TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum

09/28/2026

Don't miss this! Join Angela Bates for "Children of the Promised Land," a presentation and discussion about the mothers and children of Nicodemus, Kansas.

Settled by Black homesteaders after the Civil War, Nicodemus is the only remaining western town established by African Americans during Reconstruction. Bates will share a pictorial history of the community, including children who were among the first in their families born free.

➡ Wednesday, September 30 at 10 a.m.
➡TKAAM | 601 N Water St, Wichita, KS 67203
➡ Free and open to the public

Coffee and pastries will be provided, and parking validated. For accessible entry, use the ramp on the south side of the building and ring the doorbell.

This program is made possible by Humanities Kansas.

09/25/2026

A room full of art, conversation, and community. Thank you to everyone who joined us for last night's exhibition preview. You made the night special. Stop by this weekend to experience the exhibition for yourself!

09/16/2026

08/17/2026

Sponsorship opportunities now open!

Your sponsorship helps honor African Americans whose achievements have broken barriers, built legacies, and continue to inspire generations.

Learn more about sponsorship levels and benefits: https://www.tkaamuseum.org/tb2026

08/12/2026

We enjoyed welcoming the Leadership Wichita class for a tour of our future home at 201 N. Main.

Thank you for spending time with us and learning more about our vision for the future. We are excited to welcome you back soon!

08/05/2026

More colors. More styles. More sizes.

Every purchase helps TKAAM preserve and share Kansas African American history.

🔗: wichitascreenprinting.com/TKAAM

08/01/2026

Visit TKAAM today and enjoy a cultural experience for FREE thanks to Bank of America's Museums on Us! Bank of America cardholders will receive free admission by presenting their debit or credit card, along with a photo ID.

🕛 We open in an hour—see you soon!

For details, visit http://go.bofa.com/OnUs

07/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Senior Wednesday!

We are grateful to Ken Neaderhiser for sharing his research on how K-State integrated into the Big 7 Conference and highlighting the individuals whose courage helped shape history.

We look forward to seeing you at our next Senior Wednesday on September 30!

07/23/2026

Join us for Preserves: A Kansas Story, a staged reading featuring Wichita's own Micah Ariel Watson, filmmaker, playwright, and creator of the upcoming independent feature film Preserves. The film explores themes of love, family, history, and community while highlighting the rich legacy of African American life and culture in Kansas.

📅 Sunday, July 26, 2026
🕜 2:30 PM
📍 Guild Hall at St. James Episcopal Church

This event is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served Basis
Be among the first to experience this powerful story in its earliest form and celebrate the people, places, and histories that continue to shape Kansas today.

Reserve your seat today!

Join us for Preserves, a staged reading exploring love, legacy, and the untold stories of Kansas's Black history.

07/22/2026

Happening soon! Hear about a pivotal moment in Kansas State and civil rights history during "The Story of How K-State Integrated the Big 12 Conference," by Ken Neaderhiser next week.