The Shawnee Indian Mission is proud to partner once again with the Johnson County Young Matrons (JCYM), whose creativity, energy, and commitment continue to bring…
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There are likely thousands of books which are dedicated to the subject of Native Americans. Some are historical in nature, while others may be focused…
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Charles Journeycake (Ne-sha-pa-na-cumin) Part I: Chief, Evangelist, Delaware, Baptist We try to forget these things, but we would not forget that the white man brought…
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The Marais de Cygne River normally flows quietly across Franklin County, Kansas, before joining the Osage River in Eastern Missouri. But not June 26, 1845.…
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Fall Festival Volunteers -- there is a role for everyone! Check out this video -- it showcases the tradition, energy and community comraderie the Fall…
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Pictured above: John Roe, 1823-1920 Many of us are familiar with the names Roe Boulevard, Roeland Park. Roe Highlands, and Roe Manor Heights. They are…
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Íⁿ’zhúje’waxóbe is a red Sioux quartzite, native to eastern South Dakota and southwestern Minnesota, that was deposited in Kansas by glaciers. Geologists have said that…
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The Shawnee Indian Mission was part of the inspiration behind the newest club/activity at the Barstow School. Student leader, Betsi Waldeck, realized that she and…
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Pictured above: Silverheel house By James Lee Shawnee Tribal Member and Silverheel Descendant One of the head men of the Shawnee Tribe in Kansas during…
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Pictured above: Spring 2024 Master Gardeners volunteer group This amazing group of volunteers meets at the Mission every Wednesday morning! In June, they finished harvesting…
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