KMUW Community Calendar

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

Is your costume complete? Need inspiration? Add the finishing touches using sewing notions and enhancers. Bring a costume or a T-shirt to decorate. Is your costume finished? Wear it to this event! For ages 12-17.

In three sessions, we'll have activities blending art, mindfulness, and self-expression. We invite people of all ages to join us as nurture mental wellness through creativity. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Join a classic high fantasy Dungeons & Dragons campaign! We'll choose a campaign setting and play it throughout the program season. New players welcome! Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. For ages 12-17.

Do you enjoy getting lost in a book? Join the club! Each month readers ages 9 to 13 will explore new stories and share their thoughts in a guided discussion.

6 – 8 PM
Free and open to the public | Advance registration appreciated
Please present faculty ID for drink ticket

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, WAM’s School Programs Specialist. See this fall’s featured exhibition—what the party’s all about!—'Past & Present: Celebrating New Acquisitions and Collection Highlights at the Wichita Art Museum', connect with fellow educators, and learn about teaching and professional development resources at WAM.

About WAM Nights: We’re open late on Fridays until 9 pm. Start your weekend with after-hours access to the galleries, shopping in the Museum Store, and a stop at EAT for dinner and specialty drinks. WAM Nights feature programs with artists, musicians, and performers, offering a dynamic way to experience the museum. The building comes to life with local creatives during WAM Nights—an energizing, creative start to your weekend. WAM Nights are generously supported by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

6 – 8:30 PM
Free and open to the public
Member exclusives: Stick around for the after-party on the Terrace (8:30 – 10:00 PM).

Join us to celebrate this exciting exhibition showcasing WAM’s world-class collection! Dozens of new acquisitions, including works by groundbreaking contemporary artists and icons of historic American art, are paired with beloved favorites collected over the past 90 years.

Explore the exhibition with live music by Wichita Symphony Orchestra musicians, inspired by WAM’s collection

Experience Smack Dab Dance Lab artists’ original choreography created in response to the exhibition (6:45 and 7:45PM)

Dance with DJ Marcus El

Make a mural with Armando Minjárez Monárrez

Sip and snack on signature cocktails and treats from EAT

K-college teachers, as a special toast to you, have a drink ticket on us and unwind with just-for-educators artmaking. (Please bring your faculty ID.)

About WAM Nights: We’re open late on Fridays until 9 pm. Start your weekend with after-hours access to the galleries, shopping in the Museum Store, and a stop at EAT for dinner and specialty drinks. WAM Nights feature programs with artists, musicians, and performers, offering a dynamic way to experience the museum. The building comes to life with local creatives during WAM Nights—an energizing, creative start to your weekend. WAM Nights are generously supported by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

The mid-terms are near. Drop by Evergreen between October 15 and November 2nd and cast a vote for your favorite book character. For ages 4-11.

This family-friendly event brings together do-ers, makers, inventors, and creatives from around the community to highlight their unique projects and creations. Join us for this hands-on maker event!

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.

Craft your own romance novel from start to finish over six sessions! Develop your book and receive tips, tricks, and feedback from a romance writer. A notebook, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Empower yourself to grow and thrive with Workforce Readiness, a three-part series led by Workforce Alliance. Learn to craft strong resumes, search effectively, and shine in interviews. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Immerse yourself in the Asian culture at the 45th Annual Wichita Asian Festival. The festival welcomes thousands of attendees each year to enjoy cultural performances, a pageant representing various ethnic backgrounds, and a wide variety of food and craft vendors.

The Global Learning Center is hosting the 72st Anniversary UN Banquet and Award Ceremony.

PHYLLIS BENNIS HAS SPENT HER LIFE STUDYING THE MIDDLE EAST AND WRITING TWELVE BOOKS AND DOZENS OF ARTICLES ON THE REGION. A DYNAMIC SPEAKER AND A COMPASSIONATE PERSON, SHE IS A NATURAL TEACHER WHO FAIRLY AND CLEARLY EXPLAINS COMPLEX CONFLICTS. SHE IS ALSO A FELLOW OF THE TRANSNATIONAL INSTITUTE IN AMSTERDAM.
PHYLLIS HELPED FOUND THE U.S. CAMPAIGN FOR PALESTINIAN RIGHTS AND MORE RECENTLY SPENT SIX YEARS ON THE BOARD OF JEWISH VOICE FOR PEACE, WHICH SHE NOW SERVES AS INTERNATIONAL ADVISER. SHE HAS SERVED AS AN INFORMAL ADVISER TO MEMBERS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.