Spotlight Event: Symphony at Sunset

03.21.2022
The image captures a vibrant scene at sunset. A crowd of people is gathered in a park, enjoying the spectacle under a clear sky with hues of orange and blue blending into the horizon. The silhouette of trees forms an attractive backdrop to the gathering. In the background, there's a building visible and on the left side, a car can be seen parked. On the right side, there's a water tower standing tall. The overall atmosphere is one of leisure and communal enjoyment.

The annual Symphony at Sunset D-Day Commemoration Concert will take place on June 4, set against the historic backdrop of the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum in Abilene, Kansas. This cherished event will feature stirring performances from the Salina Symphony and the Fort Riley 1st Infantry Division Band, alongside local bands and solo artists. Attendees can enjoy an evening filled with beautiful music honoring the legacy of D-Day, while also exploring educational activities and exhibits that bring history to life. The event will offer food vendors for visitors to enjoy local cuisine, making it an unforgettable experience for families, history enthusiasts, and music lovers alike.

Commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day at this meaningful outdoor concert held on our beautiful campus grounds. This annual concert is held the first Saturday in June in partnership with the Salina Symphony and Eisenhower Foundation. Plus, free museum admission all day!

1:00 p.m. – Activities & Food Vendors

(including Hands-on History Carts in the museum)

3:00 p.m. – Flint Hills Children’s Choir

5:30 p.m. – Everyday Lights

6:30 & 8:00 p.m. – Mounted Color Guard Demonstration

7:00 p.m. – 1st Infantry Division Band

8:30 p.m. – Salina Symphony

Presenting sponsors:

Community Foundation of Dickinson County

Marshall Motors

Friends of the Eisenhower Foundation

Stars & Stripes sponsors:

Kansas Gas Service

Vyve Broadband

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Dwight D. Eisenhower giving a speech at a podium.