Under a Paper Moon

414 26th Street,Wilson KS 67490

22 July, 2023

Description

On July 22-23, Humanities Kansas transforms the historic Midland Railroad Hotel in Wilson into Hotel Humanities, a one-of-a-kind immersive weekend experience to celebrate the humanities. Inspired by the 50th anniversary of the movie Paper Moon, filmed at the Midland and other Kansas locations, we’ve booked the entire hotel to explore visions our state – past, present, and future – through art, history, literature, poetry, and song. It’s the movement of ideas in action. The paper moon was a popular backdrop for pop-up photographers at county fairs and carnivals early last century. A “man in the moon” carefully constructed out of paper and set against a sky full of stars became a perfect backdrop for Kansans familiar with open skies and starry nights. But the chance to be in the sky yourself? It’s an illusion; a vision filled with excitement, dreams, and wonder. Over the weekend we’ll engage with stories about outsider art and cultural traditions, new voices and past stories. And we’ll take our vision of Kansas “to the stars” and back again. Humanities facilitators will be announced in early 2023. A ONE-OF-A-KIND EXPERIENCE The event begins at 12:30 on Saturday, July 22 in Lucas with guided tours through the Lucas Arts Triangle. In mid-afternoon, we move to the Midland Hotel in Wilson. The weekend ends at noon on Sunday, July 23. The fully renovated 20th century limestone hotel has 21 guest rooms, historic charm, and modern amenities. RESERVE YOUR PLACE $1,500 is the all-inclusive rate for two adults and includes one room and a night’s stay in the heart of Kansas, tickets to the Lucas Triangle of grassroots art sites, four lively educational humanities discussion sessions, dinner and drinks at the Kansas Libations Club, plus brunch and unexpected surprises. The all-inclusive rate for single guests is $1,000. Full payment is due at the time of your reservation. Group rates are also available. The ticket rate includes good and services in the amount of $1,000 for a double occupancy room and $500 for a single occupancy room.