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FREE ADMISSION DAY! “Homeward to the Prairie I Come: Gordon Parks Photographs from the Beach Museum of Art”
FREE admission to the exhibition “Homeward to the Prairie I Come: Gordon Parks Photographs from the Beach Museum of Art"
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Family Artventure: Picture This: A Day of Art + Play
Celebrate summer with FREE admission to the exhibition “Homeward to the Prairie I Come”: Gordon Parks Photographs from the Beach Museum of Art with a day of family fun at WAM!
WAM Nights: Screening of Gordon Parks’ Shaft (1971) | Rated R
Join us for a special screening of Shaft (1971), presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Homeward to the Prairie I Come”: Gordon Parks Photographs from the Beach Museum of Art. Following the film, Dr. Kevin Sylvester Harrison will lead a conversation on the cultural legacy of this groundbreaking work by Gordon Parks and its lasting impact on film and society.
Howard E. Wooden Speaker Series with author Lindsay Pollock
Join author Lindsay Pollock for a talk on Edith Gregor Halpert, the pioneering art dealer who transformed the American art market, championed groundbreaking artists, and—through collector Elizabeth S. Navas—helped shape the Wichita Art Museum’s collection.
Breaking Frames: The Black Cinematic Movement in Kansas
◆ Don’t miss your chance to see “Homeward to the Prairie I Come: Gordon Parks Photographs from the Beach Museum of Art”—on view free of charge during this special Saturday evening event. ◆
Join us July 26 from 4 to 6 pm for an inspiring night of film, conversation, and community. Explore Gordon Parks’s powerful photography, then stay for a panel and screenings by Wichita-based filmmakers Maliq Little, Angelo Garibaldi, and Troy Andrews. Free exhibition admission begins at 4 pm.
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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.
YogaTime | August: Farm -10:30 AM
Bring your little one to WAM for a free, playful yoga experience! Held every second Friday, the class is led by Christince Vumai (200-ERYT), combining yoga, art, and fun.
YogaTime | August: Farm -11:30 AM
Bring your little one to WAM for a free, playful yoga experience! Held every second Friday, the class is led by Christince Vumai (200-ERYT), combining yoga, art, and fun.
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WAM Nights: Gallery Closing for “Let Me Take You Down”
Before "Let Me Take You Down" closes on August 24, don’t miss live analog photography demos with featured artists Kendra Cremin, Kelsy Gossett Dennis, and Jennifer Ray. Explore large format cameras, hybrid photograms, and more in this hands-on look at creative process and technique.
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WAM Nights: CLOSED for a private event
Our museum will close at 5 PM on this Friday for a private event.
Abstract Expressionists: The Women | Members-Only Opening
Be among the first to see “Abstract Expressionists: The Women” at WAM’s exclusive Member Preview Day. This special event is open to members only—join online today or at the museum to take part.
Abstract Expressionists: The Women | Opening Day
Be the first to see “Abstract Expressionists: The Women” as it opens to the public on Sunday, August 24. Celebrate opening day at WAM and experience this groundbreaking exhibition of bold, visionary women artists.
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Senior Wednesday: 90 Years of American Art
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
YogaTime | 11:30 AM Session
Bring your little one to WAM for a free, playful yoga experience! Held every second Friday, the class is led by Christince Vumai (200-ERYT), combining yoga, art, and fun.
YogaTime | 10:30 AM Session
Bring your little one to WAM for a free, playful yoga experience! Held every second Friday, the class is led by Christince Vumai (200-ERYT), combining yoga, art, and fun.
YogaTime | 11:30 AM Session
Bring your little one to WAM for a free, playful yoga experience! Held every second Friday, the class is led by Christince Vumai (200-ERYT), combining yoga, art, and fun.
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Family ArtVenture: Celebrating 90 Years of Education at WAM!
Join us for Family ArtVenture: Celebrating 90 Years of Education at WAM! with student docents, musical performances, and hands-on artmaking led by area teachers—all part of National Arts in Education Week. Free fun for the whole family!
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Senior Wednesday: Sit, Sway, See: Seated or Standing Dancing Docent
Senior Wednesdays are informational and entertaining sessions designed for active seniors ages 55 & older.
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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!
YogaTime | 10:30 AM Session
Bring your little one to WAM for a free, playful yoga experience! Held every second Friday, the class is led by Christince Vumai (200-ERYT), combining yoga, art, and fun.