For centuries, the Kansa were the strongest Indian tribe in eastern Kansas. Thies will follow the Kaw from prehistoric times to their present day home in Oklahoma. He also will discuss the tallgrass prairie's early inhabitants and focus on the Native Americans for whom the state of Kansas is named. Thies earned a bachelor's degree in sociology and anthropology from Washburn University, and a master's from Iowa State University. He has served on the faculty at both Emporia State University and Washburn University.
Admission is free.
Free parking for visitors is available adjacent to the museum. Prepared by Sarah Cochran.