Wichita Art Museum

09/11/2021

Thank you to everyone who came to WAM tonight! What a great night for Tunes+Tallgrass in the beautiful Art Garden. Thank you to our event partners Tallgrass Film Association & Music Theatre Wichita & tonight’s film sponsor, Planet Hair. ♥️❤️♥️❤️♥️❤️

Thank you to everyone who came to WAM tonight! What a great night for Tunes+Tallgrass in the beautiful Art Garden. Thank you to our event partners Tallgrass Film Association & Music Theatre Wichita & tonight’s film sponsor, Planet Hair. ♥️❤️♥️❤️♥️❤️

09/10/2021

Tomorrow's Wichita Art Museum Open House to celebrate National Arts in Education Week, in partnership with Wichita Public Schools, will feature performances from Wichita High School East Jazz Band, Wichita South High School Jazz Band, Wichita High School North USD 259 Marching Band and Northeast Magnet Jazz Band. Admission is free.

09/03/2021

Don't miss out! This weekend is your last chance to see amazing glass work by artist Richard Marquis. Gallery hours are 10 am to 5 pm Saturday (free admission, too!) and noon to 5 pm Sunday.

Don't miss out! This weekend is your last chance to see amazing glass work by artist Richard Marquis. Gallery hours are 10 am to 5 pm Saturday (free admission, too!) and noon to 5 pm Sunday.

08/27/2021

What to do in Wichita this weekend: Live music galore, improv comedy, art after hours

Second on the Wichita Eagle's list of what to do in Wichita this weekend is tonight's Art After Hours event. Get free museum admission, see the "Richard Marquis: Keepers" glass exhibition before it closes September 5 & shop in the Museum Store.

A list of fun things to do in Wichita during the last weekend in August

08/26/2021

Celebrating 1920: Women Artists from the Wichita Art Museum Collection - Wichita Art Museum

Thank you, National Women's History Alliance, for highlighting Women's Equality Day today! If you've not seen the exhibition "Celebrating 1920: Women Artists from the Wichita Art Museum Collection," please come to WAM and see this show, which explores women's contributions to art movements of the 19th and 20th centuries. In conjunction with the exhibition, the Museum Store has Votes for Women merchandise to mark the passage of the 19th Amendment.

https://wichitaartmuseum.org/whats-on/exhibitions/celebrating-1920-women-artists-from-the-collection/

In honor of the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, Before and After 1920: Women Artists from the Wichita Art Museum Collection features work of women artists from the permanent collection.

08/26/2021

Art After Hours at Wichita Art Museum

You heard correctly! Jillian Carroll TV named WAM "one of the best places in Wichita!" And you can get in free to the museum tomorrow night during Art After Hours. Need dinner? Call The Muse Cafe for reservations: 316-268-4973. And the Museum Store will be open extended hours tomorrow, too!

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08/20/2021

Are you coming to Yoga in the Art Garden tomorrow morning? The free class will be in the Jayne Milburn Sculpture Plaza on the southeast side of the building. Look for the Tom Otterness sculpture!

Are you coming to Yoga in the Art Garden tomorrow morning? The free class will be in the Jayne Milburn Sculpture Plaza on the southeast side of the building. Look for the Tom Otterness sculpture!

08/18/2021

Art Start - Wichita Art Museum

Need a FREE activity for your preschooler? Sign up for Art Start (ages 3-5) on Tuesdays with "Magnificent Magnets" in September and "Hanging with the Gnomies" in October. Morning & afternoon sessions available: wichitaartmuseum.org/learn/art-start/

Art Start is a preschool art program for children ages 3 to 5 to engage with art, imagine, and learn.

08/18/2021

We need a name! This community art installation, created in July at the Summer Birthday Bash and inspired by the glass art from the Chihuly Studio Bridge at WAM, is now on view. What would you title this collaborative work of art?

08/12/2021

Looking for weekend work? The Museum Store is hiring a part-time Sales Associate to work Saturdays & Sundays. Read the full position description here: https://wichitaartmuseum.org/jobs-volunteers/

Looking for weekend work? The Museum Store is hiring a part-time Sales Associate to work Saturdays & Sundays. Read the full position description here: https://wichitaartmuseum.org/jobs-volunteers/

08/11/2021

We are saddened to learn of the death of artist Hung Liu (second from left), who visited WAM in April 2019 and spoke to the Murdock Society about her work in the WAM exhibition "Hung Liu: Migrant Stories." Pictured with her (from left) are her husband and art critic Jeff Kelley, WAM Curator Dr. Tera Hedrick, Sherry Leedy Contemporary Art gallerist Sherry Leedy and Leedy's daughter, Jennifer Bowerman. In the background is Liu's painting "Migrant Mother" that was on view during the exhibition.

https://wichitaartmuseum.org/whats-on/exhibitions/hung-liu-migrant-stories/

We are saddened to learn of the death of artist Hung Liu (second from left), who visited WAM in April 2019 and spoke to the Murdock Society about her work in the WAM exhibition "Hung Liu: Migrant Stories." Pictured with her (from left) are her husband and art critic Jeff Kelley, WAM Curator Dr. Tera Hedrick, Sherry Leedy Contemporary Art gallerist Sherry Leedy and Leedy's daughter, Jennifer Bowerman. In the background is Liu's painting "Migrant Mother" that was on view during the exhibition.

https://wichitaartmuseum.org/whats-on/exhibitions/hung-liu-migrant-stories/

08/05/2021

Starting today: Museum Store Back-to-School Sale with 25% off children's books and art supplies. Some exclusions apply. Store hours are 11am-4pm Tuesday-Sunday with complimentary gift packaging available. Sale goes through Sunday, August 15.

07/30/2021

Position Opening: The Development Associate supports all fundraising and membership functions and donor/member appreciation event activities. Working as part of an energetic and collaborative team, the Development Associate contributes to WAM’s mission to bring “people, ideas, and American art together to enrich lives and build community.” Full job description: https://wichitaartmuseum.org/jobs-volunteers/

Position Opening: The Development Associate supports all fundraising and membership functions and donor/member appreciation event activities. Working as part of an energetic and collaborative team, the Development Associate contributes to WAM’s mission to bring “people, ideas, and American art together to enrich lives and build community.” Full job description: https://wichitaartmuseum.org/jobs-volunteers/

07/22/2021

Are you looking for something fabulous? #Shoplocal in the Museum Store at WAM! We have loads of new merchandise & your purchases support the museum's events & activities. Plus WAM members receive a 10% discount! https://wichitaartmuseum.org/visit/things-to-do/store/

Are you looking for something fabulous? #Shoplocal in the Museum Store at WAM! We have loads of new merchandise & your purchases support the museum's events & activities. Plus WAM members receive a 10% discount! https://wichitaartmuseum.org/visit/things-to-do/store/

07/08/2021

What to do in Wichita this weekend: Automobilia returns, WAM turns 86, music & food fest

What does the Wichita Eagle have on the to-do list for this weekend? This Saturday's Summer Birthday Bash with free admission & free ice cream sandwiches served up by Wichita River Festival's Wagonmasters. Bring some $$ for Bread Sled Cafe, Kona Ice Greater Wichita & Wheat Street Dogs.

Looking for some fun this weekend? Here’s some of the events happening in Wichita during the weekend that starts on July 9.

07/07/2021

Volunteer and Job Opportunities - Wichita Art Museum

Position Opening: The Registrar manages all aspects of the Wichita Art Museum’s registration and collections management functions including temporary and traveling exhibitions, incoming and outgoing loans, acquisitions, cataloguing, database management, insurance, inventory, and storage. Working as part of an energetic and collaborative curatorial team, the Registrar contributes to WAM’s mission to bring “people, ideas, and American art together to enrich lives and build community.” Full job description: https://wichitaartmuseum.org/jobs-volunteers/

Are you interested in being on Team WAM?

07/02/2021

Due to recent updates regarding COVID-19 protocols from the City of Wichita- Government, the Wichita Art Museum, which is a City-owned facility, has updated our Visitor Code of Conduct: https://wichitaartmuseum.org/about/museum-policies/visitor-code-of-conduct/

Masks are no longer required for those who are vaccinated inside City of Wichita facilities. For those who are not vaccinated, continued mask wearing is strongly encouraged. More information about our City facility COVID policy can be found on https://www.wichita.gov/coronavirus/Pages/default.aspx.

06/21/2021

Wichita Art Museum’s summer exhibition displays one major glass artist’s ‘keepers’

ICYMI: The Wichita Eagle ran a story Sunday about WAM's new glass exhibition by artist Richard Marquis, in partnership with the Museum of Glass & on view through Labor Day weekend. Visit the show on Saturdays when admission is free!

“His technique is mindboggling. You can’t believe a human being did that.”

06/12/2021

It’s Opening Day! Come to WAM & see fun, whimsical glass work by Richard Marquis. Free admission + live music by Mandolin Monroe & Bob Wambold on piano. Grab a bite in The Muse Cafe & shop in the Museum Store.

06/11/2021

What to do this weekend in Wichita: Disney on Ice, lots of concerts and artsy fun

What's on the Wichita Eagle's list for tomorrow? Opening Day for "Richard Marquis: Keepers" with free admission for everyone plus Funky Monkey Munchies and live music by Mandolin Monroe outside from 11am-1 pm and Bob Wambold inside from 2-4pm.

06/07/2021

Congratulations to Leslie Servantez, our registrar who is retiring from WAM after 33 years! Not even a little bit of rain today was going to stop staffers and supporters from honoring Leslie with a retirement picnic plus a game of Art Bingo featuring works from the collection. We will miss you, Leslie!

06/03/2021

YouTube

When an artwork needs to see the doctor, how does that work? If you missed Midwest Art Conservation Center's Megan Emery discussing the art & science of art conservation, her Zoom talk from last week has been posted to WAM's YouTube channel: youtube.com/wichitaartmuseum

06/01/2021

Wichita Attractions Tour aims to lure locals, visitors with prize package

WAM is one of Visit Wichita's partners for this summer's Wichita Attractions Tour. Need a free tour passport? Pick up one at our Welcome Desk.

You could win a 2022 family season pass or membership to all 12 participating attractions.

05/29/2021

Did you know Saturday admission to WAM is free for everyone? It's free today and every Saturday, thanks to Colby Sandlian of Sandlian Realty. Come for a visit! Gallery hours today are 10 am to 5 pm. The Museum Store is open from 11 am to 4 pm, and the Muse Cafe is open from 11am to 2 pm for lunch/brunch and 2 to 3 pm for drinks/desserts.

05/28/2021

Summer Camps - Wichita Art Museum

Need something for the kids to do this summer? Spots are still open for kids ages 6-12 in Hot Art for Cool Kids on Wednesdays or Thursdays in June & July w/COVID-19 precautions in place: https://wichitaartmuseum.org/hot-art-for-cool-kids/

05/19/2021

Wichita Art Museum updated their information in their About section.

Wichita Art Museum updated their information in their About section.

05/18/2021

African American Art in the 20th Century: Harlem Renaissance, Civil Rights Era, and Beyond - Wichita Art Museum

Thank you, Stephanie Nutt from KSN TV, for visiting on International Museum Day. We are so proud to be part of the #Wichita community!

Pictured: “African American Art in the 20th Century” on loan from Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Renwick Gallery and closing at 5pm this Sunday.

African American Art in the 20th Century: Harlem Renaissance, Civil Rights Era, and Beyond presents nearly 50 paintings and sculptures by 34 African American artists. These masterpieces explore everyday American themes as well as those specific to the African American experience.

05/14/2021

What a beautiful evening for a concert! Thank you, Wichita High School North USD 259, for having your Spring Music Program in our Art Garden. "Here Comes the Sun!"

What a beautiful evening for a concert! Thank you, Wichita High School North USD 259, for having your Spring Music Program in our Art Garden. "Here Comes the Sun!"

05/08/2021

It's Mother's Day weekend. How about bringing Mom for a museum visit today (free admission on Saturdays!) and purchasing a gift membership for her so she may enjoy free admission to WAM every day? Individual memberships start at $50.
wichitaartmuseum.org/membership/become-a-member/

It's Mother's Day weekend. How about bringing Mom for a museum visit today (free admission on Saturdays!) and purchasing a gift membership for her so she may enjoy free admission to WAM every day? Individual memberships start at $50.
wichitaartmuseum.org/membership/become-a-member/

05/06/2021

Forum drama reveals unlikely friendship of Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony

Before you see it at the Forum Theatre Wichita, catch "Highlights from the Agitators" at 6pm tonight during a free Zoom performance generously sponsored by the The Arts Council and in partnership with League of Women Voters Wichita - Metro. Register for the Zoom link on WAM's website.

Aaron Profit and Chelsey Ehresman recall being taught very little, if anything, about Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony in school.

05/05/2021

Looking for work? WAM is hiring a Gallery Attendant to interact with the public and provide visitor service and security duties. Read the full position description here: https://wichitaartmuseum.org/jobs-volunteers/

Looking for work? WAM is hiring a Gallery Attendant to interact with the public and provide visitor service and security duties. Read the full position description here: https://wichitaartmuseum.org/jobs-volunteers/

05/04/2021

Still shopping for Mother's Day? WAM's Museum Store has lots of fabulous finds, plus complimentary gift packaging, in all price ranges. Open 11am-4pm Tuesday-Sunday.
wichitaartmuseum.org/visit/things-to-do/store/

05/04/2021

There's still time to register for Thursday night's free Zoom performance of Forum Theatre: Highlights from "The Agitators", which looks at the enduring, yet tempestuous, friendship of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass. We're thrilled to be partnering with Forum Theatre Wichita on this event!

05/01/2021

Don’t miss the Friends of the Wichita Art Museum’s Blowout Book Sale today & tomorrow. We have tons of tomes in 35 categories!

04/23/2021

Get the kids to counting! In conjunction with Thursday's Teach Children to Save Day (sponsored by the American Bankers Association Foundation), all Pomme pidou banks in the Museum Store are 25% off through the end of April. Select your favorite animal and start saving!