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March 2013 |
Brought to you by the City of Wichita (KS) Division of Arts & Cultural Services. Click here to learn more about City of Wichita-managed museums, art galleries, arts programs and cultural centers. |
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CityArts
Spring Art Classes
There's no better time than now to take an art class at CityArts! The Spring session kicks off next Monday, March 24, with 63 different class options. Every day of the week holds something new for adults and youth. Here are just some of your choices (click on the class names to enroll online):
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Sky Art (youth), 5-6 p.m. for four weeks
Friday
Saturday
A complete list of classes and descriptions can be found here. For more information or to enroll, call (316) 350-3245 or go to WichitaTIX.com.
Art Show at the Dog Show
The 28th annual Art Show at the Dog has returned to CityArts' exhibition galleries and the Century II Concert Hall Foyer Gallery through April 7. It is an annual treat for dog lovers that includes 180 pieces of one-of-a-kind canine art. ... ( see photos)
The only exhibit of its kind anywhere that is dedicated solely to man's best friend, Art Show at the Dog Show includes paintings, photographs, sculpture, fiber and other unique pieces of art that are available for purchase. Artists from around the world - France, United Kingdom, United States and British Columbia - submitted works in hopes of being part of this very competitive exhibition.
Coming April 10-May 3:
Main Gallery: "Mystery in Stone," a collective of premiere Zimbabwean artsists representing first, second and third generation of stone sculptors
Main Gallery Hall and Third Floor Gallery: 4th District Congressional Art Exhibition sponsored by the Office of Congressman Mike Pompeo
Boardroom Gallery: "Style With Purpose," blown glass by Scott Garrelts
The exhibition galleries at CityArts are sponsored by The Arts Council. Admission is free during regular business hours. |
A partnership between
the City of Wichita and the
Mid-America All-Indian Center
Exhibit Opening Saturday
The Mid-America All-Indian Center is celebrating the opening of its newest exhibit "Carry Our Prayers to Heaven" with special $1 Museum admission for all ages from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. this Saturday, March 22. The exhibit features bird feathers and feathered objects from the mid-1880s to 1900s that continue to be held sacred by indigenous cultures around the world. All pieces are part of the Indian Center's permanent collection.
Click here for more more information about the exhibit and admission prices.
Education and Event Calendar
We encourage you to keep an eye on the Indian Center's calendar for updates about new events and programs.
March 22: Beginning Dream Catcher Workshop, 1-3 p.m. taught by local artist Michelle Conine. Learn how to make your own dream catcher. Cost: $10, Museum members; $20, non-members.
March 26: "American Indian Hand Games," part of the Share Our Culture bi-monthly lecture series, 7-9 p.m., Buffalo Hall. Free and open to the public.
March 29: Beaded Flip Flop Class, 1-3 p.m., taught by local artist Patricia Bird with assistance from Sierra Hulsey. Learn how you can turn boring summer footwear into something beautiful through beadwork. Cost: $10, Museum members; $20, non-members.
April 9: "Powwows: Arts & Crafts," part of the Share Our Culture bi-monthly lecture series, 7-9 p.m., Buffalo Hall. Free and open to the public.
April 12: Beaded Feather Earring Class, 10 a.m.-noon, taught by local youth artist Catherine Sutton. Making jewelry was never so much fun! Cost: $10 for Museum members; $20 for the general public.
May 4: 3rd Annual Benefit Car Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
For more details and information about any of these activities, please contact Education Coordinator Crystal Flannery-Bachicha by phone at (316) 350-3345 or e-mail cbachicha@wichita.gov. |
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Unless otherwise noted, tickets can be purchased by calling (316) 303-8100 or online at WichitaTIX.com.
March 22-23: Odyssey Dance Competition, presented by Odyssey Talent, Mary Jane Teall Theater. Saturday, 8 a.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m.
March 22: Beautillion 2014, presented by the Wichita Chapter of Links Inc., 6 p.m., Concert Hall.
March 29-30: Girls Day Out, sponsored by Care to Dance? Ballroom & Latin Dance Studio, Exhibition Hall. Saturday, 10 a.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.
April 2-5: 2014 Machine Quilters Showcase, presented by International Quilters Associations Inc., Expo Hall.
April 5-6: ODE TO JOY, presented by the Wichita Symphony Orchestra, Concert Hall. Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 3 p.m. To purchase tickets, call (316) 267-7658 or go to wso.org.
April 10: 2014 Classic Cars for Kids, presented by Wichita Children's Home, 6 p.m., Exhibition Hall.
April 12: EDGE-The Competition, presented by Edge National Talent Competition, 9 a.m., Mary Jane Teall Theater.
April 12: Giacomo Puccini's TOSCA, presented by Wichita Grand Opera., 7 p.m., Concert Hall. To purchase tickets, call (316) 262-8054 or go to wichitagrandopera.org.
April 15-17: MEMPHIS - National Broadway Tour, presented by Theater League, 7:30 p.m., Concert Hall.
Celtic Woman-The Emerald Tour, 7:30 p.m. Apr. 18, Concert Hall. To purchase tickets, call (316) 303-8100 or visit www.wichitaTIX.com.
April 24: 56th Annual Pancake & Sausage Day, presented by Wichita Downtown Lions Club, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Exhibition Hall.
April 26: 19th Annual Midwest Winefest Grand Tasting, presented by Midwest Winefest, 6-9 p.m., Convention and Exhibition Hall.
April 26: Léon Minkus' DON QUIXOTE - A Ballet in Three Acts, presented by Wichita Grand Opera and featuring the Russian National Ballet Theatre , 7 p.m., Concert Hall. To purchase tickets, call (316) 262-8054 or go to wichitagrandopera.org.
April 28: Red Green Tour, 7 p.m., Concert Hall. |
Cowtown
A partnership between
the City of Wichita and
Women's History Month at Cowtown
March is Women's History Month. To celebrate, Cowtown is proud to announce the opening of a new exhibit building, the McKenzie House. It represents the type of house a single woman would own or rent after immigrating to Wichita in the 1880s.
The Mckenzie House is one of 54 original and re-created buildings on Cowtown's grounds that can be toured anytime between 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Guided tours can be arranged by calling 316-350-3323.
The McKenzie House is located in Cowtown's residential section, behind the One Room School House and across the street from the Murdock House that was owned by Wichita Eagle founder Col. Marshall M. Murdock. After the arrival of railroads, not just families and farmers came to Wichita, but single men, ethnic minorities and single women. The McKenzie House tells the story of the only schoolteacher listed in the 1878 City of Wichita directory, Rebecca L. Duff, who arrived from Illinois with only a few items to start a life in Wichita.
The Mckenzie House was donated to Cowtown in 1961 by Leo McKenzie, whose family owned Wichita Carriage Works. The home is believed to have been built in the 1880s and located at 3rd and Water Streets. The McKenzie family also donated the Story & 1/2 House to Cowtown.
What's your Cowtown IQ?
Click on the image below to take our poll. Log onto Cowtown's Facebook page on March 28 for the answer.
Empire House Live! Series
Cowtown's Empire House Live! 2014 performance series continues this month with shows that are full of laughter and magic.
We invite you to these upcoming performances:
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March 29
& April 12
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Curtis Waltermire, The Mentalist
8 p.m., Empire House Theater
cash bar
Buy $10 tickets online | |
April 18
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But We Digress Comedy Improv, (family-friendly) | |
April 19
& May 17 |
Say What?! Comedy Improv, (intended for mature audiences) |
Cowtown's Empire House Theater seats up to 150 people, meaning there isn't a bad seat in the house. Audience members enjoy an up-close-and-personal experience with the performers. To find out more about the series and the Empire House Theater venue, contact Teddie Barlow at Cowtown, (316) 350-3321.
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Arts Around Wichita
The Arts Council is a local nonprofit organization designated by the City of Wichita to promote arts and culture opportunities in Wichita. The Arts Council is housed at CityArts. By keeping the public up to date on what is happening in the arts community, Arts Council members are helping build Wichita's future. The Arts Council's website WichitaArts.com includes a community arts calendar and information about local arts and culture organizations. If you would like your organization's events and profile listed on WichitaArts.com, please contact Arts Council Marketing Chair Joe Miller.
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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