Welcome to Honors Takes Old Town. This self-guided tour is designed to introduce you to Old Town Wichita and other Honors students. Over the next three and three quater years, these are the people you will be in class with, attend events wi... Read more
Now home to Heartland Bicycle and First Gear Running Company, the building at 111 Mosley was originally the Lampl Produce Building. Construction began in 1907 on this 2-story brick warehouse and was completed in 1908. The size, materials, a... Read more
The Arcade contains a collection of 75+ arcade games from the 80s and 90s as well as a wall of new and retro pin ball machines. There is a cover charge but after that all games are on free play - play as much as you want! Pin ball games ar... Read more
The Union Station is directly across the street, note the photo of a postcard showing the interior. The Great Plains Transportation Museum is on your right.
Every person in ICT should experience the Old Mill Tasty Shop at least one time. A Wichita tradition since 1932, the Old Mill Tasty Shop is like stepping foot onto a movie set. The soda is made the old fashioned way, syrup and soda mixed in... Read more
Over the past decade or so more than 120 murals have sprung up across ICT. Keep an eye out as you drive around town! Please take a moment to appreciate the talent and work involved as well as to think about how art enhances the experience a... Read more
Many events are held in Naftzger Park since its redesign was completed in March 2020. At a glance its open space, 3-dimensional sign, and businesses ringing it seems like a logical and natural choice for the space - uncontroversial. However... Read more
From their website: "Old Town Architectural Salvage offers a vast selection of architectural antique gems, home decor, collectibles, and more." This is one of those hanging out in Old Town with friends, I need a cheap date points of interes... Read more
The current site of the Looney Bin, comeby club, was a carriage business in 1910 owned by W.H. Gaiser which was later named W.H. Gaiser Automobile Works as the car replaced horsedrawn carriages.
Started by a WSU alumn, Cocoa Dolce offers unique, hand-crafted chocolates in a surprising array of choices. Gelato and coffee are also a great reason to stop in on an Old Town day out.
Note: This is as close as we will get on our tour to the historically Black-owned business district in Wichita. Due to segregation, Black businesses were located in the area of Main and Central, northwest of here. The Kansas African Americ... Read more
Lucinda's is full of unique beautiful offerings and amusing gifts. It is open until 11 pm on the weekends, making it a great place to browse after a movie at the Warren or as an addition to enjoying the square. You and your friends can gig... Read more
CityArts offers classes in digital arts, photography, fiber, silversmithing, glass fusing, glass blowing, painting, pottery, and drawing. You don't need to limit yourself to exploring fine arts through classes at WSU. Open to the entire... Read more
“Latin Fest ICT”, is a unique, cultural festival, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic/Latinx people have been a part of Wichita since the cattle drives of the 1870s. The first substantial community developed with the arrival o... Read more
Thank you for taking the time to explore Old Town. We hope Old Town ICT brings some off-campus fun and culture to your time at WSU. The square is a great place to come on a Saturday evening, especially for a cheap date. The Warren offers a ... Read more
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