The Wichita Art Museum, a dynamic cultural hub located in the Museums on the River District near Downtown Wichita. Our mission is to connect people, ideas, and American art through remarkable experiences. With a permanent collection showcasing over 10,000 artworks, spanning historical to contemporary pieces, celebrating the essence of American artistic heritage.

Explore diverse exhibitions, engage in thought-provoking programs designed for adults, and enjoy family-friendly activities. Connect with Wichita’s cultural scene through unique art experiences. Whether you prefer contemporary or classic art, WAM provides a vibrant space for all ages to foster a deeper connection with the arts.

Exhibitions: Explore our prized permanent collection and Special Exhibitions, which bring diverse artworks to the region, extending the museum’s cultural impact.

Programs: WAM’s educational programming offers varied levels of engagement and participation with the core belief that we connect people, ideas, and art through remarkable experiences.

Events: WAM offers a wide variety of events for each age group and interest. From artist talks and creativity workshops to lively parties and cultural experiences.

WAM Nights: Join us on Fridays until 9 pm for WAM Nights, featuring after-hours access to galleries, special programs, and a chance to experience art in a new way.

PLAY: Visit PLAY, a vibrant drop-in space for visitors of all ages. Engage in rotating activities that support creative play and connect to works of art in the collection.

Museum Store: Don’t miss our Museum Store, where your purchases contribute to supporting WAM’s educational programs and events.

Art Garden: Experience our Art Garden, accessible 24/7, transformed into a lush oasis along the Little Arkansas River. With over 100 new trees, 600 shrubs, and 20,000 perennials, the garden melds art and nature for a breathtaking landscape.

Wichita Art Museum – where every visit is an invitation to discover, create, and connect with the vibrant world of art. Plan your visit today and see you at WAM!

Louise Caldwell Murdock (1857–1915) was an American interior designer and architect. Her family moved from New York to Wichita in 1871, where her father, J.E. Caldwell, opened a Queensware store on North Main Street. In 1877, she married Roland Pierpont Murdock and together they founded the Twentieth Century Club in Wichita in 1899. Louise served as its president until 1906. Following her husband’s death in 1906, she studied interior design in New York City with Frank Alvah Parsons. Returning to Wichita, she designed and built the Caldwell Murdock building on East Douglas, which became the city’s tallest at seven floors.

In 1915, Louise Murdock dedicated herself to ensuring her hometown would have an art museum, generously donating her family fortune to acquire a “significant collection” of American art. Entrusting her friend and professional colleague, Elizabeth Stubblefield Navas, with the task of assembling the art collection, the two women left an indelible mark on Wichita and the surrounding region, a legacy that endures to this day.

The Wichita Art Museum connects people, ideas, and art through remarkable experiences.

VISION:
To be an essential cultural leader in a thriving region, fostering creativity, joy, and belonging.

VALUES:
• Our welcome is real. All people have a place at WAM as we strive to be an organization of authentic kindness, joy, access, and inclusion.

• Our community is our guide. Nothing happens without collaboration and true partnership with our community.

• We aim high. We dare to deliver breathtaking art and experiences that spark creativity, conversation, and empathy.

• We care for our people. We respect the talent that powers our organization and promote a positive, problem-solving work environment.