But as COVID-19 swept through Bell County, the long-standing tradition was in jeopardy.
Although UMHB strategized to keep its Easter tradition alive by ultimately broadcasting its 81st annual Easter Pageant Experience as an online livestream, it relied heavily on archival footage from previous shows.
There werenât families piling into the bleachers; there werenât children climbing the surrounding trees for a better view; and there wasnât a connection between the showâs cast and their audience.
However, Osterlund said God made UMHBâs 82nd annual Easter Pageant possible, as three performances were held in front of the campusâ Luther Memorial on Wednesday.
The Holy City of the Wichitas Could Be Shutting Down
The Holy City of the Wichitas could be closing due to financial challenges. The Holy City operates and is open thanks to donations from visitors and of course a lot of those visitors come for the annual Easter pageant The Price of Peace. With the COVID-19 pandemic last year the pageant was delayed and was only lightly attended unlike years past. This has caused serious issues and has jeopardized the Holy City s future.
It s been awhile, but I love going out to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and to the Holy City. If you ve never been now would be the best time to visit and make a donation if at all possible. The Holy City is not only home to the Nation s longest running Easter pageant it s also a popular wedding site with the World Chapel. It s a great place to visit with tons of history and unique features like all the buildings which look ancient and biblical, it s like stepping back in time. There s also an Oklaho