A Place for Art and Community
Artists, poets, writers, scientists, musicians, motorcycles, food, and YOU – make The Volland Store come alive. The energy that fills the place today is due to the interest, enthusiasm, and financial support of those who understand the importance of its heritage and its current place in the culture of the Flint Hills. More
Classic little gifts: Honey (thoughtful), jelly (sweet), books (smart) and cards (pretty). Just right for everyone on your list. More
A selection of extraordinary vintage bikes curated by Tom Strongman. Food. Music. Fun. Four scenic routes to Volland. Ride your bike and display it on the lawn! More
Your Christmas gift from The Volland Store! The JuBELLation Bell Choir from St. John’s Lutheran Church in Alma will perform a holiday concert at 2pm. Christmas cookies and cider. More
The first in a series of poetry events at Volland. Sandra Beasley and Traci Brimhall will read, followed by an Open Mic. All poets are welcome! More
“Turning into a ‘hooker’ about the age of sixty has been one of the most gratifying things I have ever done.” More
This study of tornado sirens was made by Lily Brooks during repeated visits to Wabaunsee County and central Kansas between 2016 and 2017. They will be exhibited alongside Brooks’ long-term project We Have to Count the Clouds. More
Featured speakers Cynthia Barnett and Jeff Davidson will tell the story of Water – in Kansas and around the world. More
Hookers Show and Tell. All “hookers” and collectors are invited for an afternoon of showing, telling, and visiting. More
Everyone talks about the weather. An artist, a poet, scientists, authors, and a watershed specialist will approach weather from different points of view in a series of “weather events.” Join your friends at Volland to talk about the weather. More
The second in a series of poetry events at Volland is focused on Kansas weather. Not only is our weather some of the most dramatic in the world, but our relationship to weather shapes how we see ourselves. More
What will the changing climate mean for the Flint Hills? The tallgrass? How will it affect the lives and livelihoods of FlintHills ranchers? More
