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Spring Highlights & Summer Sneak Peeks at the LMC

The Lowell Milken Center is located at the corner of First and Wall Streets.

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May 6, 2025

Vol. 4

Spring Highlights & Summer Sneak Peeks

at the LMC

Featured Spotlight: New Digital Wall

Our museum just got an upgrade!
We’re excited to unveil our new interactive digital wall showcasing powerful student artwork from the ARTEFFECT competition. This ever-growing gallery gives visitors a closer look at the inspiring stories and creative projects shared by students nationwide. The display has quickly become a favorite among guests, offering a dynamic and engaging way to experience the creativity, research, and impact behind these exceptional student projects.

Come see it for yourself!

Anne Frank Exhibit Coming to Fort Scott This June

The Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes is honored to announce the arrival of a powerful international traveling exhibit, Anne Frank: A History for Today, coming to Fort Scott this June.

This impactful exhibit, presented in partnership with the Anne Frank Center—official partner of the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam for the United States and Canada—offers visitors a rare and meaningful opportunity to learn more about Anne Frank, her family, and their courageous actions during one of history’s darkest periods.

Through historical photos, powerful stories, and visuals of the actual Anne Frank House, visitors will be immersed in the life of a young girl whose words and resilience have touched millions around the world.

The Center is especially proud to share that this exhibit was made possible through the efforts of Megan Helberg, a 2021 Lowell Milken Center Fellow and the current Program Coordinator for the Anne Frank Center. Her connection to both organizations helped bring this significant educational opportunity to Fort Scott.

“We are proud to be the featured location for this meaningful exhibit,” said Norm Conard, Executive Director of the Lowell Milken Center. “Anne Frank’s story remains as relevant today as ever—reminding us of the dangers of prejudice and the strength of hope.”

The exhibit will be displayed from June 2nd through June 26th at the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes at 1 South Main Street in Fort Scott. The museum is open Monday through Friday from10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Center is closed on Sundays. Admission is free, and all are welcome.

For more information, visit www.lowellmilkencenter.org or follow the Lowell Milken Center on social media.

2025 Discovery Award – Deadline: July 1, 2025

The 2025 Discovery Award competition is now open to students in grades 4–12! This unique opportunity invites students to research and celebrate Unsung Heroes who have made a lasting impact on history.

Through Project-Based Learning, students build essential skills in research, critical thinking, and creativity while creating original documentaries, websites, or performances. Entries may be submitted individually or in teams of up to five students. Cash prizes are awarded to both students and teachers!

This competition is more than a contest—it’s a chance to inspire change and bring untold stories to life.

Learn more
Questions? Call 620-223-1312 or email nconard@lowellmilkencenter.org

Honoring Unsung Heroes Through Art

We were honored to welcome 2015 LMC Fellow and 2005 Milken Educator Shelley Self, along with her talented art students from Coweta High School in Oklahoma. Among the group was Alyssa Knapper, whose powerful artwork Jar of the Known Truth, honoring Unsung Hero Irena Sendler, earned a 2024 Certificate of Excellence in the ARTEFFECT Competition.

We also commend the three additional Coweta students who have submitted entries for this year’s competition. We can’t wait to see their creative work!

Thank you, Shelley, for your ongoing commitment to honoring Unsung Heroes and empowering students through the arts and storytelling.

LMC Hosts Kickoff Event for Kansas LEADs Conference

On April 25, the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes was proud to serve as the kickoff venue for the Kansas LEADs (Linking Educators Across Districts) conference, held in Pittsburg, Kansas. We welcomed educators from across the state and shared how LMC supports teachers and students worldwide through Project-Based Learning and Unsung Hero projects.

Special thanks to LMC Fellows Dyane Smokorowski (’14), Carly Bowden (’21), and Jennifer Farr (’23) for organizing this powerful conference and leading impactful breakout sessions. We’re honored to be part of a community that is passionate about empowering educators and inspiring change.

Gratitude from Gracious Visitors

We were touched to receive this thoughtful note from Collyn and Phyllis following their recent visit to the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes. Their kind words and desire to support our mission mean the world to us.

Visitors like this remind us that the impact of Unsung Hero stories extends far beyond the classroom. Thank you for spending time with us, for your encouragement, and for believing in the power of education to spark change.

Welcoming the 2025 LMC Fellows to Fort Scott

Beginning June 16, we are excited to welcome the 2025 class of LMC Fellows to the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes. These outstanding educators, recognized nationally and internationally for their excellence in teaching, represent both the United States and Canada.

The LMC Fellowship offers a week of immersive professional development focused on Project-Based Learning and the power of Unsung Hero stories to transform classrooms and communities. We’re honored to work alongside these dedicated changemakers and look forward to introducing them to you.

Stay tuned—we’ll share more about each of our 2025 Fellows in our next newsletter!

Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week

This week—and every week—we honor the incredible educators who inspire, uplift, and empower students every day. At the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes, we’re proud to work alongside teachers who bring Unsung Hero stories to life in classrooms around the world.

Thank you for your dedication, creativity, and unwavering belief in your students. Your impact reaches far beyond the walls of your classroom.

Book Your Group Tours NOW for Spring & Summer!

There’s still time to schedule your group’s visit to the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes! Whether you’re part of a school group, senior citizen group, community organization, book club, or just a group of friends, we welcome you to dive into the inspiring stories of history’s Unsung Heroes.

Visitors are raving:

“Truly inspiring—an experience that will change you.”

“A powerful reminder that one person can change the world.”

“Our students left ready to make a difference.”

Tours are tailored to your group’s interests and ages, offering an engaging, thought-provoking experience. Don’t miss the chance to explore the lives of remarkable individuals who made a difference in history.

Dates are filling up fast—secure your spot today!

Email us to schedule a group tour
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