Seeing Dallas on the Cheap {Genghis Khan: The Exhibition}

Today start a little mini series I am putting together for families, couples, and out-of-towners who want to do something fun in Dallas without breaking the bank. There are tons of free and really cheap events and activities in Dalas that just aren't advertised so you have to know where to look. I hope these upcoming posts will make that quest a little easier :)
For my first cheap Dallas activity, I present to you all Genghis Khan: The Exhibition now showing at the Irving Arts Center.

This exhibit will uncover the layers of myth surrounding this great conquerer to reveal the actual history of Genghis Khan. A key highlight of the exhibit is the more than 200 Mongolian artifacts on display making it the largest collection ever gathered in a single showing.
The Irving Arts Center is pulling out all the stops for this exhibition, which adds up to more bang for your buck for us :) They will be hosting all sorts of free festivals and activities throughout the summer to promote this exhibit.


Events for Adults & Couples (all activities free unless otherwise specified):


Everyone Pays Kids Prices! Mondays, June 20, July 18, August 15 and Sept. 19
View Genghis Khan: The Exhibition for the special price of just $8 per person.
Khan Lecture Series: Mongols and Making of the Modern World
Thursday, June 23 | Noon | Meeting Rooms
Johan Elverskog, Director of Asian Studies at Southern Methodist University, explores the topic, “Mongols and the Making of the Modern World.” Elverskog - a published author and editor - has spent many years researching the history of Inner Asia. 
Khan Lecture Series: Developing Democracy and Life in Modern Mongolia July 23 | 2-3 PM | Dupree Theater
Judge Joe Spurlock II speaks on the top of “Developing Democracy and Life in Modern Mongolia. Judge Spurlock is a professor of law and director of the Asian Judicial Institute at Texas Wesleyan School of Law. He has made multiple trips to Mongolia and surrounding countries to talk about rule of law principles and judicial independence.
Film Screening – Mongolian Ping Pong Sunday, July 24 | 2-4 PM | Carpenter Performance Hall
View the documentary, Mongolian Ping Pong. Free popcorn to the first 50 people.
Film Screening – Mongol Sunday, August 28 | 2-4 PM | Carpenter Performance Hall
View the movie, Mongol. Free popcorn to the first 50 people. Mongol is rated R.
Khan Lecture Series: Genghis Khan: Then and Today Saturday, September 10 | 2 PM | Carpenter Performance Hall
Dr. William Fitzhugh – curatorial consultant for Genghis Khan: The Exhibition – speaks on the topic of, Genghis Khan: Then and Today. Fitzhugh is the director at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History.
Khan Lecture Series: Mongol Military Tactics Saturday, September 17 | 2 PM  ABC Room
Dr. Harold Tanner, a professor within the Department of History at the University of North Texas, presents a lecture on Mongolian military tactics.
Smithsonian Museum Day Saturday, September 24
Visit the Irving Arts Center – an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution – to celebrate Smithsonian Museum Day. Mongolia-themed art projects and other fun activities will take place AND it’s your last weekend chance to view Genghis Khan: The Exhibition.


Events for Kids & Families (all activities free unless otherwise specified):


Trebuchet Competition Saturdays, July 9, August 20 and September 24
10 AM to Noon | Registration / Competition Rules Coming Soon
Build a model trebuchet using plastic blocks and compete for fun prizes in a distance shooting match. Three age groups - elementary, middle school and high school / adult. Pre-registration is required.
Family KhanDays Saturdays, July 9, August 13, September 10 and September 24
2-4 PM | Carpenter Lobby
Create Mongolian-themed art projects to share with friends and family. Suitable for children of all ages. All supplies provided.
Summer Camp: Secrets of the Silk Road July 11-15 | 8 AM to 5 PM | Ages 6-12 | $190
Create Papier Mâché Mongolian masks; construct a ger and make your own felt; stylize your penmanship with Chinese brush painting and calligraphy; stretch out with yoga; and design stamps, mosiacs and mandalas. REGISTER HERE.
Summer camp: History, Horses and Tribal Handicrafts July 25-29 | 8 AM to 5 PM | Ages 6-12 | $190
Construct your own paper for cool new designs; choose colorful thread for fun weaving projects; paint real and imaginary animals inspired by the Mongolian beasts of burden (horses, camels, yaks and oxen); use recycled materials, fabric and found objects to design Mongolian-inspired costumes, headdresses and jewelry; and learn dance and battle strategy. REGISTER HERE.


So enjoy getting your fun on this summer with Genghis Khan! :)



This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Irving Arts Center. All opinions are 100% mine.