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Red Hat Tour

— Three-hour Tour —

9:00 AM
Hutchinson Art Center
405 North Washington


This center is unique in that it strives to be both a fine art museum and commercial gallery. The Center is host to exhibits from all over the country and sells original works of art from regional artists.
Hours: Tues.- Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat.& Sun. 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 620-663-1081
Free Admission

Approximately 30 minutes

9:40 AM
Historic Fox TheatreHutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre
18 East First


Prepare to visit the glory days of entertainment the moment you enter this 74-year old, art deco theatre. Restored to its original 1931 grandeur, the Fox greets you with one of the few surviving original neon marquees in the country and surrounds you in splendor. For details about facility rental, tours, current performance schedules and ticket information, call 620-663-5861. Small fee charged for tours.

Approximately 45 minutes

10:30 AM
Bear Blessings and Cottonwood Quilts
111 North Main and 125 North Main


At Bear Blessings , you will find hidden treasures, vintage collectibles, retrieved antiques and occasional homemade cookies!
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

At Cottonwood Quilts , a quilter will find all that they could wish for and more! They stock hundreds of different fabrics, quilting tools and other items.
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Approximately 45 minutes

11:30 AM
Allie's Deli & Coffee Shoppe
101 North Main


Enjoy a delicious lunch at Allie's Deli & Coffee Shoppe, a local favorite! You will be able to choose from a selection of soups, salads, sandwiches and awesome desserts, as well as a variety of coffees. This is the perfect atmosphere to show off your Red Hat finery!
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m. -3 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Approximately 45 minutes


— All Day Tour —

9:00 AM
Hutchinson Art Center
405 North Washington


This art center is unique in that it strives to be both a fine art museum and commercial gallery. The Center is host to exhibits from all over the country and sells original works of art from regional artists. To schedule a tour or for more information, call 620-663-1081.
Hours: Tues-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat & Sun 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
Free Admission

Approximately 30 minutes

9:45 AM
Reno County Museum
100 South Walnut


The Reno County Museum features four rotating exhibit galleries that display the county's rich history and heritage from the early pioneers to present day. Be sure to enjoy the museum's grounds, which feature a claim house, outhouse, windmill, 1902 switch engine, and a 1954 caboose to offer further glimpses into the past. For a guided tour, call 620-662-1184.
Free Admission
Hours: Tues-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Approximately 1 hour

11:00 AM
Bear Blessings and Cottonwood Quilts
111 North Main and 125 North Main


At Bear Blessings , you will find hidden treasures, vintage collectibles, retrieved antiques and occasional homemade cookies!
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

At Cottonwood Quilts , a quilter will find all that they could wish for and more! They stock hundreds of different fabrics, quilting tools and other items.
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Approximately 45 minutes

11:50 AM
Allie's Deli & Coffee Shoppe
101 North Main


Enjoy a delicious lunch at Allie's Deli & Coffee Shoppe, a local favorite! You will be able to choose from a selection of soups, salads, sandwiches, awesome desserts and a variety of coffees. This is the perfect atmosphere to show off your Red Hat finery!
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7am - 3pm, Sat. 9am - 2pm

Approximately 1 hour

1:00 PM
Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre
18 East First


Prepare to visit the glory days of entertainment the moment you enter this 74-year old art deco theatre. Restored to its original 1931 grandeur, the Fox greets you with one of the few surviving original neon marquees in the country and surrounds you in splendor. For details about facility rental, tours, current performance schedules and ticket information, call 620-663-5861. There is a nominal fee charged for tours.

Approximately 45 minutes

1:50 PM
Antique District
Main Street from 4th Avenue
to Avenue F


You are invited to take a trip back in time and glimpse into the past as you wander through the stores featuring quality antiques and collectibles. There are 14 stores FULL of quality antiques and collectibles in one of the great 'antique miles' in the Midwest , all located in the new Downtown Hutchinson shopping area. Two favorites you won't want to miss in this area are Armstrong's Antiques,121 South Main, specializing in quality furniture and lighting, and Smith's Market, 211 South Main, where you will find an array of "Kansas Made" products as well as fresh fruit and veggies.

Approximately 1 hr, 15 minutes

3:10 PM
Fraese Drug Soda Fountain
100 North Main


Enjoy an afternoon break at Hutchinson's old-fashioned soda fountain...a long-time favorite of the locals!
Hours: Mon-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.

Approximately 20 minutes

3:30 PM
Painted Garden Bed & Breakfast
408 East First

Innkeepers Clair & Sharon Mattas invite you to tour their lovingly restored Greek Revival home, which features a circular porch framed by stately columns. You will be delighted with the one-of-a kind décor in the Painted Garden Bed & Breakfast. Call 620-665-6100 to arrange your tour or to spend the night.

Approximately 30 minutes

4:15 PM
Hutchinson Mall

Finish your "Red Hat" day in Hutchinson by shopping at the Hutchinson Mall. Anchored by Sears, J C Penney, and Dillards, there is a variety of stores that will have something for everyone.
Hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun Noon-6 p.m.

Approximately 1 hour

For more information: E-mail valerieh@hutchchamber.com      Phone: (620) 662-3391
P.O. Box 519 / 117 North Walnut, Hutchinson, Kansas 67504-0519

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