Stauth Memorial Museum

Suited for Space
2015-07-19 - 2015-11-01 | Stauth Memorial Museum, 111 N. Aztec, Montezuma, KS, 67867, United States
Organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibit Service (SITES)
The history of this country is one of perilous voyages and uncharted territory, but few journeys have captured the imagination and hearts of the public as the race into space. It was seemingly unattainable, but American ingenuity, innovation, and determination made the impossible possible. And it is that ingenuity and innovation that is explored and celebrated in the SITES exhibit Suited for Space.
Through rare and original photography, including unique, new x-ray images of the interiors of the spacesuits, the exhibit reveals how the modern technological marvel that is the spacesuit enables astronauts to live and work in space. This exhibit reveals the remarkable creativity and determination of the extraordinary few who ventured into space, but it highlights and showcases the brilliant ingenuity of the hundreds more who worked tirelessly—and often anonymously—to get them there.
In May 1961, when President Kennedy made the promise that America would put a man on the moon within a decade, the ability to fulfill that promise existed only in theory. The spacesuit was a critical piece of engineering that allowed Neil Armstrong to step onto another world and survive in the hostile environment of outer space. The Apollo spacesuit he wore evolved from the groundbreaking advances of the Gemini and Mercury mission suits, facilitating movement and dexterity in small spaces, remaining pressurized in zero gravity, and providing essential oxygen, heating, and cooling in as efficient a manner as possible. Suited for Space is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) and the Smithsonian’s National Air & Space Museum. The national exhibition tour is generously supported by DuPont.

Western Kansas Art "Hang-In" 2015
2015-06-21 - 2015-07-12
This exhibit is designed to give the many talented artists in Western Kansas a showcase to exhibit their work. Student, amateur and professional artists will display beautiful 2 and 3 dimensional art including paintings, drawings, woodcarving, metal arts, mixed media, sculpture, photography, ceramics, textiles, drawings and more! This is not a juried (judged) art exhibit, but just a fun way to showcase the many talented people in western Kansas. Come see the talent western Kansas has to be proud of and vote for your favorite piece. Art will be displayed from artists from many western Kansas communities. Please contact Museum Staff to get your name on the mailing list if YOU are interested in participating in this exciting exhibit. The show will be on display from June 21st to July 12th.

Test: Bridge Club meeting
2015-04-15 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Weekly bridge club meeting

50 Greatest Photographs from National Geographic
2015-03-22 - 2015-06-14
50 Greatest Photographs of National Geographic showcases some of National Geographic’s most compelling photographs. From Steve McCurry’s unforgettable Afghan girl to Nick Nichols’ iconic image of Jane Goodall and chimpanzee to Thomas Abercrombie’s never-before-seen view of Mecca, the exhibition includes some of National Geographic magazine’s most-remembered and celebrated photographs from its more-than-120-year history. In addition to seeing the photographs as they appeared in the magazine, visitors to the exhibition will learn the stories behind the photos and more about the photographers themselves. For some images, visitors will be able to see the “near frames” taken by the photographer: the sequence of images made in the field before and after the perfect shot. The exhibition is based on the popular iPad app released by National Geographic in 2011 and featured by iTunes as an iPad “App of the Week.” Devices featuring the app will be available in the gallery for visitors to experience. Exhibit on tour through National Geographic Traveling Exhibit Service.
