A Corner of Culture and Fun!

Sixth & Mechanic is a downtown corner that brings together the Library, the Emporia Arts Council and the Lyon County Historical Museum in one location. This makes it an important destination for families and others who are interested in our heritage, the arts, computers, books, and fun. Two wonderful features of these three attractions are that they are FREE and FAMILY-FRIENDLY.

Brown Bag Concerts, held on Wednesdays at noon during June and July in the library courtyard, are just some of the special events that take place in the area. Attendance so far this year has been 770 for Mr. Stinky Feet and 350 for The Usual Suspects band. Check out the schedule at
http://skyways.lib.ks.us/library/emporia/services/specialserv/brownbag.htm

The Arts Council always has great artwork displayed in their gallery. Art classes take place year-round, and a variety of performances are held in their small theater. Check out their offerings at their website: http://www.emporia.com/eac/. Melissa Windsor is the new Executive Director.

Our Museum is a treasure trove of cool things documenting Emporia’s past. A fantastic model railroad display is currently a favorite there. There’s a gift shop too. Nearby is the Archives, with more historical items. It’s an awesome resource for researchers and local history fans. Learn more about the Museum & Archives at http://www.lyoncountymuseum.org/.
Greg Jordan is the Museum Director.

The great thing about the Culture Corner is that you can park your car once and check out all these Emporia landmarks without ever crossing a street. Nearby is the Civic Auditorium and Emporia’s lovely downtown. It all makes for a lively location with something for everyone.

Be sure to check out the Library, the Museum and the Arts Council at least once this summer. The best hours to come are between 1 and 5 pm Tuesday to Saturday, when all three attractions are open. Remember, there’s always something to do in Emporia!

Sue Blechl, Library Director