Celebrate the final weekend of "Safer Waters: Picturing Black Recreation at Midcentury"Â with an evening of swing in the Cessna Gallery. Friday, June 12th | 6 - 8 PM | Free
Bring the whole family and make it a Father's Day weekend to remember. This Saturday and Sunday, admission to "Collidoscope: de la Torre Brothers Retro-Perspective" is 2-for-1—because great art is better together.Â
Mark the summer solstice in WAM's Art Garden with an evening stroll guided by artist and museum teacher, Mason Talbott. | Two Walks: 6:15 PM and 7:15 PM
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
Join museum teacher Erick Nkana for a conversation in (im)permanent, where he will walk you through the exhibition, share his insights and favorite tools from touring the museum with students, and encourage you to find what works of art resonate with you. | 6:15 and 7:15 PM |
Explore Chicano, Hispanic, and Latino art at WAM in a conversational tour of the museum, available in either English or Spanish. | 6:15 PM and 7:15 PM |
Explore el arte chicano, hispano y latino en WAM en un recorrido conversacional por el museo, disponible en inglés o español. Dos Recorridos: 6:15 PM y 7:15 PM
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
Celebrate the run of vanessa german's "THE BEAST" or "Self Portrait" with us in a light, lively, and insightful gallery talk by Dr. Brittany Lockard | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us to celebrate the run of Eden Quispe: Narrative Threads with a collaborative, community-focused workshop. | 6:30 – 8 PM | free and open to the public
 Join us for a reflective evening honoring U.S. military veterans and their loved ones at Ponder. This. — I've Got Your 6 at the Wichita Art Museum. Special host Knowledge and regional veteran poets will share their perspectives and perform work by Frederick Harper. Â
Bid a fond farewell to the exhibition 'Eden Quispe: Narrative Threads' with a special closing reception. | 6 – 8 PM Celebratory Reception (Cessna Gallery) | free and open to the public
Join us for WAM Night featuring live music from Charlie Wilks in the Farha Great Hall. Enjoy the light and lively music while you grab a bite and drink in EAT, spend time with a book, or chat with a friend. 6 - 8 PM
Celebrate the opening of Armando Minjárez Monárrez: En Cuerpo Presente with a reception and artist talk. | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Free and open to the public
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
Fall back in time with films that celebrate what it is to be a teen. In this program series, each screening features the nostalgic teenage Americana pictured in 'David Hornback: Where the Hell is Wichita?'. Movie: "Dazed and Confused" | Rated R | 6 - 8 PM
Pete Armstrong Photography Lecture Series—Artist Talk on 'David Hornback: Where the Hell Is Wichita?'Â
Drop in at WAM for live music by David Lord and informal artmaking inspired by WAM’s permanent collection. Supplies are provided, and the program is free and open to the public. | 6 - 8 PM |
Fall back in time with films that celebrate what it is to be a teen. In this program series, each screening features the nostalgic teenage Americana pictured in 'David Hornback: Where the Hell is Wichita?'. Movie: "Sixteen Candles" | Rated PG | 6 - 8 PM
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
K-college teachers, as a special toast to you at the Pop-Up Party for 'Past & Present', have a drink ticket on us and unwind with just-for-educators artmaking led by painter Emily Nickel | 6:30 - 8 PM
Learn about Winfred Rembert (1945–2021)—artist of WAM’s new acquisition 'Chain Gang Picking Cotton #3'—in a talk by Winfred Rembert, Jr. | Reception: 6 - 6:30 PM | Talk: 6:30 - 8 PM
Make your own leather tooled bracelet as you explore the art form in a hands-on workshop led by Winfred Rembert, Jr. | Registration needed | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Solve your plans for the eve of Halloween at WAM with a paper chase. Receive clues and solve the mystery! Free and open to the public | 6 - 8 PM
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
Fall back in time with films that celebrate what it is to be a teen. In this program series, each screening features the nostalgic teenage Americana pictured in 'David Hornback: Where the Hell is Wichita?'. Movie: "Pretty in Pink" | Rated PG-13 | 6 - 8 PM
This event has been postponed! Join WAM and Wichita designer Nina Winter for a fashion-upcycling workshop inspired by portraits in the exhibition 'Past & Present: Celebrating New Acquisitions and Collection Highlights' | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
