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WAM Nights: First Friday Field Trip – October 2025
Enjoy Wichita’s First Friday art scene without the hassle of planning and parking!
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WAM Nights: Ten Tiny Dances® presented by Harvester Arts & Smack Dab Dance Lab
Ten Tiny Dances® brings ten choreographers to a 4x4’ stage for bold, inventive performances inspired by “Abstract Expressionists: The Women.” Presented with Harvester Arts.
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WAM Nights: Shaping Vision: Five Wichita Painters on Process and Practice
Join us for WAM Nights: Shaping Vision—five Wichita Painters on Process and Practice. Artists Sarah Chavez, Rachel Curtis, Sloane Dyer, Mary McCoy, and Kate Van Steenhuyse, moderated by Chloe Lang, will share insights into their work and discuss how their practices connect to larger art historical conversations. Presented in partnership with Harvester Arts, this free program complements the exhibitions “Abstract Expressionists: The Women” and “Framed in Friendship: American Women Artists and Their Networks.”
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WAM Nights: From Dresses to Dapper: A Fashion Show in Black
Watch models showcase original designs by Nina Winter (TISSU Studio) in a fashion show set inside “Little Black Dress at 100.” Sketch the looks as they unfold, enjoy live music, and make an evening of it at WAM Nights: From Dresses to Dapper—A Fashion Show in Black.
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WAM Nights: Halloween Scavenger Hunt!
This Halloween, stop by the Wichita Art Museum for a spooky-fun art scavenger hunt! In celebration of WAM’s 90th birthday, follow a special treasure map filled with silhouettes of objects from the museum’s collection. Complete the hunt and trick-or-treat for sweet prizes along the way!
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Senior Wednesday: See “Abstract Expressionists: The Women”
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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WAM Nights: Ponder. This. – Poetry Unchained
Join Ponder.This. for Poetry Unchained, an evening of poetry, art, and music featuring works by incarcerated women performed by local poets. Tickets include admission to “Abstract Expressionists: The Women.”
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Drop-in Artmaking for Adults
Unwind and get creative at PLAY in this free, drop-in artmaking session. Come solo for some relaxing “you time,” make it a date night, or bring the whole family along—everyone’s welcome. No artistic experience needed.
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Senior Wednesday: Holiday Party
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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Senior Wednesday: Collage Workshop with Kathleen Shanahan
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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Senior Wednesday: Growing Up in America: How Images of Children across American History Reflect Societal Anxieties and Ideals
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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WAM Nights: Evening for Educators
Mix and mingle with other K-College educators, learn about what’s new at WAM, and enjoy free admission to see the "Alex Katz: Theater and Dance" exhibition.
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WAM Nights: Ponder. This. – Building Wichita Together: A Community Conversation
Presented by the Ponder. This. and the Wichita Art Museum, this community-centered gathering brings together dynamic leaders, creatives, and changemakers for an evening of dialogue, reflection, and collective visioning.
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Senior Wednesday: Mindfulness through Looking and Seated Yoga
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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WAM Nights: Ten Tiny Dances® presented by Harvester Arts & Smack Dab Dance Lab
Ten Tiny Dances® brings ten choreographers to a 4x4’ stage for bold, inventive performances inspired by WAM’s featured exhibition "Alex Katz: Theater and Dance.” Presented with Harvester Arts.
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Senior Wednesday: A More Joyful Place: Black Recreation and Leisure in Wichita
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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Drop-in Artmaking for Adults
Unwind and get creative at PLAY in this free, drop-in artmaking session. Come solo for some relaxing “you time,” make it a date night, or bring the whole family along—everyone’s welcome. No artistic experience needed.
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Senior Wednesday: See Alex Katz: Theater and Dance
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
Mother’s Day Weekend at WAM
Give Mom the Weekend She Deserves. Art, dining, shopping, and more—we’ve got everything planned for her special day. However you celebrate, there’s something here for every mom and every family. Alex Katz: Theater and Dance — 2 for 1 Tickets | Mimosas & Brunch — Sunday, May 10 | 11 AM–2 PM | Museum Store Weekend Offer: 30% off any one item | Mini Used Book Sale — Saturday, May 9 | 10 AM – 3 PM
Senior Wednesday: Revolutions Talk with Mary Frances Ivey
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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WAM Nights: Drop-in Artmaking for Adults
Unwind and get creative at PLAY in this free, drop-in artmaking session. Come solo for some relaxing “you time,” make it a date night, or bring the whole family along—everyone’s welcome. No artistic experience needed.
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WAM Nights: Safer Waters: Swing Dance Closing Celebration
Celebrate the final weekend of "Safer Waters: Picturing Black Recreation at Midcentury" with an evening of swing in the Cessna Gallery. Friday, June 12th | 6 - 8 PM | Free
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Father’s Day Weekend
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.
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WAM Nights: Art Garden Tour with Mason Talbott
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 Wednesday: Artist Talk and Workshop – Meet the Artist Behind Eden Quispe: Narrative Threads
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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WAM Nights: Intro to Art-looking in the Galleries with Erick
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 |
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WAM Nights: Chicano, Hispanic, and Latino Highlights Tour
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 |
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Noche WAM: Recorrido Destacado de Arte Chicano, Hispano y Latino
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 Wednesday: See ‘Collidoscope: de la Torre Brothers Retro-Perspective’
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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WAM Nights: Gallery Talk with Brittany Lockard on vanessa german’s “THE BEAST” or “Self Portrait”
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
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WAM Nights: Art in Action with Eden Quispe
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
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Ponder. This. – I’ve Got Your 6
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.
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WAM Nights: Closing Reception for ‘Eden Quispe: Narrative Threads’
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
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WAM Nights: Live Music by Charlie Wilks in the Farha Great Hall
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
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WAM Nights: Exhibition Opening and Artist Talk for Armando Minjárez Monárrez: En Cuerpo Presente
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
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Senior Wednesday: Sketching in the Galleries
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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WAM Nights: “Dazed & Confused” Movie Night
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
