Stars, Stripes, Statehood & Our Story
Schedule
Sun Jun 14 2026 at 11:00 am to 07:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum | Arkansas City, KS
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STARS, STRIPES, STATEHOOD, & OUR STORY A HUGE Community Celebration at the Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum!
Sunday, June 14, 2026
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum
31639 US-77, Arkansas City, KS 67005
Get ready for one of the BIGGEST celebrations our community has ever seen as we celebrate THREE incredible milestones together:
America turning 250 years old
Kansas turning 165 years old
Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum turning 60 years old
This is more than an event — it’s a full-day COMMUNITY CELEBRATION for ALL ages filled with history, entertainment, demonstrations, food, music, contests, and hometown pride!
OVER 25 VENDORS & LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS
Watch talented craftsmen and creators demonstrate their skills throughout the day! From blacksmiths to woodworkers, hat makers to bread makers, guests will experience hands-on demonstrations that bring history, craftsmanship, and tradition to life right before your eyes.
LIVE SPEED PAINTING PRESENTATION
Featuring a former Miss Kansas contestant creating an exciting live artwork presentation during the event!
PATRIOTIC FAMILY PHOTOS
Capture the day with patriotic-themed family photos taken onsite by a photographer.
LIVE MUSIC ALL DAY LONG
Musicians will be performing around the clock creating a fun, energetic atmosphere throughout the entire celebration.
FOOD TRUCKS & DRINK STANDS
Come hungry! Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and treats from a variety of vendors and food trucks.
PLUS SO MUCH MORE!
• Museum Tours
• Brand-New Exhibits
• Door Prizes
• Shopping
• Family Activities
• Community Fun
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE BAKING CONTEST
Think your cookies are the best around? Bring your favorite recipe and compete for CASH PRIZES and bragging rights! Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just love making America’s favorite cookie, this contest is going to be SWEET fun!
COMMUNITY ART CONTEST
Artists of ALL ages are invited to showcase their creativity inspired by America, Kansas, and Cherokee Strip history. Paint, draw, sculpt, create — and compete for CASH PRIZES while having your work displayed during this major community celebration!
This is a once-in-a-generation celebration honoring our nation, our state, and our museum’s incredible legacy. Bring your family, your friends, your lawn chairs, and your hometown pride as we celebrate the stories that connect us all.
HISTORY. COMMUNITY. CELEBRATION.
We can’t wait to celebrate with YOU!
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Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum, 31639 US Highway 77,Arkansas City,KS,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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