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The Kansas African American Museum endeavors to make the African American experience relevant and re We welcome your enthusiasm.
The Kansas African American Museum endeavors to make the African American experience relevant and resonant to every Kansan. From an annual MLK Celebration to A Tribute to Trailblazers, we offer something for everyone. Once a month we host a program for seniors called βSenior Wednesday.β The program is typically tied to current exhibits. These days, designed for active seniors in our community, and
are a great way to involve them in our history programming. There are great opportunities to volunteer at TKAAM, from a few hours a week to special events. "Soar Saturdaysβ provides fun and educational opportunities for the entire family, on the first through the fourth Saturday of each month.
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12/01/2022
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12/01/2022
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12/01/2022
We had a wonderful time with Gardiner 2nd grade students, ARISE and A Visit to the Museum inspired by a wonderful book written by Dr. Lona Reeves! Thank you for the partnership and volunteers/staff who made this educational event special!
11/29/2022
GivingTuesday is an opportunity for people around the world to use their generosity to remain connected and support their communities.
Support The Kansas African American Museum this GivingTuesday to help us continue to pour into our community!
Give Now at tkaamuseum.org
11/23/2022
The TKAAM Board of Directors and Staff would like to share our thanks and gratitude to our members, community, volunteers, partners, sponsors, and supporters for sharing in our mission and vision! We are grateful for the opportunities to serve through our art, history, educational and cultural programs, projects, and events!
Wishing everyone a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving!
From your friends at The Kansas African American Museum
11/22/2022
The Kansas African American Museum will be closed Monday November 21 - Thursday November 24 in observance of Thanksgiving!
We will be open on Friday and Saturday with holiday hours from 12pm - 4pm and resume normal hours next week!
Enjoy your family, friends, food and all that youβre thankful for!
11/13/2022
The Kansas African American Museum Trailblazers - The Community Voice
The Kansas African American Museum Trailblazers - The Community Voice
TKAAM Trailblazers Hall of Fame, Saturday, November 12 Broadcast and Streaming Event
11/12/2022
See You Tonight at 7 pm! π
The 2022 Trailblazers Hall of Fame
11/11/2022
1 Day! Until
Help us celebrate our Kansas Trailblazers
Here's how to watch it...
11/10/2022
2 Days! Special Thank You to all our Sponsors!!!
Tune in to The Trailblazer Hall of Fame broadcasting event!
11/10/2022
Don't miss the 2022 Trailblazer Hall of Fame broadcast
11.12.22
11/09/2022
3 Days! Gather your friends and family and tune into
The 2022 Trailblazer Hall of Fame broadcast event
11/08/2022
ORDER TODAY!
Order your 2022 Trailblazer Activity Book π
11/08/2022
Special Thank You! To our sponsors
11/07/2022
π’Meet Dr. Kevass J. Harding
2022 Trailblazer Hall of Fame Honoree
11/07/2022
π’Meet Ambassador Delano Lewis
2022 Trailblazer Hall of Fame Honoree
11/06/2022
π’ Meet Roy Moye III
2022 Doris Kerr Larkins-Rising Star recipient π
11/06/2022
π’Meet June E. Bacon-Bercy
2022 Trailblazer Hall of Fame Honoree
11/05/2022
ORDER TODAY!
Order your 2022 Trailblazer Activity Book π
11/05/2022
Special Thank You! To our sponsor Robert Brogden's Olathe Kia
11/04/2022
Special Thank You to all of our Sponsors!!!
Tune in to be a part of the Trailblazer Hall of Fame Event!
11/04/2022
Congratulations to the 2022 Trailblazer Honorees π
11/03/2022
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Honoree & Rising Star - Delano E. Lewis Sr.
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11/01/2022
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Honoree Dr. Kevass Harding
Featured music from- Kyle Ellison βMade them love youβ
10/29/2022
Mark your calendar π 2 Weeks until Trailblazer Hall of Fame Event
09/25/2022
I AM A MAN: Photographs of the Civil Rights Movement, 1960β1970 displays a wide range of photographs taken by amateurs, local photojournalists, and internationally known photographers. Together, they provide a vivid visual story of the evolution of the civil rights movement and shed light on the movementβs integration in the daily living in the American South.
I AM A MAN is on display at The Kansas African American Museum from September 3 - October 22, 2022. Come take a look at this striking traveling exhibit before itβs gone.
09/25/2022
Watermark Books & Cafe in partnership with The Kansas African American Museum is thrilled to have an event with Kwame Alexander, bestselling author of 36 books. Kwame's newest book is a middle-grade novel entitled The Door of No Return follows the 11-year-old Kofi Offin, and is historical fiction.
This event will take place on Wednesday, September 28th at 6pm at Crown Uptown in Wichita, KS, and is ticketed. Your ticket will come with a copy of the book, The Door of No Return. You also have the option of donating the book that comes with your ticket to a student at Mead Middle School in the USD259 district for Watermark's Authors-in-Schools program. Masks will be required while in line to have your book signed.
Register now at https://www.watermarkbooks.com/event/event-kwame-alexander-crown-uptown
09/16/2022
Meet the Cast of Canaan!
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09/16/2022
TODAY!!!!! YOU STILL HAVE TIME... GO TO: www.tkaamuseum.org
09/16/2022
Meet the Cast of Canaan!
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09/16/2022
Meet the Cast of Canaan!
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After serving in the Armed Forces for over 25 years, ππ«ππ π¨π«π² ππ¨π₯π currently serves as the CEO and Chairman of Good Life Company, LLC, a company he started in 2010. Mr. Cole has performed in numerous comedy events in Wichita as well as on cruise ships and other comedy venues around the country.
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09/10/2022
WEβRE IN YOUR CITY!!! If youβre in the Kansas City & Overland Park Surrounding Area you want to make sure you get your tickets!!!!
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πTKAAM is open today! A Tribute to Samella Lewis is open a day early! Stop by The Kansas African American Museum today to get a first look at the exhibit and learn more about the undeniable impact of Dr. Samella S. Lewis.
TKAAM - Canaan
UPDATE: FRIDAY SHOW SOLD OUT! Sat & Sun Still Available! Get Your Tickets Today!!! We are so EXCITED that you are joining us for our first theatrical production: CANAAN - A Cultural Presentation. Unmute to listen to our New Commercial! The local cast of folks you know are working hard to bring you a First Rate Experience! Some tickets still available, but they are going fast, so Get Your Tickets Today by clicking here ---> https://www.crownuptown.com/events/canaan-a-cultural-presentation?fbclid=IwAR0aIykUYG6UVHpu_0SpmDbePmrZoUe5b9JG22LAgTcgjueWt0dpWNbuLN8
TKAAM - CANAAN
We are so EXCITED that you are joining us for our first theatrical production: CANAAN - A Cultural Presentation. Unmute to listen to our New Commercial! The local cast of folks you know are working hard to bring you a First Rate Experience! Some tickets still available, but they are going fast, so Get Your Tickets Today by clicking here ---> https://www.crownuptown.com/events/canaan-a-cultural-presentation Enjoy!
The first stage-play of Canaan is just over a week away and the cast, director and crew are hard at work! Here, Sheila Kinnard playfully directs the cast in a scene. π½ Video Credit: Ryan Edwards Get tickets for Canaan!: https://www.crownuptown.com/events/canaan-a-cultural-presentation
Women's History Month
March is Women's History Month β commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. Join us on Thursday, March 3 at 12pm on Facebook, Youtube and LinkedIn, as Dr. Lona Reeves talks with Capt. Cydnee A. Reese about her career, passion and experiences.
March is Women's History Month β commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. Join us on Thursday, March 3 at 12pm on Facebook, Youtube and LinkedIn, as Dr. Lona Reeves talks with Capt. Cydnee A. Reese about her career, passion and experiences.
Cultivate your Culture! What better way to celebrate Black History Month than with your own Trailblazers Activity Book and around the world crayons! Shop now! http://ow.ly/MLlQ50HKEeV
Tune in to the TKAAM Facebook Pago TODAY at Noon! TKAAM invites you to learn about a unique outdoor exhibition celebrating African American Earth and Space Scientists at Exploration Place! Victoria Mitchell, Laura Roddy and Denise Sherman discuss African Americans who made STEM history in aeronautics, aerospace and aviation!
Get your Black History everyday apparel from the TKAAM gift shop. Cultivate your Culture with our #WeAreCulture apparel Long Sleeve t-shirts Sweatshirts Hoodies Sizes S-3XL ($22 & $24) www.tkaamuseum.org/shop
TKAAM invites you to learn about a unique outdoor exhibition celebrating African American Earth and Space Scientists at Exploration Place! Victoria Mitchell, Laura Roddy and Denise Sherman discuss African Americans who made STEM history in aeronautics, aerospace and aviation! Join us Thursday, February 3rd at Noon on the TKAAM page to learn more! https://www.facebook.com/TKAAM/
MLK, Jr Virtual Celebration: Portrait of a Man--A virtual conversation with Mr. David Williams
Denise Sherman visits with Mr. David Williams, community advocate, motivational speaker, and theatrical performer on his experience portraying Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the theatrical performance "The Mountain Top."
Kwanzaa Day 1
Join us as Dr. Lona Reeves shares information on the history and traditions of Kwanzaa
A Cultural Christmas Story -- Did you know the original St. Nicholas was a Man of Color? Tune in at noon, tomorrow, Thursday, December 16 as Dr. Lona L. Reeves shares a "Cultural Christmas Story" on TKAAM Thursday, your midday cultural break! Watch on Facebook and Youtube!
Healthy Holidays with Dr. Michelle Vann
Between the holidays and Daylight Savings Time change stress can be at a premium. Dr. Lona Reeves sits down with Dr. Michelle Vann of Vanntastic Solutions for whys and hows of maintaining our health and staying in good spirits and cheer through the Holidays on TKAAM Thursday premiering Thursday at noon from The Kansas AfricanAmerican Museumβs page.
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TKAAM Thursday: Healthy Holidays with Dr. Vann Between the Holidays and Daylight Savings Time Change stress can be at a premium. Dr. Lona Reeves sits down with Dr. Michelle Vann of Vanntastic Solutions for the why's and how's of maintaining our health and staying in good spirits and cheer through the Holiday Season on TKAAM Thursday premiering Thursday at noon from The Kansas African American Museumβs page.
Announcing our 2021 Engineering & Sciences Trailblazer, Dr. John Brooks Slaughter. Dr. John Brooks Slaughter has achieved many βfirstsβ throughout his devotion and advocacy in STEM careers. Born and raised in Topeka, Kansas, Dr. Slaughter obtained his electrical engineering degree from Kansas State University. His many achievements include his appointment as the first African American director of the National Service Foundation, groundbreaking work in computer algorithms, and careers in Higher Education. Tune in to the 2021 Trailblazers Award broadcast on November 6th to learn more about the impact Dr. Slaughter has had in the state of Kansas. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - Cox Business and our Honoree Sponsor - Evergy. Thank you to Kyle Ellison for allowing us to use his music to announce our 2021 Trailblazers. #WeAreCulture #TBHOF2021 #TKAAM #BlackMuseumsMatter
REBROADCAST of David Parks and Wilma Moore-Black. They talk with Executive Director, Denise Sherman about Legendary Gordon Parks the The Tallgrass Film Festival.
Take your mid-day cultural break with TKAAM Thursday. Catch the premiere at noon, Oct.7th, when two members of The Wichita Black Nurses Association, founded in 1973, discuss how the organization serves the community during the pandemic.
Gifts of Wichita Black Nurses Association this Thirsday at 12pm
Just one day away! Join us for TKAAM Thursday.
Join TKAAM tomorrow at 12pm for TKAAM Thursday. Malaika Bell sits down with Dr. Lona Reeves to discuss the legacy of her grandfather, Chester I. Lewis. Tune in on FB, YouTube or LinkedIn.
Join us in wishing our Education & Community Outreach Director, Lona L. Reeves, PhD a happy birthday ππ!
Help us wish our Curator, Paris Cunningham, a Happy Birthday!πππ
The Wichita Monrovians, Colored Western League
Full conversation with Wilma Moore-Black, CEO WMB Creative Productions and David Parks, writer, director, filmmaker and son of legendary Gordon Parks
Conversation with Wilma Moore-Black, CEO of WMB Creative Productions and David Parks, son of legendary Gordon Parks
Strategies for Maintaining Good Mental Health
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Be a tourist right here at home with some of Wichita's most popular attractions offering discounted or free admission.
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U.S. Travel Association | Botanica | Sedgwick County Zoo | Wichita Art Museum | Old Cowtown Museum | Kansas Aviation Museum | Wichita Wind Surge | Exploration Place | Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum | TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum | Mid-America All-Indian Museum | Museum of World Treasures
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U.S. Travel Association | Botanica | Sedgwick County Zoo | Wichita Art Museum | Old Cowtown Museum | Kansas Aviation Museum | Wichita Wind Surge | Exploration Place | Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum | TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum | Mid-America All-Indian Museum | Museum of World Treasures
Incredible new exhibits are headed to Wichita including Stingray Cove at Sedgwick County Zoo.
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Botanica | Old Cowtown Museum | Exploration Place | Wichita Art Museum | Mid-America All-Indian Museum | TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum | Mark Arts | Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum | Ulrich Museum of Art
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We had the most amazing time supporting TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum on Saturday night at their first theatrical prodcution of Canaan. Our very own, Michelle Moe Witte had the opportunity to moderate a discussion with the playwright, Michah Aerial Watson.
What a fantastic event by TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum this weekend! Lexus of Wichita is proud to sponsor Canaan, a powerful coming-of-age theatrical production about a teenager and his community. π
πΈ (L-R): Lexus of Wichita General Manager Scott Bolticoff; TKAAM Executive Director Denise Sherman; TKAAM Board Member Charles Watson
πΈ (L-R): Lexus of Wichita General Manager Scott Bolticoff; TKAAM Executive Director Denise Sherman; TKAAM Board Member Charles Watson
Students in the drama club/classes have an incredible opportunity to see an original production, βCanaanβ presented by TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum Thank you!
Vacancy Announcement: Executive Director of Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area (in KS and MO), Lawrence, KS
Freedomβs Frontier is seeking an Executive Director responsible for the overall management of Freedomβs Frontier National Heritage Area. The Executive Director will be responsible for promoting awareness of and advocating for Freedomβs Frontier throughout the region. The Executive Director is primarily responsible for developing the resources necessary for the financial sustainability of the heritage area. The Executive Director directs the policy, development, programming, financial management, fundraising, marketing, operations, and government and community relations for the organization.
Minimum Requirements
β’ BA or BS, additional education a plus.
β’ Experience in fundraising and/or development.
β’ Passion for history.
β’ Preferred experience working with an organization that is engaged in historical tourism.
β’ Excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
β’ Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel and social media.
β’ Public speaking skills and ability to engage in moderate travel.
β’ On occasion, may require work nights, weekends and holidays.
β’ Demonstrated ability to achieve set performance measures and communicate effectiveness of programs to internal and external audiences.
β’ Strong ability to work effectively with a board of directors to develop relationships to support the work of the National Heritage area.
β’ A strong interpersonal skill set that demonstrates the ability to foster and preserve a productive work environment.
Full job description available at www.freedomsfrontier.org.
Applicants should send a resume, salary requirements and a statement of interest/qualifications via email to [email protected] No phone calls, please.
Position open until filled.
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
Freedomβs Frontier National Heritage Area is an equal opportunity employer.
Freedomβs Frontier is seeking an Executive Director responsible for the overall management of Freedomβs Frontier National Heritage Area. The Executive Director will be responsible for promoting awareness of and advocating for Freedomβs Frontier throughout the region. The Executive Director is primarily responsible for developing the resources necessary for the financial sustainability of the heritage area. The Executive Director directs the policy, development, programming, financial management, fundraising, marketing, operations, and government and community relations for the organization.
Minimum Requirements
β’ BA or BS, additional education a plus.
β’ Experience in fundraising and/or development.
β’ Passion for history.
β’ Preferred experience working with an organization that is engaged in historical tourism.
β’ Excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
β’ Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel and social media.
β’ Public speaking skills and ability to engage in moderate travel.
β’ On occasion, may require work nights, weekends and holidays.
β’ Demonstrated ability to achieve set performance measures and communicate effectiveness of programs to internal and external audiences.
β’ Strong ability to work effectively with a board of directors to develop relationships to support the work of the National Heritage area.
β’ A strong interpersonal skill set that demonstrates the ability to foster and preserve a productive work environment.
Full job description available at www.freedomsfrontier.org.
Applicants should send a resume, salary requirements and a statement of interest/qualifications via email to [email protected] No phone calls, please.
Position open until filled.
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
Freedomβs Frontier National Heritage Area is an equal opportunity employer.
I had to create the change that I wanted to see in the world! - Michael E. McKinzy, Sr. -03-10-2022
I was born to change the world via EVoteTechnology:
1. Modernize America's voting technology
2. Eradicate voter fraud
3. Combat identity theft
4. Provide authenticating services to registered voters.
Michael E McKinzy Sr 03-10-2022
1. Modernize America's voting technology
2. Eradicate voter fraud
3. Combat identity theft
4. Provide authenticating services to registered voters.
Michael E McKinzy Sr 03-10-2022
I began with just an idea, to be able to definitively identify a person on the spot in real-time, 1986, now over 30 years later, I have invented EVoteTechnology - The new American Revolution to modernize our voting technology, via USPTO patent number US11,263,853 issue date: March 1, 2022 inventor: Michael E McKinzy Sr
On this last day of Black History Month, we want to recognize all of our African American employees for their work for Sedgwick County, not just this month but year-round.
We also encourage people to visit TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum , hosting events throughout the year.
We also encourage people to visit TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum , hosting events throughout the year.
Kansas is a stop on this National virtual tour tonight at 7:00 p.m. We have a descendant from Nicodemus (Dr. JohnEllla Holmes) that is going to be on National call. We will also have a rural farmer on the call from Kansas. Will you sign up? Will you share this? You can share by copying the link and posting. We are heading toward a National March on Washington. Thank you
https://actionnetwork.org/events/feb-28-mobilization-tour-tx-ok-la-ak-ks?source=direct_link&
https://actionnetwork.org/events/feb-28-mobilization-tour-tx-ok-la-ak-ks?source=direct_link&
Dr. John Brooks Slaughter, M.S. β61, was inducted into the TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum Trailblazers Hall of Fame in 2021. The engineering/sciences trailblazer is one of five leaders recognized for their determination and triumphs. Read more here: http://ow.ly/3X9p50HYeFF.