February 10, 2024

John Depew, 2022 Kansas Mandolin Champion, doesn't care much for big cities or the TV. Instead, he travels, writes and performs music. Depew plays the mandolin, claw-hammer banjo, bouzouki, and more. Join us for John's "traditional sound with thoughtful lyrics and intriguing musicality."

March 23, 2024

Lichens are symbiotic organisms -and so can be artists and musicians. A symphony of all things. Enjoy a collective journey through science, sonic space, and visual imagery at Volland with artist Sarah Hearn and musical duo Forcefields, Julia Othmer and James T. Lundie!

May 5, 2024

Volland is delighted to welcome Ben Cosgrove, traveling composer/performer, back to Volland to perform for the Friends of Volland. Ben was the first juried resident at Volland in the Spring of 2022.

July 20, 2024

Old-time music and smokin' hot bluegrass: Derrick Doty and Signal Ridge. Bring a picnic, enjoy the beverage truck, homemade ice cream, music, and a summer night at the Volland Ruin! Bring your lawn chair!

August 24, 2024

Classic Western Honky-Tonk comes to the Ruin. Be ready for a boot-stompin' good time. Food truck. Bar truck. Homemade ice cream. Bring your lawn chair.

September 21, 2024

An afternoon and evening devoted to Chinese culture: Chinese history and its relevance to Hong Chun Zhang's exhibit, "Hair of the Dragon," a musical performance on the Chinese Zither, a Chinese classical dance, a Dragon Dance from University of Kansas students, and authentic Chinese food.

October 13, 2024

Western and cowboy tunes, bluegrass music, and rock will be shared by talented musicians from Wabaunsee County. Dust off YOUR instrument and join the jam session following the featured musicians. This will be a fun afternoon - complete with hot dogs by Alma's newest chef, Adam Waechter.