21 listings in and around Manhattan, KS, Wednesday, November 11 through Tuesday, November 17. Soonest: Ike's Work (Special Exhibit) at Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home (Wednesday 9 a.m.); STE[A]M: Exploring Science and Math through Art at Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art (Wednesday 10 a.m.); After School Art Club at Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art (Wednesday 3:30 p.m.); Knitting Night at The Dusty Bookshelf (Wednesday 6 p.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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9 a.m. Central Time
A special museum exhibition marking America's 250th anniversary by pairing President Dwight D. Eisenhower's own list of top administration achievements with letters written to him by everyday citizens.
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home, 200 SE Fourth Street, Abilene, KS 67410
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 9 a.m. Central Time
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10 a.m.–5 p.m. Central Time
Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of ArtManhattan, KS1.5 mi
Art
STE[A]M exhibition: science and math concepts explored through art, for school‑age students and ARTSmart program participants.
Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art, 701 Beach lane, Manhattan, KS 66506
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time
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3:30 p.m.–5 p.m. Central Time
Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of ArtManhattan, KS1.5 mi
Art
Community
A weekly art club for grades 2-5 at the Beach Museum of Art, $35 per 4-week session. This session covers painting.
Kansas State University
Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art, 701 Beach lane, Manhattan, KS 66506
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m. Central Time
The Dusty BookshelfManhattan, KS1.6 mi
Art
Weekly crafting night on the mezzanine for knitting, crochet, embroidery, quilting, cross-stitch, watercolor and drawing. All ages and skill levels; no RSVP needed.
The Dusty Bookshelf, 700 N. Manhattan Ave., Manhattan, KS
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. Central Time
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9 a.m. Central Time
A special museum exhibition marking America's 250th anniversary by pairing President Dwight D. Eisenhower's own list of top administration achievements with letters written to him by everyday citizens.
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home, 200 SE Fourth Street, Abilene, KS 67410
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 9 a.m. Central Time
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9 a.m.–5 p.m. Central Time
Salina Art CenterSalina, KS59 mi
Art
A day trip from the Salina Art Center, with an art stop in Lindsborg and a behind-the-scenes look at the McPherson Public Schools Art Collection.
Salina Art Center, 242 South Santa Fe Avenue, Salina, KS 67401
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time
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10 a.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
STE[A]M exhibition: science and math concepts explored through art, for school‑age students and ARTSmart program participants.
Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art, 701 Beach lane, Manhattan, KS 66506
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Central Time
MSC Oneok Meeting Room 120Manhattan, KS1.3 mi
Art
Gratitude Crafts with BESO in Manhattan.
MSC Oneok Meeting Room 120, 918 North Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Manhattan, KS 66506
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time
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9 a.m. Central Time
A special museum exhibition marking America's 250th anniversary by pairing President Dwight D. Eisenhower's own list of top administration achievements with letters written to him by everyday citizens.
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home, 200 SE Fourth Street, Abilene, KS 67410
Friday, November 13, 2026, 9 a.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time
Museum of Art + LightManhattan, KS2.5 mi
Art
Generation to Generation After Hours at The Museum of Art + Light in Manhattan, Kansas.
Museum of Art + Light, 316 Pierre Street, Manhattan, KS 66502
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time
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8:30 a.m. Central Time
National Guard ArmoryManhattan, KS5.3 mi
Art
An arts and crafts fair in its 46th year, with more than 100 vendors, food trucks, a raffle and a bake sale. Proceeds benefit Manhattan Catholic Schools.
National Guard Armory, 306 S Juliete, Manhattan, KS 66502
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8:30 a.m. Central Time
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8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Central Time
10th & BuchananTopeka, KS47 mi
Art
Markets
A market of more than 25 vendors selling handmade goods such as crocheted items, candles, baked treats, honey, jewelry and home decor. The Topeka Police Consumer Fraud division is on hand with information.
10th & Buchanan, 5656 SW 35th Street, Topeka, KS 66614
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central Time
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11 a.m. Central Time
Midwest Dream Car CollectionManhattan, KS0.4 mi
Art
Lowrider cars and bikes fill the Midwest Dream Car Collection, with hydraulic demos and a talk on the legacy of lowriders. Museum admission is free all day.
Midwest Dream Car Collection, 3007 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 a.m. Central Time
Free, self-parking accommodations are located on the north side of the building.From midwestdreamcarcollection.org, Oct 12, 2026
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11 a.m.–1 p.m. Central Time
Salina Art CenterSalina, KS59 mi
Art
Free, hands-on art-making at the Salina Art Center, with a new project each month for all ages and skill levels.
Salina Art Center, 242 South Santa Fe Avenue, Salina, KS 67401
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Ivy & InkTopeka, KS49 mi
Art
A craft session in which you make a faux stained glass piece, one of a series of stained glass events.
Ivy & Ink, 2005 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS 66604
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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2 p.m.–4 p.m. Central Time
Midwest Dream Car CollectionManhattan, KS0.4 mi
Art
The Manhattan/Riley County America 250 Committee dedicates a time capsule meant to be opened decades from now. It is free.
Midwest Dream Car Collection, 3007 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time
Free, self-parking accommodations are located on the north side of the building.From midwestdreamcarcollection.org, Oct 12, 2026
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2 p.m.–4 p.m. Central Time
Flint Hills Discovery CenterManhattan, KS2.6 mi
Art
Horticulturist Nancy Wesley helps you make a native plant holiday wreath, using cuttings from the selection or your own. Two drink tickets for wine are included, and it is for ages 21 and up.
Flint Hills Discovery Center, 315 S 3rd, Manhattan, KS 66502
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time
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2 p.m.–5 p.m. Central Time
A look at Kansas journalism's history, brought to life by Clay Wirestone, alongside Sharon Liese's account of a current police raid in Kansas.
Volland Foundation Gallery, 24098 Volland Rd, Alma, KS 66401
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time
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3:30 p.m. Central Time
Art
An 8-week hands-on beginner wheel throwing ceramics course for ages 18+, taught by Lyric Cairns, covering centering clay, shaping forms and applying glazes.
Warehouse Education Studio, 149 South 4th Street, Salina, KS 67401
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 3:30 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m. Central Time
Warehouse Education StudioSalina, KS59 mi
Art
An 8-week advanced wheel throwing ceramics course for ages 18+ with instructor Lyric Cairns, for those ready to master new techniques, tackle larger forms and refine trimming.
Warehouse Education Studio, 149 South 4th Street, Salina, KS 67401
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 6 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m. Central Time
Switch WickedManhattan, KS2.4 mi
Art
Independent Craft Night: a laid-back space to bring your own project and connect with fellow makers.
Switch Wicked, 413 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time
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