Stars, Stripes, Statehood, & Our Story

Stars, Stripes, Statehood, & Our Story — Join the Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum for a large community celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary, Kansas’ 165th anniversary, and the Museum’s 60th anniversary on Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 11:00 AM–7:00 PM at 31639 US-77, Arkansas City, KS. Enjoy 25+ vendors, live demonstrations, live music throughout the day, food trucks, patriotic family photos, museum tours, new exhibits, door prizes, and family activities. Special events include a Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest and Community Art Contest with cash prizes. Fun for all ages!