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City of Wichita
Arts & Culture Update
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May 2011 | | Brought to you by the City of Wichita, Kansas' Division of Arts & Cultural Services. Click here to learn more about Wichita's museums, art galleries, arts programs and cultural centers. |
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 Community Arts Lecture
Part 3 of the City of Wichita's "Arts and Culture Industry Lecture Series" continues with:
"Funding Capacity"
11 a.m.-noon, Saturday, June 25
Century II, 225 W. Douglas
A session that will be of interest to staff and board members of profit and nonprofit art organizations and the general public that supports the arts. The focus will be on these four subjects that all tie into the financial stability of arts organizations: Revenues (maximizing current sources of revenues/funding), innovation (creating new business models and approaches to programming), reach (growing audiences, donor bases, board membership) and collaboration (creating community partnerships that are financially beneficial).
Click here for the schedule of upcoming lectures.
Seattle-based public artist and environmental designer Vicki Scuri (pictured above) presents at the May 14 lecture. She spoke about ways to successfully integrate art into architecture as a way to beautify a community. Click here to see examples of innovative artwork around the United States and world that enhances the built environment and improves citizens' quality of life. |
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CityArts
(316) 462-2787
334 N. Mead
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Be amazed at what you can create! Take a class at CityArts. Look over our Summer Art Class Schedule and sign up TODAY. All ages welcome. |
The 'American Van Gogh'
As part of the City of Wichita's yearlong celebration of Kansas' 150th birthday in 2011, CityArts is holding a special lecture about Birger Sandzan on June 16. The iconic painter lived most of his life in Lindsborg, KS and is referred to as the "American Van Gogh." ... (read more)
Final Friday "Bergen Sculpture Studio Artists," featuring the work of Dr. Richard Bergen, will open in CityArts' Main Gallery on Friday, May 27. Bergen holds an important place in Kansas history as the creator of the "Ad Astra" sculpture that is on top of the Kansas Capitol dome.
Click here for more information about CityArts exhibits. |
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Indian Center
(316) 350-3341
650 N. Seneca
American Indian Festival
The Mid-America All-Indian Center is looking for volunteers to assist in various capacities during the American Indian Festival for four-hour time periods. The majority of help is needed with children's hands-on activities.
The festival is scheduled for July 9-10 in Century II Expo Hall. Between 7,000-10,000 people are expected to attend.
Booth space is also available. Retail stores, arts and craft vendors, health and wellness facilities, nonprofit organizations and schools are welcome. Booth prices start at $200 for both days.
Those interested in volunteering or securing booth space should contact April Scott at (316) 350-3340 or ascott@wichita.gov.
Demystifying Powwows
The Indian Center will host lectures on "Shawls" (June 8) and "Powwow Dances" (June 22). Both are from 7-9 p.m. in the Buffalo Room. The lectures are free and open to the public.
They are tied to the Indian Center's American Indian Festival July 9-10 at Century II Expo Hall. So often people who are not connected to the American Indian community don't attend powwows because they aren't sure if they're welcome and don't understand the meaning of what is going on around them. These lectures are intended to "demystify" powwow activities for the general public and reinforce the fact that everyone is welcome.
Shawl-Making Classes
The Indian Center is sponsoring shawl-making classes on June 4 and 25. Each class costs $20 per person, plus the cost of materials. Registration is limited to the first 12 participants. ... ( read more) |
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Century II
(316) 264-9121
225 W. Douglas
Unless otherwise noted, tickets can be purchased by calling (316) 219-4TIX or online at WichitaTIX.com.
June 8-12: The Music Man, presented by Music Theatre of Wichita, Concert Hall. Wednesday-Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For tickets, call 265-3107.
June 22-26: Finian's Rainbow, presented by Music Theatre of Wichita, Concert Hall. Wednesday-Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For tickets, call 265-3107.
June 25-26: Metcalf Gun & Knife Show, presented by Warren Metcalf Productions, Expo Hall. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. |
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Cowtown
Re-creating One Day in Wichita's History
Don't miss Old Cowtown Museum's Frozen in Time event this Saturday (May 2 8). All
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Victorian dress-fitting demonstrations are one of the many activities planned during "Frozen in Time." |
activities will mirror events that took place in Wichita on May 28 in the 1870s. (Schedule of Events) "We're excited to let visitors observe and participate in a typical day in Wichita's history," said Cowtown Director David Flask. "People will come away with fun pieces of information. They may be surprised to learn that one Victorian dress required 23 measurements and that couples usually got married after church on Sundays because that is when they were dressed in their best clothing."
Burlesque Returns!
Due to overwhelming demand, Dr. Dillinger's Freaks and Floozies performance troupe is bringing "An Evening of Burlesque" back to Old Cowtown Museum for two performances June 10-11.
The show's lineup includes burlesque dancer Eartha Delights (founder of the Kansas City Burlesque Symposium), the Wichita Burlesque Troupe, The Ukuladies all-girl ukulele band, comedy and sideshow acts and Vaudeville performances. There will be a cash bar.
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Eartha Delights (founder of the Kansas City Burlesque Symposium) will headline the June 10-11 Burlesque show. |
Fourth of July Fun
Cowtown is hosting a huge Fourth of July celebration that the entire family is invited to attend!
The fun-filled event is schedule for 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 2. ( Admission prices).
There will be:
- Carnival games
- Celebrity Pie Eating Contest featuring Wichita's TV, newspaper and radio personalities! Wichita Mayor Carl Brewer will be the host!
- Pie Eating Contest for the public with prizes
- Sack races with prizes
- Horseshoe toss
- Cow pie throwing
- Watermelon seed spitting contest with prizes
- Dancing shows by the Dixie Lee Saloon Girls, Entre Nous Victorian Dancers, Belly Dancers and Gypsies
- Magic demonstrations
- Lots of food and beverages and a beer garden
- Music and more!
Mark your calendars now! |
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Arts Around Wichita
May 30: Memorial Day Celebration The gardens will be open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and admission is $3 for all ages. Members, as always, are free. A hot dog lunch will be available for purchase from the Friends of Botanica from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Picnics are also encouraged. The Wichita Community Band will play a free concert from 1-1:45 p.m. Free ice cream will be available for visitors to enjoy and the Butterfly House will be open. The beautiful, natural setting that Botanica provides also makes it a great place to reflect, recognize and honor your loved ones on this special holiday. Sponsored for the community by Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and Downing & Lahey Mortuary and Crematory. For more information, call (316) 264-0448 or go to botanica.org. Click here for a complete calendar of events.
Wichita Art Museum
June 9: Lunch and Learn
Listen as Kansas author Robert Day discusses art inspired by a bar setting. Lunches will be available for purchase. Place call the Muse at (316) 268-4973 to reserve your lunch and pay upon arrival with cash or check. This program is brought to you in partnership with the Wichita Public Library. For more information, call (316) 268-4921 or visit wichitaartmuseum.org. Click here for a complete calendar of events.
Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
June 22: Senior Wednesday
"Wichita's Early Auto Dealerships" with Dr. Jim Mershon. Doors open at 9:30 a.m.; program begins at 10 a.m. Light refreshments served. Cost is $2 for non-members, members are free. Funded in part by the Kansas Health Foundation.For more information, call (316) 265-9314 or go to wichitahistory.org. Click here for a complete calendar of events.
Go Wichita Convention and Visitors Bureau
Get the inside scoop on the latest Wichita events, festivals, attractions, vacation packages and special offers from Go Wichita! Click here to stay current on everything that's happening in Wichita. For more information, call (316) 265-2800 or (800) 288-9424.
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