About Place of Peace

Local De Soto Artist Jim Walker will have his photos included in this show.

Place of Peace shines a light on the veteran experience. Transitioning to civilian life can be a difficult journey, often marked by depression, anxiety, and the sudden loss of structure and support. This exhibit gives voice to those experiences through art.

Featuring the work of several military veterans, the show celebrates the unique journeys of each artist. Their work spans a wide range of media—from wood sculptures and found-object art to painting, photography, colored pencil, and drawing.

Some participating artists have years of experience, while others are just beginning to explore their creative voices. Regardless of experience, each piece offers a window into the artist’s perspective and story.

The Place of Peace Veterans Art Exhibit was created by the Arts Council of Johnson County.

Visit the City Hall Art Gallery to learn more about the artists and experience their powerful work firsthand.

MORE INFO: https://www.lenexa.com/City-Calendar/2026/Art-Exhibits/2026-10-27-Art-Exhibit-Place-of-Peace

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Over 100 Quilts on display!
Guild Garage Sale & Vendors
Viewer’s choice judging to pick your favorite quilt!
More info: Facebook - Eudora Quilt Guild

Featured Artist: Sue Cunningham
Admission $10 (Kids under 16 FREE)

Sept. 11-12, 10AM-5PM

Crown Toyota Building
3430 Iowa St.
Lawrence KS

Over 100 Quilts on display!
Guild Garage Sale & Vendors
Viewer’s choice judging to pick your favorite quilt!
More info: Facebook - Eudora Quilt Guild

Featured Artist: Sue Cunningham
Admission $10 (Kids under 16 FREE)

Sept. 11-12, 10AM-5PM

Crown Toyota Building
3430 Iowa St.
Lawrence KS

For more than a century, the City Hall building has been part of De Soto's story.

Originally opened as De Soto High School in 1918, it has since served generations of students, residents, elected officials, and City staff. Following the completion of recent renovations, we're opening the doors and inviting the community back inside.

Whether you attended school here, have visited City Hall countless times, or have simply wondered what the building looks like inside, we'd love to welcome you to our City Hall Open House “back-to-school night!”

Local Artist Maureen Fieleke of Mo Paint Please will debut her oil painting of downtown De Soto at the reception.

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, August 26th

• Time: 5pm–7pm

• Location: De Soto City Hall, 32905 W. 84th Street

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for this popular art class for homeschoolers! Diana Zwhalen, a retired art teacher, uses her warm personality and decades of experience to bring joy to the process of creating art! She's great at choosing projects that work for a wide variety of skill levels, PLUS she knows the kinds of art kids love to do.

In this class - Topic TBA:

• TBA

Dates: Aug. 18 & 19

Times: 9 - 11 AM

Cost: $25.00 per student

Ages: 7 to 14

To Sign Up: Please register via the De Soto Parks and Rec page. The following link includes all upcoming classes. https://www.desotoks.us/407/Programs-Activities

Location:

Each class takes place in the De Soto Arts Council Room inside City Hall. If you come in the doors near the gym on 84th St (NOT the doors that lead to the city administration offices, but the gym doors just east of those), follow the signs on the wall to find the DAC room. It's near/past the Jazzercise room.

FREE CLASS

All skill levels
FREE
Wine provided, and maybe some treats!
Where: The Arts Council Room, downstairs in City Hall, in the same hall as Jazzercise

Blind Contour drawing is a simple, fun art form that ANYONE can enjoy! Grab a friend and learn a new skill!

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

(At the time of this posting, we’re unsure when construction will end. Please feel free to contact us for updated location info.)

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.

Join us for our monthly Arts Council meeting! Location is in the Arts Council room in the lower level of De Soto City Hall , City Hall SENIOR CENTER (temporary location during the construction) 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto, KS 66018. Members AND non-members welcome.