Support the Future of Arts & Music in Lawrence!

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The Great Plains Emerging Arts Project is dedicated to enriching our community through the arts. Our flagship event, the Great Plains Art & Music Festival, is more than just a celebration—it’s a platform for artists, musicians, and makers to share their work with the world. Our primary mission is to develop a permanent amphitheater at Sesquicentennial Point Park, ensuring a lasting space for cultural events in Lawrence.

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Our Mission

We exist to:

• Build a state-of-the-art outdoor amphitheater at Sesquicentennial Point Park.

• Support free access to arts and cultural experiences.

• Empower artists, nonprofits, and community organizations with marketing and promotional support.

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Our Current Focus

A key part of our work is ensuring that the Great Plains Art & Music Festival remains accessible to the entire community. Thanks to generous donors, the first half of the festival (11 AM – 4 PM) is completely free, providing:
✔️ Free entry & parking for all daytime attendees.
✔️ A curated artist and handmade vendor fair with diverse food and dessert trucks.
✔️ A stage for local and regional musicians to showcase their original work.
✔️ Event infrastructure, including porta-johns, staff, and security to accommodate large crowds.

As the festival transitions into the evening, ticket sales help fund these efforts, ensuring that we can continue growing and providing a high-quality experience for everyone.

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Why Your Support Matters

Your donation helps us:
🎵 Maintain Free Festival Access – Keeping the first half of the festival open to all, so everyone in our community can enjoy the arts.
🏗️ Build the Amphitheater – Creating a permanent venue with free parking, providing a dedicated space for concerts, performances, and festivals.
🤝 Expand Community Partnerships – Supporting local and regional artists while enhancing public arts infrastructure.

Join Us in Creating a Lasting Legacy

Your support fuels free arts programming and ensures that Lawrence has a dedicated outdoor venue for cultural events. Every donation—big or small—helps bring this vision to life.

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Donate today and be part of something transformative for our community.

Thank you for supporting the arts, the festival, and the future of the Great Plains Amphitheater!

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