Wichita Public Library

America250: Immigration Exhibit

This self-guided exhibit explores U.S. immigration through documents, maps, and images, sharing stories of people who came by force or choice and how they shaped the nation.

This self-guided exhibit explores the complex history of immigration in the United States. Through documents, maps, and images from the Gilder Lehrman Collection, it shares stories of people who came to America—some by force, others seeking new opportunity. The exhibit highlights how different waves of newcomers shaped the nation’s culture, policies, and identity, while inviting visitors to reflect on the many paths that have led people to call America home.