Tickets are on sale now for the 4th Annual Flint Hills Beer Fest! Held at Blue Earth Plaza, the Flint Hills Beer Fest offers an afternoon of sampling from a […]
Join us outside The Riley County Courthouse Plaza from noon to 1pm as we honor the victims who have lost their lives to domestic violence. The Silent Witnesses are life-sized […]
Come along for an immersive experience into the Flint Hills. Learn about the geological features of the Flint Hills and observe the native plant species of the season. Thanks to […]
The Flint Hills Wellness Coalition, Riley County Council of Social Service Agencies, and Manhattan Senior Center are co-sponsoring candidate forums for USD 383 Board of Education and Manhattan City Commission. […]
Join the Discovery Center Education staff and local astronomers for a free and safe viewing of the annular solar eclipse, which occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth while it is at its farthest point from Earth, making the moon appear smaller than the sun which creates a “ring of fire” effect […]
During this unique event, six humanities scholars from a wide variety of disciplines will present their personal and professional take on the Flint Hills landscape for participants as they hike through a native tallgrass prairie outside Manhattan. Each 10-minute-long presentation from individuals as diverse as archaeologists, poets, historians, and indigenous knowledge keepers, will invite participants […]
MANHATTAN, KS – 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Every Third Thursday June – October Stop by Poyntz Avenue and enjoy the art, cuisine, music and experiences of Third Thursday! The Third Thursday season may only last through summer, but the fun is just beginning. Engaging activities will be available for both young and adult attendees, ensuring […]
Join us during Third Thursday for our, family friendly, Downtown Open Mic and Talent Shenanigans! Come sing your heart out, play an instrument, make us laugh, dance your way down […]
Witness or participate in an electrifying spectacle like no other! On October 19th, the very streets of the Little Apple will resonate with the power chords and face-melting solos of…AIR! That’s right, we’re cranking the volume to 11 for the ultimate Air Guitar showdown, and guess what? You can be center stage! Hosted by the […]
Join us for an evening of food, fun, and entertainment to benefit the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation! Your night begins with a selection of bison and beef heavy hors d’oeuvres from Kite's Aggieville Draft House. Spice up the evening with signature cocktails made with Mark Nutsch’s Horse Soldier Bourbon made by American Freedom Distillery. […]
