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Friends of Konza Prairie (FOKP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the support of the Konza Prairie environmental education program.

2026 Fall Bison & Bluestem Newsletter: https://keep.konza.k-state.edu/fokp/newsletter.html

Friends of Konza Prairie (FOKP) is a nonprofit organization that supports the Konza Prairie Biological Station and the Konza Environmental Education Program. Friends of Konza Prairie:
-Supports the Konza Environmental Education Program (KEEP) which introduces K-12 students to ecology and beauty of the tallgrass prairie. The program also connects students to this amazing ecosystem and introduces them to the science and research of the Konza Prairie Biological Station.
-Supports the work and activities of the Konza Prairie Biological Station, including the Konza Prairie Nature Trail.
-Sponsors special events at Konza Prairie throughout the year, such as:
-Soup and Song in January
-Wildflower Walk on Butterfly Hill in June
-Bison Barbecue and Bison Loop Tour in September
-Visions of the Flint Hills art show at the Buttonwood Art Space,
Kansas City, MO in October/November

FOKP - https://keep.konza.k-state.edu/fokp
KEEP - https://keep.konza.k-state.edu/
KPBS - https://kpbs.konza.k-state.edu/
Konza Nature Trail - https://kpbs.konza.k-state.edu/trails

11/07/2026

We are so grateful to have known Dr. Dave Hodgson. His bright light will continue to shine✨

11/05/2026

A visit to Manhattan isn't complete without a visit to the Konza Prairie Nature Trail! 🍎🦬

11/04/2026

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10/29/2026

This year's show is such an impressive display of artistry! Check out the award-winning pieces as well as all of the other artwork still available for purchase: https://buttonwoodartspace.com/show/2026-visions-of-the-flint-hills-9-28-26

10/24/2026

Thank you, Teresa Grove!! 💛

10/22/2026

REMINDER: The Visions of the Flint Hills Art Benefit is open until December 9!
👀 If you haven't yet, make sure you take a look at all of the pieces still available for purchase: https://buttonwoodartspace.com/show/2026-visions-of-the-flint-hills-9-28-26

Your purchase is split 50/50 between the artist and as a donation to Friends of Konza Prairie! 🦬🎨
A piece of unique, Flint Hills - inspired artwork is a wonderful gift for the holidays 🎁⛄ You'll also be giving the gift of prairie experiences and education to local students through your donation to FOKP!

After 4 weeks, 35+ of the 161 pieces have been purchased 👏

Here are 4 of the 100+ pieces of artwork still available for purchase:

QUIET TWILIGHT -- Artist: Elnora Nokes Size: 30" x 30" Medium: Mixed Media

STOPPED IN MY TRACKS -- Artist: Jill Haukos Size: 28" x 12" Medium: Photography

THE FARMSTEAD -- Artist: Jean Terry Size: 18" x 12" Medium: Pastel

STEWARDS OF THE FLINT HILLS -- Artist: Connie Cramer Creek Size: 30" x 29" Medium: Oil

If you don't live nearby, Buttonwood Art Space will ship your purchase to you!

Thanks for hosting us, Buttonwood Financial Group, LLC! 💛🙌

10/11/2026

The Visions of the Flint Hills Art Benefit features art inspired by our beloved landscape. Don't miss your opportunity to purchase a piece of beautiful, unique artwork that supports local artists and Friends of Konza Prairie! 🦬🎨

After 2 weeks, over 30 pieces have been purchased!

Here are 4 of the 100+ pieces of artwork still available for purchase:

THE LIGHT SIDE OF THUNDER -- Artist: Cristine Sundquist Size: 36" x 24" Medium: Oil

DARK AUGUST SKY -- Artist: John Morrison Size: 24" x 16" Medium: Photography

BENEATH THE PRAIRIE -- Artist: Leslie Campbell Size: 12" x 24" Medium: Fiber, Jewellry/Wearable

BUG'S VIEW OF KONZA PRAIRIE -- Artist: Erlene E C Flowers Size: 24" x 36" Medium: Acrylic

Artwork available to view and purchase: https://buttonwoodartspace.com/show/2026-visions-of-the-flint-hills-9-28-26.

If you don't live nearby, Buttonwood Art Space will ship your purchase to you!

Thanks for hosting us, Buttonwood Financial Group, LLC ! 💛

10/05/2026

🌾🎨 A huge thank you to all of the sponsors who make Visions of the Flint Hills possible!

We are incredibly grateful for the support of our sponsors. Without them, this celebration of Flint Hills-inspired art wouldn't be possible! Sponsors listed in the comments.

Friday night’s Opening Reception at Buttonwood Art Space was a wonderful start to this year’s show, with more than 30 pieces of artwork purchased! Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the artists, the Flint Hills, and Friends of Konza Prairie. 💛

There is still plenty of incredible artwork available! These Flint Hills-inspired artworks make the perfect gift for the holidays, even if the gift is for yourself 🎁

🎨 Browse and purchase artwork online until December 9th: https://buttonwoodartspace.com/show/2026-visions-of-the-flint-hills-9-28-26

Or experience the artwork in person at Buttonwood Art Space in Kansas City, Monday–Friday from 8 a.m.–5 p.m until December 9th.

Every purchase is split 50/50 between the artist and Friends of Konza Prairie. We’re so thankful to our sponsors, artists, Buttonwood Financial Group, LLC, and everyone who supports this special celebration of the Flint Hills! 🌾

10/03/2026

We had a wonderful First Friday opening reception for the Visions of the Flint Hills benefit art show! We saw lots of old friends and made many new ones, too!

Huge thanks go out to:

Our Buttonwood friends:
- Jon and Wendy McGraw
- Kristy Weiland, Audrey Lane, Brandeis Outlaw and Alex Hamil

Our Judge:
Christine Sundquist

Our Honorary Chairs:
Lowell and Stacy Kohlmeier

Our FOKP crew:
- Susan Religa
- Jill Haukos
- Amber Myers
- Jessy Wilkes
- Alicia Firstbrook-Stott
- Shawn White

ALL of the artists who submitted works - we’re in awe of your vision and talent!

And most especially:
ALL of the patrons of the arts that see the beauty of the Flint Hills and likewise wish to support the good work of the Friends of Konza Prairie and the Konza Environmental Education Program.

Please continue to view and purchase art from this show - we need your support!

Thank You!

Address

Manhattan, KS

Telephone

+17855870381

Website

https://www.facebook.com/KonzaEnvironmentalEd, https://www.facebook.com/KonzaNatureTrail, https://keep.konza.k-state.edu

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