Osher - Special Events

Special Events

Courses & Events

Osher Membership Fee

A required individual Osher membership fee of just $25 will be collected during the fall semester each year to grant participation in the Osher offerings for the next 12 months. Your paid membership allows you to attend Osher courses and special events. Membership in Osher helps to keep the cost of classes affordable for all. We're excited to nurture your ongoing quest to learn as you engage with and contribute greatly to the world around you.

July 6, 2026 to June 30, 2027

Archivist for a Day

Ever wonder what it takes to be an archivist? Participants will hear from archives staff about their job duties, learn the steps of fulfilling a reference request and how a collection is processed, and perform hands-on research with Senator Bob Dole's congressional manuscript boxes. Also, explore behind the scenes in the archival stacks and a guided tour of the museum gallery at the Dole Institute of Politics. Limited to 20 participants. Lunch will be provided.

Friday, November 6, 2026, Dole Institute of Politics

Crimson & Blue Day Mini College

Go 'back to school' at KU! Crimson & Blue Day is a special day for prospective KU students to experience a day in the life of a Jayhawk, and this year, Osher students are invited to join in the grand tradition. You'll choose your own schedule from six different classes and will learn alongside future KU undergraduate students and their parents. All classes will be taught by current faculty from the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and will be presented on the main campus. You'll park at the St. Andrews Office Facility for free and ride the bus to and from campus. Lunch will be on your own at the DeBruce Center Food Court, a short, three-minute walk from the Burge Union. Class descriptions and schedule can be found online at osher.ku.edu. Includes three one-hour class sessions, transportation to and from campus, and a special Crimson & Blue Day surprise.

This course contains no sessions

Kansas City Sites and Christmas Lights Bus Tour

Start the holiday season with Osher and a trip to some of Kansas City's crown jewels! The day will start with a special docent-led tour of the National WWI Museum and Memorial, located in Crown Center. After the museum, you will enjoy authentic Kansas City barbecue in a private dining room at Jack's Stack in the Freight House for lunch. After lunch, we will tour the Kansas City Museum in the historic Corinthian Hall and learn about local history before enjoying refreshments at the museum's soda fountain. We will end the day with a drive through some of Kansas City's beautiful holiday light displays, including the world-famous Plaza Lights. Limited to 50 participants.Includes executive coach transportation, admission to all sites, docent-led tour of the National WWI Museum, tour of the Museum of Kansas City, premium barbecue lunch at Jack Stack's Freight House, bus tour of the Plaza Lights and surprise guests.

Friday, December 11, 2026

Mariachi Herencia de México: "A Mariachi Christmas"

In this special Christmas edition of their world tour, "La Nueva Generación," the two-time Latin Grammy-nominated ensemble delivers a holiday concert that honors both the magic of Christmas and the cultural vibrancy of Mexico. Experience an unforgettable night as they blend beloved holiday classics with mariachi traditions. Includes reserved seats for the performance, a pre-performance guest lecture and dinner featuring authentic Mexican food and pastries. All reservations must be made by Nov. 27. No refunds will be given after that date.

Monday, December 7, 2026, Lied Center