Loving Life Downtown
Living downtown has obvious perks—local shops and restaurants, music venues, art, culture—but those who reside there chose the area for myriad reasons.
Destination Downtown
The economic, cultural and social benefits of the many events held in Downtown Lawrence can’t be understated.
Lawrence In Perspective: Rolling out the Red Carpet
The Lawrence community in 1940 welcomed with open arms legends like John Wayne and Gene Autry at the world premiere of their movie based on Quantrill’s Raid.
What Lies Ahead
The potential to expand and enhance Downtown Lawrence is there, but the ideas and decision-makers must come together to make it happen
Newsmakers 2024Q3
Sigler Pharmacy opens new location in the former Capitol Federal Savings building at 1046 Vermont Street and rebranded it Sigler Medical Arts Pharmacy.
2024Q3: Letter From the Publishers
Downtown Lawrence, Kansas, is the city’s vibrant heart, with Massachusetts Street (Mass Street) at its iconic core. However, the importance of downtown Lawrence extends beyond the confines of Mass Street, being essential to the city’s identity, economic vitality, and, …
Non Profit: Lawrence Restaurant Association
The Lawrence Restaurant Association (LRA) is an assembly of commercial restaurant owners, executive chefs and hospitality industry professionals dedicated to the prosperity of Lawrence and Douglas County, Kansas.
An Expanding Landscape
Businesses in and around Downtown Lawrence have different views about what its boundaries are and should be, but they will continue contributing to its success long into the future.
A Changing of the Times
Historical buildings in Downtown Lawrence have continually been transformed through the years, morphed into whatever the community deemed necessary at that point in time.
Building a Future and the Foundation of History
These historic buildings are rich in history and tradition, each having its own unique tale of the path that led it to where it is today.
Professional Spotlight: Kim Anspach
eXplore Lawrence represents the travel and tourism industry for Lawrence and Douglas County.