Latest Past Events

Flint Hills Spirit Fair

Lyon County History Center 711 Commercial St, Emporia

The 4th annual Flint Hills Spirit Fair is back, bigger than ever! The best mediums and readers in Kansas, aura photography, great food, crystals, face painting, Native American art, witchy arts, jewelry and wonderful speakers. Arla Collett Williams will be speaking on her 70 years of Sasquatch (Forest People) interactions. Admissions only $1.00!

D. A. R. Genealogy Class

Lyon County History Center 711 Commercial St, Emporia

Have you ever wondered how to start tracing your family history, but weren't sure where to begin? Join the Daughters of the American Revolution (D.A.R.) for a free genealogy class on Saturday, June 13, from 2:00–4:00 pm here at the Lyon County History Center.Whether you're just starting your family tree or looking for new ways […]

Free

“Declaration 1776: The Big Bang of Modern Democracy” Traveling Exhibit Hosted By Lyon County History Center

Lyon County History Center 711 Commercial St, Emporia

We're proud to host “Declaration 1776: The Big Bang of Modern Democracy,” a traveling exhibition from the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, presented in Kansas by Humanities Kansas. This national exhibition explores the lasting impact of the Declaration of Independence and how its ideals of liberty, equality, and self-determination have influenced people in the […]