Museum of World Treasures

09/17/2021

We are excited to be a part of Smithsonian magazine's annual Museum Day TOMORROW, September 18, 2021. Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Museums across the country, including ourselves, will be offering free admission to anyone who presents a Museum Day voucher.

To download your voucher and learn about all of the rules and regulations visit: http://ow.ly/lWru50G79Xm

We are excited to be a part of Smithsonian magazine's annual Museum Day TOMORROW, September 18, 2021. Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Museums across the country, including ourselves, will be offering free admission to anyone who presents a Museum Day voucher.

To download your voucher and learn about all of the rules and regulations visit: http://ow.ly/lWru50G79Xm

09/17/2021

Free Admission to Wichita Museums on Smithsonian Museum Day 2021

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! Claim your free voucher here: https://smithsonianmag.com/museumday/museum-day-2021/museum-of-world-treasures/tickets/

Museum Day is an annual event hosted by Smithsonian magazine in which participating museums across the country open their doors to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket.

09/17/2021

The answer to this week's Trivia Tuesday is B. Warn others of danger. This Civil War Era cannon is a signaling cannon!

Stay tuned in a couple weeks for another round of #TriviaTuesday

The answer to this week's Trivia Tuesday is B. Warn others of danger. This Civil War Era cannon is a signaling cannon!

Stay tuned in a couple weeks for another round of #TriviaTuesday

09/16/2021

This Halloween take a walk through haunted history at our Spooky Night of Treasures! Guests will receive a 60 to 90 minute haunted tour of the transformed Museum with spooky storytelling performances. Complete with a cash bar, raffle prizes, local treats, and entertainment, this is our 2nd annual Fall Fundraiser that will be sure to bring a thrilling experience to adults of all ages! To sign up for ticket reminders click here: http://ow.ly/jVjs50Gbhwk

This Halloween take a walk through haunted history at our Spooky Night of Treasures! Guests will receive a 60 to 90 minute haunted tour of the transformed Museum with spooky storytelling performances. Complete with a cash bar, raffle prizes, local treats, and entertainment, this is our 2nd annual Fall Fundraiser that will be sure to bring a thrilling experience to adults of all ages! To sign up for ticket reminders click here: http://ow.ly/jVjs50Gbhwk

09/16/2021

We are now hiring actors for our Spooky Night of Treasures event taking place on October 28 and 29, 2021! If you are interested please email [email protected] for more information!

We are now hiring actors for our Spooky Night of Treasures event taking place on October 28 and 29, 2021! If you are interested please email [email protected] for more information!

09/15/2021

Please join us TOMORROW for this month's Coffee With the Curator presentation, “Bagpipe Music and It’s Evolution through the 20th Century," presented by Kevin Thames. This presentation will explore the dramatic changes in written literature and performance of music for the Great Highland Bagpipe across the 20th Century and will include a commentary on the associated percussion settings and comparative, contemporary genres.

For more information visit: http://ow.ly/hQLg50G79Rk

Please join us TOMORROW for this month's Coffee With the Curator presentation, “Bagpipe Music and It’s Evolution through the 20th Century," presented by Kevin Thames. This presentation will explore the dramatic changes in written literature and performance of music for the Great Highland Bagpipe across the 20th Century and will include a commentary on the associated percussion settings and comparative, contemporary genres.

For more information visit: http://ow.ly/hQLg50G79Rk

09/14/2021

Welcome to another episode of Trivia Tuesday! For this week, our item in question is a Civil War Era cannon. What was this cannon used for?

A. Firing at the enemies
B. Warn others of danger
C. Celebrate battle victories
D. Decoration

Check back on Friday for the answer!

Welcome to another episode of Trivia Tuesday! For this week, our item in question is a Civil War Era cannon. What was this cannon used for?

A. Firing at the enemies
B. Warn others of danger
C. Celebrate battle victories
D. Decoration

Check back on Friday for the answer!

09/14/2021

Who doesn't love a good beanie? We've got the perfect fall beanie in our Museum Store! Get yours and other Museum branded merchandise today!

Who doesn't love a good beanie? We've got the perfect fall beanie in our Museum Store! Get yours and other Museum branded merchandise today!

09/13/2021

Monday Mood😴
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#MuseumMemes #MondayMemes #MuseumMeme #MondayMeme #Mood #Mondays #Funny #UghMondays #HistoryMemes #Memes

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#MuseumMemes #MondayMemes #MuseumMeme #MondayMeme #Mood #Mondays #Funny #UghMondays #HistoryMemes #Memes

09/12/2021

Spooky cocktails🍸
Costumes🦹
Haunting reenactments👻
Local Desserts🍰

Mark your calendars for October 28 & 29, 2021!

#SpookyNightOfTreasures2021

Spooky cocktails🍸
Costumes🦹
Haunting reenactments👻
Local Desserts🍰

Mark your calendars for October 28 & 29, 2021!

#SpookyNightOfTreasures2021

09/11/2021

#NeverForget

#NeverForget

09/10/2021

We are excited to be a part of Smithsonian magazine's annual Museum Day on September 18, 2021. Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Museums across the country, including ourselves, will be offering free admission to anyone who presents a Museum Day voucher.

For more information and to download your voucher visit our website: http://ow.ly/XYNb50G5QF2

We are excited to be a part of Smithsonian magazine's annual Museum Day on September 18, 2021. Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Museums across the country, including ourselves, will be offering free admission to anyone who presents a Museum Day voucher.

For more information and to download your voucher visit our website: http://ow.ly/XYNb50G5QF2

09/09/2021

Please join us NEXT THURSDAY for this month's Coffee With the Curator presentation, “Bagpipe Music and It’s Evolution through the 20th Century," presented by Rob Farmer and Kevin Thames. This presentation will explore the dramatic changes in written literature and performance of music for the Great Highland Bagpipe across the 20th Century and will include a commentary on the associated percussion settings and comparative, contemporary genres.

Please join us NEXT THURSDAY for this month's Coffee With the Curator presentation, “Bagpipe Music and It’s Evolution through the 20th Century," presented by Rob Farmer and Kevin Thames. This presentation will explore the dramatic changes in written literature and performance of music for the Great Highland Bagpipe across the 20th Century and will include a commentary on the associated percussion settings and comparative, contemporary genres.

09/08/2021

Looking for a birthday experience your child will never forget? The Museum of World Treasures will take your party back through time to unlock stories of ancient civilizations, historic realms, and animal worlds. For more information go to our website: http://ow.ly/TuwZ50G5QVW

Looking for a birthday experience your child will never forget? The Museum of World Treasures will take your party back through time to unlock stories of ancient civilizations, historic realms, and animal worlds. For more information go to our website: http://ow.ly/TuwZ50G5QVW

09/07/2021

We are now hiring actors for our Spooky Night of Treasures event on October 28 and 29! If you are interested in auditioning and would like more information email [email protected]

We are now hiring actors for our Spooky Night of Treasures event on October 28 and 29! If you are interested in auditioning and would like more information email [email protected]

09/06/2021

Enjoy your Labor Day off by visiting the Museum of World Treasures! We are open regular hours from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Enjoy your Labor Day off by visiting the Museum of World Treasures! We are open regular hours from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

09/05/2021

Do you need a last minute space for an event? We are offering 15% off select event rentals now through October 31st! All events must take place before October 31st for the discount to be applied so don't miss your chance and call to book your event today!

Do you need a last minute space for an event? We are offering 15% off select event rentals now through October 31st! All events must take place before October 31st for the discount to be applied so don't miss your chance and call to book your event today!

09/05/2021

We love to see reviews like this one. Happy Sunday, Wichita!

We love to see reviews like this one. Happy Sunday, Wichita!

09/04/2021

On September 4, 1957, nine African American students arrived for the first day of school at Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Upon arrival, Governor Faubus prevented the nine students from entering Central High with the use of the Arkansas National Guard. This would mark the beginning of the Little Rock Crisis, and ultimately lead to President Dwight D. Eisenhower's intervention, making this a monumental event in Civil Rights history.

On September 4, 1957, nine African American students arrived for the first day of school at Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Upon arrival, Governor Faubus prevented the nine students from entering Central High with the use of the Arkansas National Guard. This would mark the beginning of the Little Rock Crisis, and ultimately lead to President Dwight D. Eisenhower's intervention, making this a monumental event in Civil Rights history.

09/03/2021

Check back in a couple weeks for our next #TriviaTuesday and stay tuned for more fun facts about medicine quackery!

Check back in a couple weeks for our next #TriviaTuesday and stay tuned for more fun facts about medicine quackery!

09/02/2021

We are excited to be a part of Smithsonian magazine's annual Museum Day on September 18, 2021. Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Museums across the country, including ourselves, will be offering free admission to anyone who presents a Museum Day ticket.

We follow all of the event rules that Smithsonian magazine lists so make sure to visit their website! Click this link to download your free ticket: http://ow.ly/tZaZ50G2tSa

We are excited to be a part of Smithsonian magazine's annual Museum Day on September 18, 2021. Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Museums across the country, including ourselves, will be offering free admission to anyone who presents a Museum Day ticket.

We follow all of the event rules that Smithsonian magazine lists so make sure to visit their website! Click this link to download your free ticket: http://ow.ly/tZaZ50G2tSa

09/02/2021

Please join us on Thursday, September 16, 2021 for this month's Coffee With the Curator presentation, "Bagpipe Music and Its Evolution through the Twentieth Century," presented by Rob Farmer. This presentation will explore the dramatic changes in written literature and performance of music for the Great Highland Bagpipe across the twentieth century and will include a commentary on the associated percussion setting and comparative, contemporary genres.

For more information visit this link: http://ow.ly/f3Lz50G2vqP

Please join us on Thursday, September 16, 2021 for this month's Coffee With the Curator presentation, "Bagpipe Music and Its Evolution through the Twentieth Century," presented by Rob Farmer. This presentation will explore the dramatic changes in written literature and performance of music for the Great Highland Bagpipe across the twentieth century and will include a commentary on the associated percussion setting and comparative, contemporary genres.

For more information visit this link: http://ow.ly/f3Lz50G2vqP

09/01/2021

TOMORROW is Homeschool Family Day! Admission is only $5 + tax for kids and free for parents who show their HSLDA card or non-accredited school registration form. Join us from 10:00 to 3:00 for crafts, activities, and learning opportunities fun for the entire family.

TOMORROW is Homeschool Family Day! Admission is only $5 + tax for kids and free for parents who show their HSLDA card or non-accredited school registration form. Join us from 10:00 to 3:00 for crafts, activities, and learning opportunities fun for the entire family.

09/01/2021

We are ready for spooky season, how about you?! Stay tuned this month for more information about our annual Spooky Night of Treasures.

We are ready for spooky season, how about you?! Stay tuned this month for more information about our annual Spooky Night of Treasures.

08/31/2021

Welcome to another round of #TriviaTuesday

For this week's item, we have a variety of different medicine bottles from the 1800's that have now been deemed as quackery. Quackery is defined as the practice of making fraudulent medicine, often for the sake of money or as an ego boost and was popular during the mid 1800's to the early 1900's.

Our question for you is, which famous author from the nineteenth century utilized his literature to speak out about medical practices that are now deemed as "quackery" during the 1800's?

A. Edgar Allen Poe
B. Mark Twain
C. Walt Whitman
D. Charles Dickens

Check back on Friday for the answer!

Welcome to another round of #TriviaTuesday

For this week's item, we have a variety of different medicine bottles from the 1800's that have now been deemed as quackery. Quackery is defined as the practice of making fraudulent medicine, often for the sake of money or as an ego boost and was popular during the mid 1800's to the early 1900's.

Our question for you is, which famous author from the nineteenth century utilized his literature to speak out about medical practices that are now deemed as "quackery" during the 1800's?

A. Edgar Allen Poe
B. Mark Twain
C. Walt Whitman
D. Charles Dickens

Check back on Friday for the answer!

08/31/2021

Senior Wednesday is TOMORROW from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM! This month our topic is "A Largely Humorous Survey of Outhouses Then and Now," presented by Susan Crane-Laracuente! For more information click this link: http://ow.ly/9adQ50FZ2xC

Senior Wednesday is TOMORROW from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM! This month our topic is "A Largely Humorous Survey of Outhouses Then and Now," presented by Susan Crane-Laracuente! For more information click this link: http://ow.ly/9adQ50FZ2xC

08/30/2021

Firing the Gatling Gun

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08/30/2021

Meet our newest Visitor Services Representative, Alan! Alan recently received his Master's Degree from Wichita State University in accounting and is currently focusing on his art. You can find him and his artwork at the Old Town Farm and Art Market every Saturday morning, but when he's not selling art he's at home either gardening or cooking. Alan's favorite exhibit is our Asia exhibit because "the Buddhas look so happy!"

Welcome to the team, Alan! If you'd like to check out Alan's art, follow his Instagram @alanartco

Meet our newest Visitor Services Representative, Alan! Alan recently received his Master's Degree from Wichita State University in accounting and is currently focusing on his art. You can find him and his artwork at the Old Town Farm and Art Market every Saturday morning, but when he's not selling art he's at home either gardening or cooking. Alan's favorite exhibit is our Asia exhibit because "the Buddhas look so happy!"

Welcome to the team, Alan! If you'd like to check out Alan's art, follow his Instagram @alanartco

08/29/2021

Welcome back to school, Wichita! Schedule your field trip for fall 2021 today with virtual, self-guided, and tour-guided options available. For more information visit: worldtreasures.org/education

Welcome back to school, Wichita! Schedule your field trip for fall 2021 today with virtual, self-guided, and tour-guided options available. For more information visit: worldtreasures.org/education

08/28/2021

Good morning and happy Saturday! Don't forget to check out our Museum Store during your visit. We've got mugs, wine glasses, hats, and more Museum branded merch available now!

Good morning and happy Saturday! Don't forget to check out our Museum Store during your visit. We've got mugs, wine glasses, hats, and more Museum branded merch available now!