Join us for the opening day of “Somewhere In America,” the first major museum exhibition by contemporary artist Robert Peterson. Through his vibrant and joyful portraits, Peterson captures the beauty and diversity of African American life, celebrating the “Black experience as [he] knows it.” This exhibition features over 20 new works and key pieces from Peterson’s existing collection, many painted on a monumental scale. Each painting is a loving depiction of individuals, couples, and families, celebrating everyday moments and commemorating Peterson’s community—from small-town Oklahoma to his wider circle of friends and family across the country.

Discover the deeply personal yet universally relatable stories of family, community, and legacy that are woven throughout Peterson’s work. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the art of a self-taught artist who has quickly risen to prominence, with his works now held in major museums like the Philbrook Museum of Art, Weisman Art Museum, and Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg.

Robert Peterson Somewhere in America is organized by the Wichita Art Museum.
This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Tickets available online or that the Welcome Desk