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Smoky Valley Classic Car Show
August 2
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It's the Smoky Valley Classic Car Show! Come to shade-filled Swensson Park on August 2 to see over 100 classic automobiles.
Multiple awards will be given to participants, including:
- Best Club Participation for the largest paid registration from a single club
- The Long-Haul Award for the furthest distance traveled
- The Police Chief’s Choice, the Sheriff’s Choice, and the Kansas Highway Patrol awards: given to the vehicles most likely to be stopped for no reason at all!
Registration begins at 8:00am, judging begins at 10:00am with awards given from 3:00-3:30pm. Dash plaques will be given to the first 125 entries.
Download an entry form here. Pre-registration cost is $15, and the deadline is Thursday, July 31. Cost after July 31 is $20.
Swensson Park is located at 400 N. Main Street.
One day of classic cars not enough? Be sure to add Lindsborg Cars and Coffee to your Saturday morning routine! Every Saturday morning, this group of car aficionados gather at the Blacksmith Coffee Shop & Roastery for coffee and conversation. Classic auto owner or just a lover of automobiles, you are welcome to join!
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McPherson Arts Alliance, Artists-in-Residence
Red Barn Studio Museum
July 27-August 2
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Circus Time by Jill Brax
The McPherson Arts Alliance Artists, formerly known as the VAAM Gallery Artists, are returning for their annual residency at the Red Barn Studio Museum, July 27-August 2. The residency offers visitors a unique opportunity to witness several artists' creative processes in action.
Throughout the week-long residency, participating artists will be working simultaneously in a variety of mediums. Each artist brings their own individual style, technique, and artistic vision, contributing to a diverse and dynamic atmosphere. Mediums often include painting, clay, and mixed media, ensuring there is something to intrigue every visitor.
Visitors are encouraged to stop by during the residency to observe the artists at work, ask questions, and gain insight into the artistic process.
The Red Barn Studio Museum is located at 212 S. Main Street. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday-Sunday, 1:00-5:00pm. The Raymer Society's Artist-in-Residence program is sponsored in part by the Kansas Creative Arts Industry Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information, contact the Red Barn Studio Museum at 785-227-2217.
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Practical In Her Art: Women Artists of the 1930s & Other Exhibitions
Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery
August 3-October 19
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Kansas Prairie Fields by Karen Matheis
Five new exhibitions open at the Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery on Sunday, August 3, and continue through October 19. They feature Practical In Her Art: Women Artists of the 1930s; paintings by Karen Matheis of Lawrence, prints by Juana Estrada Hernandez of Providence, Rhode Island; mixed media works by Harley Elliott of Salina; and Swedish art from the Gallery’s permanent collection. A reception for the exhibitions will be on Sunday, August 4, 2:00-4:00pm, with exhibition talks beginning at 2:30pm.
For the exhibition Practical In Her Art: Women Artists of the 1930s, curators around the state have collaborated to highlight the careers of key Kansas women artists and the progress they made enlarging the field. The show includes work by Mary Huntoon, Margaret Whittemore, Avis Chitwood, Sue Jean Covacevich, Clara Hatton, Norma Bassett Hall, and Anna Keener.
Karen Matheis’ exhibition, Constructive Landscape, explores the reinterpretation of the Midwest landscape with a focus of human interaction with nature.
Juana Estrada Hernandez' exhibition, Nuestras Historias (Our Stories), utilizes her experiences growing up in the US to create prints that addresses social and political problems surrounding her migrant communities.
Harley Elliott will be exhibiting mixed media pieces from his Ally series.
The final exhibition honors Lindsborg’s biennial Svensk Hyllningsfest celebration, happening this year on October 17 & 18, by having an exhibition of Swedish and Sweden American art from its permanent collection.
Details about each artist and his/her work are found by clicking on the link to the Visit Lindsborg blog.
The Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery is located at 401 N. First Street. Hours are 10:00am-5:00pm Tuesday-Saturday, and 1:00-5:00pm on Sunday. Admission is free, with donations appreciated. Docent tours for groups are available by two-week advance appointment. For more information about Birger Sandzén, the Gallery, and these exhibitions click here.
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So Sweetish
New Candy Store
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So Sweetish features imported Swedish candy and other imported candy from around the world, along with American favorites from your childhood. Explore this cute-as-a-button little shop with big flavor!
Located in the Courtyard building, 125 N. Main Street, this new shop celebrates Lördagsgodis, “Saturday candy” or “Saturday sweets,” a Swedish tradition since the 1950’s. Find it alongside another Lindsborg fave, Indigo Moo’d Ice Cream. Hours for So Sweetish are Sunday-Friday 1:00-8:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-8:00pm.
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Sunflower Summer
Ends August 3
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The days are winding down for the 2025 Sunflower Summer program. The lineup has more than 230 tourism attractions across Kansas, and it runs until August 3. During this period, eligible students and one accompanying adult are granted free one-time access to each participating attraction, once per season. Passes can be claimed through the free Sunflower Summer app and redeemed at the attraction upon arrival. Kansas students from pre-K through 12th grade — including those in public, private and homeschool settings — are eligible to participate. The program is exclusively available to Kansas residents.
“We’re thrilled to bring back Sunflower Summer for another year,” Kansas Tourism Director Bridgette Jobe said. “This program is a wonderful celebration of the incredible experiences Kansas has to offer. The variety and quality of attractions participating this year truly are outstanding — and we can’t wait for the season to begin.”
Lindsborg five attractions to squeeze into the last of your summer!
A complete list of participating attractions and full program details are available here.
Families are encouraged to share their Sunflower Summer journeys on social media using #ToTheStarsKS and #SunflowerSummer.
Article information provided by Kansas Department of Commerce
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Learn Swedish!
August 28-December 11
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Have you a desire to learn Swedish?
Discover the beauty of the Swedish language in this 17-week course led by Dr. Gretchen Esping. Whether you're planning a trip, connecting with heritage, or exploring a new culture, you'll build skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing Swedish, and conversing with fluent speakers—right from the basics. Limited space available, so register here today!
Classes will be held in the Sjogren Center (425 N 2nd St.) Thursdays, 10:00-11:00am, August 28-December 11, excluding Hyllningsfest week.
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Updates to Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum
120 Mill Street
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The Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum is showcasing impressive improvements permitted by a quarter-million-dollar grant. Come and see this one-of-a-kind complex, the only operable roller mill in the Midwest, which now boasts enhancements to the West Kentuck School, the Adacemy Building, the Union Pacific Train Depot, the 1908 Dempster Windmill, and more. ADA accessibility, updated landscaping, and a fully reworked exhibition on the immigrant experience will add value to your visit.
The Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum is located at 120 Mill Street. Hours are Monday-Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
For a complete list of all improvements and details about the grant, click this link to the Visit Lindsborg blog.
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Bethany College Students Returning
July 29- August 11
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Bethany College will begin opening the dorms July 29!
The students will gradually be moving into the dorms in August.
- August 4: Returning Football/Soccer/Volleyball students
- August 5: New Football/Soccer/Volleyball students
- August 6: Cross Country/Golf students
- August 21: SAG/SAB/Välkommen Leaders
- August 8: Freshmen
- August 11: Returning/Transfer students
First day of classes for Bethany is Wednesday, August 13. Welcome to Lindsborg, Bethany students! Rockar Stockar! (Click the link to discover just what that phrase is all about.)
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Play Music on the Porch Day
Red Barn Studio Museum
August 30
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The Red Barn Studio Museum will take part in Play Music on the Porch Day, an international celebration that invites musicians of all ages and backgrounds to step outside and share music.
Local musician Kathy Englund will coordinate this year's event bringing together a day of live music on the shady front lawn of the Red Barn. The event is free and open to the public. Come, relax, and enjoy music from local performers!
OPEN CALL: Musicians interested in participating must register in advance by emailing raymer@redbarnstudio.org or calling 785-227-2217. Bring your instruments, your voice, or even kazoo! There is no fee, but registration is required to participate as time slots will be assigned. Planned time is 11:00am-4:00pm with longer play possible depending on registrations.
The Red Barn Studio Museum is located at 212 S. Main Street. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday-Sunday, 1:00-5:00pm.
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Back to School Time!
School Physicals and Visiting Lindsborg
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School days are approaching! Summer trips are winding down and thoughts of school are entering our schedules. Did you know you could combine that last summer trip with your school physical? Visit Lindsborg for both!
Schedule that school physical while enjoying all the good Lindsborg has to offer. The following options are available for school physicals:
Banning Family Chiropractic
135 1/2 N. Main Street
785-212-6152
Monday-Wednesday 7:00am-6:30pm; Thursday 7:00am-12:30pm; Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
$35
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Smoky Valley Chiropractic
121 W. Lincoln Street
785-227-4455
Monday and Wednesday 7:30am-6:00pm; Friday 7:30am-12:00pm
$50
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Family Health Care Clinic
605 W. Lincoln Street
785-227-3371
No appointment needed--use the Urgent Care Clinic:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:15pm; Saturday and Sunday 10:00am-1:00pm.
$35 for basic sport/camp physical only--details on the website.
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The Fair is Coming!
Kansas State Fair
September 5-14
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Register your child in the monthly art activity provided by Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center. The first Saturday of every month, for children entering grades 1st-5th.
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American Legion Post 140 will be dedicating the newest addition to the Wild Dala Herd. Freedom will be presented on August 15 at 6:00pm at 524 E. State Street. Dinner and lounge available and open to the public.
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Every Saturday morning, 7:30-11:00am. Honey, fresh vegetables, fresh baked bread and more found at Swensson Park, 400 N. Main Street.
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Check out Lindsborg's newest restaurant on the northeast corner of Lincoln and Main Streets! The Sale BARn's hours are Monday-Wednesday, 11:00am-8:00pm and Thursday-Saturday, 11:00am-midnight.
Burgers, sandwiches, and more! Come hungry!
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The annual motorcycle rally held in Marquette is September 20. The day starts with a pancake feed and ends with a live band. Enjoy the day in beautiful downtown Marquette and book your overnight in Lindsborg, just 10 miles away.
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Swimming Pool & Thor's Revenge
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A great way to cool off while in Lindsborg, the pool is open daily 1:00-6:00pm. Cost is $4 per person with ages 3 and under free. Located at Riverside Park, 500 S. First Street.
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Coming soon! Keep these events on your radar!
- September 9: Smoky Valley Historical Association Program: The History of Bee Keeping
- September 20: Lindsborg Street Dance with King Midas and the Muflers
- October 4-November 2: Swedish Costume Exhibiton at Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center
- October 5: Falun Classic with Mac Town Cycling
- October 17 & 18: Svensk Hyllningsfest (get those smögåsbord tickets!)
- October 18: Coronado Heights Run
Find these events and more on Visit Lindsborg's Calendar of Events!
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Another 5-star review for a Lindsborg lodging option! A recent Lindsborg guest and her extended family messaged Visit Lindsborg with wonderful comments about their recent unplanned visit to Lindsborg. The great part: this extended family numbered 9, and they were all able to stay in one Lindsborg rental!
"(We) had planned on meeting up for a weekend camping trip at lake Kanopolis. We got there a day early and realized it was going to be miserable camping, super windy and HOT! So we very last minute decided to figure out a plan B option. We decided plan B was going to be Lindsborg. We found a great VRBO that fit all 9 of us perfectly and had everything we needed. First we enjoyed one of the best cups of coffee ever at the Blacksmith Coffee Shop & Roastery, then great Chinese food for lunch. Then we killed some time waiting to check in to the VRBO, and learned a lot of Lindsborg history at Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum. Tisha was our VRBO host and got us checked in a tad early and was so helpful in this last minute booking. We hit White's Foodliner and after supper we all went out to Barnyard Creamery and had a fun and tasty snack there. Saturday morning we hit nearly every single shop downtown. Each of the store owners/clerks were amazingly welcoming and friendly. We shopped and picked up quite a few items downtown. Several of us rented out the bikes, and we took the only grandchild to the Viking Village park and played and played. What a fun park for children. We even hit up the Farmers Market and got jelly. Even the TACOL Thrift Store is amazing! Clean, well-organized and once again welcoming and friendly staff. After supper on Saturday we walked to the snow cone shack (Lindsborg TropicalSno) and spent our evening playing games. Thank you Lindsborg for a much needed weekend for our family to all reconnect after a busy spring."
Check out Akerhuset, one of Lindsborg Vacation Rentals. This and more 5-star lodging choices are found at Visit Lindsborg.
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No matter which option you choose, Lindsborg has many
5-Star Lodging possibilities. Visit Lindsborg today!
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Lindsborg Convention & Visitors Bureau | 104 E Lincoln PO Box 70 | Lindsborg, KS 67456 US
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