This collection contains many theatre programs from live 20th century performances in downtown Lawrence, Kansas, and also a related 1905-1911 bank book. Seventy-one programs dated 1883 to 1925 are from Lawrence's Bowersock Opera House, which later became Bowersock Theatere. An 1890 program is from its predecessor, Liberty Hall.

Invitation, addressed to Lawrence resident W.L. Bullene and Ladies, to the annual reception and ball. Committee members are listed on the back.