Artist Joan Allen’s Watercolor Techniques Workshop is for beginners through advanced artists ages 10 through adult. $30 class fee / $25 for museum members. Bring your own art supplies, including watercolor paper (once you register a supplies list will be emailed to you). Complete registration by emailing Donna Rothgeb at drothgeb62@gmail.com.

The Open Studio Art Workshop accommodates area artists who want to experience a casual and collaborative art session.  Held on the second Monday of each month, the workshop is held from 9 a.m. to noon in the IHMAC Gallery. Open Studio gives artists a chance to work on their own projects alongside other creative individuals.  Artists should bring their own materials and supplies. Artists are asked to consider a $5 donation to the museum at each session, as the museum is closed on Mondays.  There is no need to RSVP—just bring your materials and your creativity!  For more information call the museum at 331-3515.  IHMAC hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy this free concert! Made up of area singers, this concert will offer an evening of beautiful music. Refreshments afterwards. Starts at 7:00 PM!

An evening of music with talented singers/songwriters performing original works and sharing stories that inspired their music. Enjoy a casual environment with table seating in the spacious IHMAC Gallery. Sit back, enjoy the refreshments, listen to the music, and delight in the stories of the songwriters. Admission is $20 per person. Online reservations will be available closer to the event. For more information call 620-331-3515 or email.IHMACmuseum@gmail.org.

Artist Joan Allen’s Watercolor Techniques Workshop is for beginners through advanced artists ages 10 through adult. $30 class fee / $25 for museum members. Bring your own art supplies, including watercolor paper (once you register a supplies list will be emailed to you). Complete registration by emailing Donna Rothgeb at drothgeb62@gmail.com.

The Open Studio Art Workshop accommodates area artists who want to experience a casual and collaborative art session.  Held on the second Monday of each month, the workshop is held from 9 a.m. to noon in the IHMAC Gallery. Open Studio gives artists a chance to work on their own projects alongside other creative individuals.  Artists should bring their own materials and supplies. Artists are asked to consider a $5 donation to the museum at each session, as the museum is closed on Mondays.  There is no need to RSVP—just bring your materials and your creativity!  For more information call the museum at 331-3515.  IHMAC hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Sponsored by Humanities Kansas, The Independence Historical Museum & Art Center, 123 N. 8th St., will host a “Declaration Conversation,” a reading and discussion of the Declaration of Independence on Friday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m.  Members of the community are invited to attend this free event which is sponsored by Humanities Kansas. The event will include a discussion, a slide presentation, and short readings that will involve the audience.  Refreshments will be available.

The “Declaration Conversation” event is an opportunity to learn more about America’s founding document and its impact on the world during the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The discussion will be facilitated by Dr. Isaias J. McCaffery, a retired history professor at Independence Community College and past president of the Kansas Association of Historians.  McCaffery is also President of the IHMAC Board of Directors.

VVAE Exhibit is open from June 5-18, T-Sat from 10-4.

Artist Joan Allen’s Watercolor Techniques Workshop is for beginners through advanced artists ages 10 through adult. $30 class fee / $25 for museum members. Bring your own art supplies, including watercolor paper (once you register a supplies list will be emailed to you). Complete registration by emailing Donna Rothgeb at drothgeb62@gmail.com.

The Open Studio Art Workshop accommodates area artists who want to experience a casual and collaborative art session.  Held on the second Monday of each month, the workshop is held from 9 a.m. to noon in the IHMAC Gallery. Open Studio gives artists a chance to work on their own projects alongside other creative individuals.  Artists should bring their own materials and supplies. Artists are asked to consider a $5 donation to the museum at each session, as the museum is closed on Mondays.  There is no need to RSVP—just bring your materials and your creativity!  For more information call the museum at 331-3515.  IHMAC hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

This annual event is a tradition at IHMAC. Started in 2010 as a nod to a bygone era, the Spring Tea is a a special afternoon of fun and socializing. High Tea is served, entertainment is presented, and a silent auction is offered. New this year is “Tea Bingo".” Tickets are limited for this special event. Order tickets online or purchase them in the museum. Online: https://form.jotform.com/260724759642061

The IHMAC Singers will present their Spring 2026 Concert. This free concert is in the IHMAC Gallery and starts at 7:00 p.m.

The Open Studio Art Workshop accommodates area artists who want to experience a casual and collaborative art session.  Held on the second Monday of each month, the workshop is held from 9 a.m. to noon in the IHMAC Gallery. Open Studio gives artists a chance to work on their own projects alongside other creative individuals.  Artists should bring their own materials and supplies. Artists are asked to consider a $5 donation to the museum at each session, as the museum is closed on Mondays.  There is no need to RSVP—just bring your materials and your creativity!  For more information call the museum at 331-3515.  IHMAC hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Artist Joan Allen’s Watercolor Techniques Workshop is for beginners through advanced artists ages 10 through adult. $30 class fee / $25 for museum members. Bring your own art supplies, including watercolor paper (once you register a supplies list will be emailed to you). Complete registration by emailing Donna Rothgeb at drothgeb62@gmail.com.

Come and learn or just enjoy! Called folk, barn or contra dancing, you will learn some basics. Enjoy this fun-filled evening!