KMUW Community Calendar

Derby Arts Council: Veteran Art Show at the Derby Public Library

The exhibit is set to run Aug. 31 through Oct. 22 and will collect works from veteran artists across all mediums (fiber arts, photography, painting, metalwork, etc.) to be shown in the Gathering Space Gallery and display case at the library entrance.

As part of the exhibit, there will be awards up for grabs, with Aug. 4 the deadline to submit entries. There will also be a public reception — and awards presentation — for the exhibit on Sept. 18.

Bring your current project and enjoy the classic needle arts in the company of others who share your interest in crochet, knitting, cross stitch, felting, tatting, and more. All skill levels welcome.

10 AM | Complimentary coffee and bagels
10:30 AM | Explore art through guided movement with Mina Estrada.

Join dance artist Mina Estrada as she guides you through an experience in response to the (im)permanent collection galleries, engaging your body—seated or standing—with close looking at art. You will learn a movement phrase that embodies an element of each artwork—texture, line, space, or narrative—and will leave with a small dance that represents the kinesthetic and aesthetic experience the group has just shared. We invite you to dance either on your feet or in a chair, according to your preference. Chairs and guidance on both seated and standing dancing will be provided.

Senior Wednesday, a collaboration between several Wichita museums and cultural attractions, offers lifelong learning opportunities for active adults 55+. WAM offers Senior Wednesday in the morning on the first Wednesday of the month. For a complete list of participating organizations and programs, visit seniorwednesday.org.

Join us for a special event to view USD259 K-12 students’ artwork on display at the Wichita Art Museum! Exhibition on Display: September 19 – November 29, 2026

Submission to the USD259 Student Art Gallery is coordinated by Wichita Public Schools. Entries are selected by participating teachers, and individual students should contact their teacher for participation details.

Children ages 3-6 will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting. Please note this program will not take place on 11/11 at the Westlink location.

Children ages 0-6 will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting. Please note this program will not take place on 11/11 at the Rockwell location.

Art is not only for Art Museums. If a picture is worth a thousand words, it stands to reason that art can tell us a lot about the times and place where it was produced. Local history museums exist to explore time and place.

Featuring works from C.A. Seward, John Noble, Edmund Davison, Birger Sandzen, Bruce McGrew, and more!

On view on the Historical Museum's 3rd Floor, throughout 2026 as part of the ongoing Lois Kay Walls visual art exhibition series produced by the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum.

Be the first to visit this new exhibition during the First Friday opening on April 3, 2026.

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum

204 S Main St; Wichita, KS 67202
Tues-Fri 11am-4pm

Sat & Sun 1pm-5pm
$5 Adults, $2 Children, Free on Sundays

Yoga in the Park

Free Community Classes in Downtown Wichita

Step away from the desk and into the park. A midweek reset has returned to the city’s core for Downtown Wichita’s Yoga in the Park. The rejuvenating, all-levels yoga session is designed to help you de-stress, stretch and reconnect with your community! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or unrolling a mat for the first time, there’s a spot for you downtown.

When: Wednesdays, noon to 1 p.m., Sept. 9 to Oct. 14. The 30-min class begins promptly at 12:15 p.m.
Where: Chester I. Lewis Reflection Square Park, 205 E. Douglas Ave.
Cost: Free (Registration Required). Click here to register.
What to Bring: A yoga mat (or a beach towel), a water bottle and a smile.
Why Join Us?

Breath of Fresh Air: Boost your mood and vitamin D levels by practicing yoga outdoors.
Community Connection: Meet your neighbors and strengthen your bond with the downtown Wichita community.
Mind-Body Reset: Lower your stress and increase mental clarity in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.

Knitters and crocheters, join us and share projects, see demos, and explore craft books. Bring your own projects or use our supplies. All ages and skill levels can create and connect!

Censorship doesn't just affect books. Learn about the history of censorship affecting a wide variety of media formats.

Learn about the library's Prusa MK3S+ and Mini+ 3D printers, and how to use the PrusaSlicer software to adjust settings to optimize prints. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Derby Arts Council: Veteran Art Show at the Derby Public Library

The exhibit is set to run Aug. 31 through Oct. 22 and will collect works from veteran artists across all mediums (fiber arts, photography, painting, metalwork, etc.) to be shown in the Gathering Space Gallery and display case at the library entrance.

As part of the exhibit, there will be awards up for grabs, with Aug. 4 the deadline to submit entries. There will also be a public reception — and awards presentation — for the exhibit on Sept. 18.

Join us October 8-11 for our annual Fall Sidewalk Sale!

We'll have books and other merchandise 30%-50% off, perfect to stock up for all your Fall reading plans! Select books $3 and $5, so come early!

Join us for a special event to view USD259 K-12 students’ artwork on display at the Wichita Art Museum! Exhibition on Display: September 19 – November 29, 2026

Submission to the USD259 Student Art Gallery is coordinated by Wichita Public Schools. Entries are selected by participating teachers, and individual students should contact their teacher for participation details.