Welcome!
We strive to make our community a better place by making arts education and entertainment opportunities available to all citizens of Allen County, Kansas and beyond!
Bowlus seeks new Executive Director
The Bowlus Fine Arts & Cultural Center is seeking an energetic and forward-thinking individual to fill an EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR position opening. The ideal candidate would have experience working in management position in a performing arts center responsible for for multiple aspects of producing theatrical and concert event. A background in arts education is a plus. APPLY HERE.
Arts Education
This year, make a resolution to support the arts. The arts are a critical part of learning not only for our youth, but as adults, giving meaning to our lives by reflecting and interpreting society. Get involved.
New Fine Arts Plaza
The Friends of the Bowlus have been hard at work on their latest and most significant project to date -- a new east entrance addition and Fine Arts Plaza.
Check out the progress on this great new space and learn what you can do to help with the finishing touches. Learn more.
IMS/IHS BAND CONCERT
The Iola Middle School and Iola High School bands kick-off our holiday concert season with a 2-part program in the Bowlus Auditorium.
The Iola Middle School program starts at 6:00 p.m. with the 6th-8th grade concert bands and jazz band. The kids will take a few minutes to re-set and the Iola High School program will start at 7:30 p.m.
Front doors and the west ramp entrance will open at 5:30 p.m. This is a FREE event and is open to the public; no tickets required.
Final Journey
Resurrection: A Journey Tribute is the FINAL show of the 2017-2018 season. Balcony seats still available - don't miss out on this one! Purchase Tickets.
Extra! Extra!
The Friends of the Bowlus quarterly newsletters are now available online! Read all about it!
