Tag Archives: Wichita

College Hill Elementary School

Discover the history of College Hill School in Wichita, Kansas! From petitioning for a school to multiple reconstructions, learn about the neighborhood’s rich past.

Large Frye

Join a seasoned performer on a captivating journey through their favorite roles, hilarious mishaps, and the magic of theater, as they share their hopes for a lasting legacy in Wichita. Get ready for an entertaining and heartfelt glimpse into a life lived on the stage.

Spaght Science and Communications Magnet Elementary School

Discover the fascinating history behind Spaght, from its origins as a school honoring a Kansas Senator to its current role as a science and communications magnet school named after a trailblazing educator and advocate for racial equality.

Give Me A Beat: The Life and Legacy of George Johnson

Step into the intriguing world of Maple Grove Cemetery and discover the fascinating story of George Johnson, the “Drummer Boy of Shiloh.” Despite his heroism in the Civil War, Johnson’s life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes a victim of a mail-order bride’s treachery, leading to an unusual request for help from his fellow veterans. Read on to learn more about this remarkable man’s life and legacy, and the mystery surrounding the identity of the famous “Drummer Boy of Shiloh.”