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Join us as we embark on a thought-provoking exploration of the greatest hits of American art showcased in the “Making American Artists: Stories from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 1776-1976 exhibition with Dr. Tera Hedrick, the curator of the Wichita Art Museum!

Dr. Hedrick, a passionate and skilled storyteller, will deliver an engaging and lively talk that captivates both seasoned art historians and casual art enthusiasts. Get a drink from the bar and enjoy a fun, informal evening as we delve into the rich tapestry of American art history. Whether you’re an art history aficionado or simply someone who enjoys a good story, mark your calendars and prepare for a one-of-a-kind adventure through time and art. With Dr. Tera Hedrick leading the way, Making American Artists guarantees to be an unforgettable experience for all!

◆ Free event
◆ Cash Bar
◆ No RSVP required

The event is free for all attendees. However, we highly recommend visiting the exhibition beforehand for a deeper and richer experience. 

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FREE for WAM members | College Students w/ID | Youth 18 & under

 


About WAM Nights:  We’re open late on Fridays until 9 pm! Get your weekend started with after-hours access to the galleries,or shopping in theMuseum Store. WAM Nights will include programs with artists, musicians, and performers–don’t miss your chance to see the art at WAM in a new way! The museum comes to life with local creatives during WAM Nights!

Artworks credit:
• Top left: Winslow Homer, “Fox Hunt”, 1893. Oil on canvas, 38 x 68 1/2 inches. Courtesy of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, Joseph E. Temple Fund, 1894.4  • Bottom left: Magaretta Angelica Peale, “Strawberries and Cherries”, About 1813-30. Oil on canvas, 16 x 17 3/4 x 2 inches. Courtesy of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, 1924.11  • Middle: Barkley L. Hendricks, J. S. B. III, 1968. Oil on canvas, 48 x 34 3/8 inches, , Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts,Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richardson Dilworth, 1969.17  • Right: Gilbert Charles Stuart, “George Washington (The Lansdowne Portrait)”, 1796. Oil on canvas, 96 x 60 inches. The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Bequest of William Bingham, 1811.2