February 13 & 21, 2016

Stone Arched Cellars are the focal point of the current exhibit "The Spirit of Place: Rooted in the Flint Hills". Join photographer Tom Parish on a tour of area cellars, and enjoy his interpretation of these hidden treasures.

March 5, 2016

Chef Alli will make a special appearance at The Volland Store on the evening of Saturday, March 5. Chef Alli and local ranchers will talk about where our food comes from and how it is produced - from farm to table. Join us for an evening of tasty food and an opportunity to preview the exhibit.

March 12, 2016

Acclaimed Documentary Film Producer Dave Kendall will present a preview of the  “Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve: A Flint Hills Love Story.” Kendall is producing a film to celebrate the 20th anniversary of...

March 13, 2016

"Ranchers are great story-tellers; suburban folks are searching for a ‘story’ about everything they purchase right now." - Matt Perrier. Three Kansas Ranchers will lead a lively conversation and answer your questions about where your food comes from and what their lives are like.

May 28, 2016

Be inspired by art on paper, and create your own work at a Wax Paper Workshop with Chloe Schempf. Chloe will share new and innovative ways to transform simple materials into layers of color and opacity that build beautiful abstract collages.

July 9, 2016

Join Wabaunsee County Historian, Greg Hoots, for a video and photo presentation detailing the compelling life and history of The Volland Store. Free Admission| RSVP appreciated

July 16, 2016

Join Native American Tribal Members and Flint Hills Cowboys as they discuss the realities of their cultures today. This will be a remarkable afternoon.

September 17, 2016

Artist Susan White will demonstrate the process she uses to create a sculpture from the thorns of a honey locust tree, one of the most reviled trees in the Flint Hills. Attendees are invited to bring a thorn for Susan to use in the process of making the artwork.

September 18, 2016

Carol Blocksome, Research Professor at Kansas State University will speak about invasive species prevalent in the Flint Hills, their impacts on land management, and the latest research on methods of control.

October 15, 2016

This annual bicycle ride will take you on an adventurous ride through the Kansas Flint Hills.  This year, riders will pick their own route, over gravel roads, on pavement, or a mix of both.  Registration begins at 7:30am at the Alta Vista City Park, the ride starts at 8am.

October 22, 2016

A One-Day Motorcycle Show. Bring your favorite bike and spend an autumn afternoon at Volland.

October 22, 2016

Ride the Flint Hills! In October 1914, Otto Kratzer and a friend left Volland on Indian bikes to travel through the West. You are invited to celebrate that spirit of adventure on Saturday, October 22, 2016. Ride the Flint Hills from Pioneer Bluffs to Volland.

October 29 & 30, 2016

Stone Arched Cellars were featured in the exhibit "The Spirit of Place: Rooted in the Flint Hills." Strong interest in the tours continues, and The Volland Store has added several Fall tours to provide an opportunity for others to see the cellars in person. Plan to join us!

November 10 & 12, 2016

The World's Fastest Indian, starring Anthony Hopkins. A classic. Dinner suggestions in Alma before the movie.