrence Fireworks Display Watson and Burcham Parks Enjoy the spark and sizzle of this annual fireworks display sponsored by the Lawrence Jaycees.

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Salute! 2015 Downtown Lawrence Salute! begins Thursday with the Mass Street Mosey to sample wine and local food through more than a dozen downtown businesses.

The fun continues Friday evening with a gourmet Winemaker Dinner and concludes Saturday with The Grand Tasting, featuring more than 250 wines and delicacies from some of the best restaurants and caterers in town. salutewinefest.com

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Free State Festival Lawrence Arts Center Enjoy films, entertainment and more. lawrenceartscenter.org

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Baldwin City Baldwin City is home to Baker University, the oldest four-year college in Kansas. One of the most eyecatching buildings on Baker’s campus is a Gothic chapel built in England in 1864 and reconstructed on campus in 1996. All ages have a chance to climb aboard a train at the historic 1906 Santa Fe Depot. The Midland Railway offers summer and seasonal rides that wow the kids. For the older crowd, the Kansas Belle Dinner Train mixes a formal meal with 22 miles of beautiful, rolling scenery.

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Lecompton As the territorial capital of Kansas from 1855 to 1861, Lecompton is best known for its role in the lead-up to the Civil War. The drama that occurred inside the walls of Constitution Hall, the Territorial Capitol Building and the First Kansas Democratic Headquarters highlights the conflict between proslavery settlers and abolitionists.

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Baldwin City is home to the Maple Leaf Festival, a fall favorite that brings crafts, concessions and a little pomp and circumstance to the community south of Lawrence. One

of the best times to visit Baldwin is during its annual Maple Leaf Festival, when fall colors are at their peak. The festival combines arts, crafts, live music, unique food and children’s activities.

Eudora Sometimes half the fun is the journey there. On the way to Eudora, be sure to take the back roads. Along the way you’ll find several award-winning wineries and Pendleton’s Country Market. Once there, you’ll be charmed

by Eudora’s hospitality and historic downtown.

ConStitution hall National Landmark • Kansas Historic Site 10-5 p.m. Wed-Sat • 1-5 p.m. Sun

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Clinton Lake Extended 17 Eldridge 201 W 8th St.

Towneplace Suites 18 Marriott 900 New Hampshire St.

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West Middle School

801 Iowa St.

8 13 Super 515 McDonald Dr. Clinton

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Dole Institute of Politics Lied Center of Kansas

740 N Iowa St.

Quality Inn

Viola & Conrad McGrew Nature Preserve

Corpus Christi Catholic School

Baymont Inn & Suites

9

6

Sunset Hill Elementary

"Dad" Perry Park

Quail Run Elementary

Bob Billings Pkwy

2525 W 6th St.

4

Ludlam Park

DeVictor Park

3411 Iowa St.

8

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6th St 10

6th St at New Hampshire St.

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McD on

SpringHill Suites by Marriott

Lawrence Country Club

Kasold Dr

2

200 McDonald Dr.

Theatre Lawrence

14

Deerfield Park

Monterey Way

Holiday Inn & Convention Center

Overland Dr

Free State High School

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Deerfield Elementary

Folks Rd

1

Indoor Aquatic Center

Wakarusa Dr

Parking Garages

Queens Rd

Hospital

Rock Chalk Park

George Williams Way

Recreation Centers

Lawrence Nature Park

E 1100 Rd

Travel

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E 1200 Rd

N 1750 Rd

I-70 / KTA Toll Plaza: Exit 197

N Iowa St

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W 6th St

Riverfront Garage

W 5th St

Prairie Moon Waldorf School

Lawrence Public Buford M. Library Watson, Jr. Park 16

W 6th St

Lawrence Municipal Airport

W 7th St

24/40

Schwegler Elementary

Naismith Valley Park

Central Middle School

Veterans Park

Lawrence High School

East Lawrence Recreation Center

Chief Jim McSwain Park

Lawrence Tennis Center

Park Hills Parks

Haskell Indian Nations University

Broken Arrow Elem.

South Middle School

Broken Arrow Park

E 31st St

N 1500 Rd

Memorial Park Cemetery Edgewood Park

Burrough's Creek Trail & Linear Park

Haskell Cultural Center & Museum

South Park

W 13th St

Oak Hill Cemetery

E 15th St

Parnell Park

Cordley Elementary

W 13th St

Kennedy Elementary

Douglas County Fairgrounds

Prairie Park Elementary Chaparral Park

Mary's Lake

East Hills Business Park

Prairie Park

S Post Office

(Under Construction)

N 1250 Rd

Wakarusa River

E 1750 Rd

Baker Wetlands Educational Center

Short-term Parking

Easy(90 downtown Parking min-2 hours) Short-term Long-termParking Parking (90 (Upmin-2 to 10hours) hours)

E 25th St

HAND Park

Prairie Park Nature Center

Haskell Rail Trail

Easy downtown Parking

LAWRENCE

Venture Park

Douglas County Courthouse

Long-term Parking (Up to 10 hours)

E 23rd St

M tttstsStS Maassssaacchhuussee

23rd St

Liberty Memorial

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Carl Knox Natatorium

Brook Creek Park

South Park Gazebo

W 13th St

W 12th St

N 1550 R d

E 1750 Rd

19th St

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St. John's Catholic School

Massachusetts St

lund Baseball Stadium

Naismith Dr

Allen Fieldhouse

Spencer Museum of Art KU Natural History Museum

Louisiana St

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E 11th St

Douglas County Courthouse

Rhode Island St

Memorial Stadium

New York Elementary

Hobbs Park Douglas County Courthouse South Park

Lawrence Arts Center

Rhode Island St

Watkins Community Museum of History Community Building

South Park

18

New Hampshire St

Lawrence Arts Center

O'Connell Rd

Hillcrest Elementary

W 12th St

Carnegie Building

Lawrence

New Hampshire St Arts Center Parking Garage

New Hampshire St

Century School

Harper St

W 9th St

Constant Park

Noria Rd

Lawrence Amtrak Station

Outdoor Aquatic Center

W 11th St

St KentuckyKentucky St

City Hall

Tennessee St

US Post Office Lawrence Public Library

Watkins Community Museum of History

Tennessee St

Buford M. Watson, Jr. Park

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Ohio St

Pinckney Elementary

Clinton Park

W 11th St

New Hampshire St Parking Garage

Watkins Community Museum of History

W 10th St

Louisiana St

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Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Haskell Ave

Michigan St

Community Health Building

VermontVermont St St

N 7th St

Union Pacific Depot Lyons & Park Visitor Information Center Walnut Woodlawn Elementary Park Riverfront John Taylor Park Park

Woody Park

Carnegie Building and Freedom’s Frontier

W 9thStSt W 10th

Ohio St

Burcham Park

Carnegie Building Vermont St and Freedom’s Parking Garage Frontier 17

Outdoor Aquatic Center

E 1500 Rd

11

Park

W 9th St St W 8th

Louisiana St

N Michigan St

I-70 / KTA Toll Plaza: Exit 202

Outdoor Lawrence Public Buford M. Library Aquatic Watson, Jr. Center

17

Veritas Christian School

Riverfront Garage

Vermont St Parking Garage

W 8th St

Maple Grove Cemetery

City Hall

Massachusetts St Massachusetts St

40/59

I-70/KTA Toll Plaza: Exit 204

Kansas River

W 7th St

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