Lyon County History Center and Museum

Friday Family Funday
2019-04-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-03-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-02-22 10:30, 2019-01-25 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
Mobilizing Literacy presents Friday Family Funday! Come join us for games, crafts, music, movement, and of course read aloud stories.

History Heroes Spring Trivia Night
2019-04-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
Show others how knowing useless trivia IS NOT a waste of time by entering in the Spring Trivia Night presented by the History Heroes Foundation. Entry fee is $60 per team with a max of six players per team. Snacks for all, prizes for the smartest group. Soft drinks available for purchase. Reservations encouraged, but not required.

Ask the Artist - Jessica Crawford
2019-04-05 17:00 - 21:00 | Kansas
Come visit with ESU student and artist Jessica Crawford during Emporia First Friday on April 5. Jessica currently has a pop-up exhibit of her work on display in the Hopkins Family Gallery on the 2nd floor.

Bach-a-Thon
2019-04-05 17:00 - 21:00 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
Stop by during Emporia First Friday Art Walk and listen to the smooth sounds of Bach played by students and facility from the ESU Music Department and community members.

International Diversi-Tea & Coffee
2019-02-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
We are proud to be joining forces with ESU International Students for the 2nd annual, International Diversi-Tea & Coffee. Stop by and enjoy samples of tea and coffee from over 15 countries. This event is free, but donations will be gladly accepted!

LCHS 81st Annual Meeting
2019-02-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
The LCHS turns 81! Join us for our 81st annual meeting in our newly remodeled 3rd floor. The event kicks off at 6:00PM with a social hour followed by the official business meeting at 6:30. At 7:00 a program presented by staff will feature highlights from the last year and some history about the 150th anniversary of the railroad coming to Lyon County. This event is free and open to the public. Hope to see you there!

Emporia History Pop Up Museum
2019-02-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
Come enjoy a night of interesting facts about Emporia as told by Village Elementary 3rd grade students. Snacks and refreshments provided. This event is free and open to the public!

Kansas Birthday Bash
2019-01-26 10:00 - 11:30 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
Help us celebrate Kansas’ birthday. Join us for games, crafts, face painting, a scavenger hunt and birthday treats. This event is free and open to the public. Co-sponsored by Cradle to Career and Parents as Teachers.

Monkey Jam Concert Series
2018-12-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
The Lyon County History Center and Kansas Free For Arts are happy to announce Kris Lager Band will be performing as part of the Monkey Jam Fall Concert Series! This free concert is sponsored by the Emporia State University Union Activities Council.

Monkey Jam Concert Series
2018-11-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
The Lyon County History Center and Kansas Free For Arts are happy to announce Me Like Bees will be performing as part of the Monkey Jam Fall Concert Series! This free concert is sponsored by the Emporia State University Union Activities Council.

Monkey Jam Fall Concert Series
2018-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
The Lyon County History Center and the Kansas Free For Arts are happy to announce Andy Frasco and The UN will be performing as part of the Monkey Jam Fall Concert Series! This free concert is sponsored by the Emporia State University Union Activities Council.

Haunted History
2018-10-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
Join us for a “spirited” program featuring Flint Hills Paranormal co-founders, Linda Clarke and Brandy Nance as they reveal evidence from two paranormal investigations. History of the two locations will be presented by LCHC curator, Lisa Soller. This event is free and open to the public.

History Heroes Trivia Night #2
2018-10-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial St, Emporia, Kansas, 66801
Join the fun in a battle for the championship! First place prize of $300 and bragging rights!
$10 /player and six (6) people to a team.
No team? No problem! Come and we will find a team for you!
Free Snacks! Pop & water available for sale.
To reserve your spot (helpful, but not required) or for more information call 620-340-6310.
Many thanks to our sponsors MRSK, History Heroes and Mallein Farms!

Howe House Farm Fest
2018-09-29 09:30 - 15:00 | Kansas
The Flint Hills Antique Power Association and the Lyon County Historical Society will again be sponsoring the Howe House Farm Fest. Lots to see and do! Admission is free and open to the public. For more information call us at 620.340.6310
9:30am – 11:30am Howe House Tours
11:00am Threshing and Hay Baling Demonstrations
10:00am – 3:00pm Vintage Tractor Show & Home Demonstrations
1:00pm Coin Toss and Kids Games

Howe House 150
2018-09-28 18:30 - 21:00 | Kansas
Join us for an evening celebrating 150 years of the Richard Howe House. The event kicks off at 6:30pm with a reception, followed by a program at 7:00pm. The program will include a viewing of the 2013 documentary “A Welsh Farmstead: The Story of the Howe Family from 1858.” This event is free and open to the public.

Monkey Jam Concert Series featuring Carswell & Hope w/ The Box Turtles
2018-05-25 19:30 - 22:30 | Kansas
Free concert begins @ 7:30PM. VIP tickets are available and includes drinks, meal by Radius and early seating. All of that and more for $50! VIP event begins at 6:00PM

History Heroes Meeting (Friends Group)
2018-04-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Kansas

Book Talk: Sue Gallion, Author of "Pug Meets Pig"
2018-04-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Kansas
Mobilizing Literacy and LCHC is proud to present children’s book author, Sue Gallion for a book reading and craftivity for kids. The fun begins at 10:30AM. Autographed copies of Gallion’s book, “Pug Meets Pig,” will be given away to the first 40 families.
Prior to the reading, Gallion will share reading tips and strategies to support early learning and Kindergarten readiness in a workshop for child care providers, parents and educators. Workshop begins at 9:00AM.

Mobilizing Literacy Friday Family Fun Day
2018-04-20 10:30 - 11:00, 2018-03-30 10:30 - 11:00 | Kansas

Monkey Jam Concert Series featuring Shawn James w/ Lotus Peyotus
2018-04-14 19:30 - 22:30 | Kansas

Game Night
2018-04-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Kansas

Hump Day History Lesson
2018-04-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Kansas

International Diversi - Tea & Coffee
2018-04-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Kansas
We are proud to be joining forces with ESU International Students for our first ever, International Diversi-Tea & Coffee. This event is free, but donations will be gladly accepted!

Emporia First Friday Art Walk Exhibit Opening
2018-04-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Kansas
Join us for the opening of our latest exhibit “A Rockin & Rollin Collection.” Members get a sneak preview beginning at 4:00PM.

Book Talk: Bill Clamurro Book Launch
2018-04-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Kansas
ESU professor, Bill Clamurro will read excerpts from his book, “The Vietnam Typescript.” Sponsored by LCHC and ESU’s Creative Writing Program.

Monkey Jam Concert Series featuring The Skirts w/ Savanna Chestnut
2018-03-17 19:30 - 22:30 | Kansas
