“See” listings
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Botanica’s Children’s Gardens
This garden is more than just pretty flowers. Starting this summer, children will have their own special section at the gardens that includes a barn, a giant treehouse, a musical maze, and a pond, which expose children to plants and nature from a whimsical perspective. Spanning more than one acre, the themed areas offer innovative looks into nature. (09/2011)
701 N Amidon Ave
316-264-0448
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River City Trolley & Charters
Wichita’s past comes to life aboard this 1925-style trolley. The hour-and-a-half tour spans Downtown, Oldtown, Midtown and some historic neighborhoods, providing riveting stories about the history of the early pioneers. (09/2011)
515 S Main St, Wichita
316-773- 1931
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Louise C. Murdock Theatre
Originally built in 1931, this historic theater reopened in 2005 after extensive renovations. While now technologically modern, it remains true to its history, with original frescoes, Art Deco chandeliers and shuttered windows. This month brings Coppelia from the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow (July 9) and Puccini’s famed opera, Tosca (July 24). (08/2011)
536 N Broadway St
316-263-1665
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Boeing Dome Theater and Planetarium
You’ll want to hold on while watching a show on this theater’s 60-foot, 360-degree screen. Located inside Exploration Place, it is currently playing Forces of Nature (about scientists tackling natural disasters) and Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here Cosmic Light Show (complete with psychedelic graphics). (08/2011)
At Exploration Place 300 N McLean Blvd
316-660-0600
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The Color Purple
The New York Times and USA Today have raved about this inspiring new adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. This joyful musical presents a classic story of triumph over adversity, engaging the audience with gospel, jazz, ragtime and blues numbers. April 26-28. (04/2011)
At Century II Convention Center 225 W Douglas Ave
316-264-9121
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WICHITA ICE CENTER
Lace up those skates and hit the ice yearround at Wichita’s only indoor rink. Lessons are available, and sure-footed skaters can participate in twice-weekly speed sessions without the risk of bowling over innocents. (01/2011)
505 W Maple St
316-337-9199
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CIRQUE SUR L’EAU CONGELEE
Translated as “Circus on Frozen Water,” this is a truly fantastic celebration on ice, featuring renowned ice skaters, world-class performance artists and acrobats of all types. Be prepared for an energetic score and eyecatching visuals. Dec. 17-19. (12/2010)
51 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach
561-243-7922
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NIGHT OF THE LIVING ZOO
This local Halloween favorite is not overly scary, and there are candy stations and games, such as beanbag tosses, scattered throughout the grounds. It’s held a week early, leaving plenty of time for neighborhood haunting on the 31st. Oct. 22-24. (10/2010)
5555 Zoo Blvd
316-660-9453
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BOTANICA GARDENS
Beautiful colors and aromas abound at these 9-arce gardens. This local, family-friendly treasure features more than 3,600 species of plants (many of them flowering), a sculpture garden and a brand-new free-flight butterfly house, where hundreds of butterfl ies flit and flutter about you in an enclosed space. (09/2010)
701 Amidon St
316-264-0448
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KEEPER OF THE PLAINS PLAZA
It’s hard to miss this 44-foot-tall statute of an Indian warrior in the heart of Wichita, especially now that it stands on a huge pedestal and is surrounded by a snazzy “Ring of Fire” each night. Visit the nearby All-American Indian Center, then enjoy the light show. (08/2010)
650 N Seneca St
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KANSAS AVIATION MUSEUM
Located right in the center of the US, Wichita was a major stopover for fl ights in the mid-20th century. In honor of the area’s historical importance, this museum in Wichita’s original airport displays nearly 25 classic aircraft. (05/2010)
3350 George Washington Blvd
316-683-9242
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WALKING WITH DINOSAURS
The live version of a BBC TV series of the same name, this arena spectacular features 15 life-size animatronic dinosaurs—some up to 36 feet tall and 56 feet from nose to tail— that will delight both kids and their parents. April 21-25. (04/2010)
500 E Waterman St
316-440-9000
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