Join us for Community Days at The Land Institute in Salina, Kansas! This event series focuses on experiential learning, community building, land stewardship, and creative placemaking. Community Days are designed for those interested in the intersections of agriculture, ecology, and art. The goal is to offer ways to build a more sustainable future through hands-on engagement at our campus headquarters.

This event will offer participants an opportunity to learn how to weave willow saplings into a large outdoor sculpture. It takes place on August 20, 2026 from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm at the K2 property located at 2648 E Water Well Rd, Salina, KS 67401. Kansas-city based artists Rena Detrixhe and Karen McCoy will talk about their artistic practices and then invite participants to join in sculpture making. This is a great opportunity to be on the land, learn natural weaving methods, and try your hand at a new art medium. The completed sculpture will be featured at our 2026 Prairie Festival held in late September. 

The schedule for this event includes:

• 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm: Rena and Karen present about their work while attendees enjoy a free meal catered by Prairieland Market.
• 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm: Attendees join Rena and Karen in the creation of their large woven sculpture. 

We welcome guests of all ages and abilities. Seating will be provided for the presentation and meal, and restrooms will be available throughout the day.

Please RSVP so that we have a good estimate of total numbers. Also, this will allow us to communicate to you via email on the day before the event with instructions and final details. Note that this event is subject to the weather.