The History In the late 19th century, the term "yellow peril" was coined when Chinese laborers were brought to the United States to replace emancipated Black communities as a cheap labor source…
Wichita Riverfest is the largest and longest-running summer celebration in the state and this year, the fun happens June 2-10 in downtown Wichita along the banks of the Arkansas River. The community…
Wichita is home to one of the most photographed places in Kansas: the 44-foot, 5-ton weathered steel sculpture Keeper of the Plains sitting atop a 30-foot pedestal in the middle of the Arkansas River…
Many of us enjoy getting outside and taking in fresh air while traveling, and Wichita is a nature lover’s dream with plenty of opportunities for travelers to explore the outdoors. The Heart of the…
Affiliated Minor League Baseball returned to Wichita in 2021 at Riverfront Stadium. The newly constructed stadium is home to the Wichita Wind Surge, the Double-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins…
Celebrate Small Business Saturday, an initiative for holiday shoppers to support independent retailers and restaurants in their communities, by shopping in person or online with local Wichita…
One of iconic architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpieces is in a historical neighborhood in Wichita, Kansas, and is open to the public through regularly offered tours, special events or for private…
The 20th edition of the Tallgrass Film Festival is set for Sept. 28 through Oct. 2 at multiple venues in downtown Wichita, Kansas. New to film festivals or Wichita’s film festival? Here’s a quick…
Right up there with eating a steak when you're visiting Kansas is treating yourself to a good burger when in the heart of the country. Wichita is chock-full of bar and grill options where you can…
By MeLinda Schnyder MeLinda Schnyder is a Wichita-based travel writer who also has explored the Arkansas River on a raft near Cañon City, Colorado. She is a member of The Society of American Travel…
