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Ulrich Museum of Art

Ulrich Museum of Art
1845 Fairmount Street
316-978-3664

The Ulrich Museum of Art, located on the campus of Wichita State University, is the region's source for modern and contemporary art. Since its founding in 1974, the museum has served as Wichita's premier venue for contemporary works by established and emerging artists of national and international significance. A lively schedule of provocative and challenging exhibitions is complemented by an important collection of 20th-century painting, sculpture, works on paper, and photography, as well as works by 21st-century artists.

Mission Statement:

Expand human experience through encounters with the art of our time.


Recent News

Ulrich Museum of Art News - August 26, 2024

COMMUNITY EVENT THIS WEEK! FALL 2024 EXHIBITION OPENING CELEBRATION Thursday, August 29 5:30-8 p.m. FREE Join us for an exploration of our newest Ulrich50 exhibitions on display this fall: Dream Machine: Fantasy,…

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Ulrich Museum of Art News - July 29, 2024

IN OUR GALLERIES GALLERY UPDATE Here's what's going on—and coming up—in our galleries: Grafly Gallery: Ulrich Co-Lab Phase 2 open now through December 7 For the second phase of this visitor-centered curatorial experiment, we…

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Exhibition: Urban Canvas - Exploring Muralism in Wichita at Ulrich Museum of Art

Urban Canvas celebrates the vibrant and diverse public murals that adorn our city’s walls. The exhibit showcases the work of regional, national, and international artists who transform Wichita’s landscape into a colorful and dynamic…

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Exhibition: The Ulrich Co-Lab, Phase 1 at Ulrich Museum of Art

The Ulrich Co-Lab is a visitor-centered curatorial experiment where we encourage our visitors to share their thoughts, feelings, and responses to our permanent collection. Historically, museums have sought to inform and educate the public by…

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Ulrich Museum of Art News - March 18, 2024

SENIOR WEDNESDAY DANCING DOCENTS WITH MINA ESTRADA Wednesday, March 20 10 a.m. Refreshments 10:30 a.m. Program Ulrich Museum FREE This month's Senior Wednesday features a presentation by Mina Estrada, program director of WSU’s dance…

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James Porter to Receive President's Disinguished Service Award

SHOCKER PRIDE CELEBRATION: 9 A.M. | FRIDAY, MAY 3 WOOLSEY HALL | WSU RSVP HERE BY MAY 1 The Ulrich Museum is proud to announce that our Exhibition Designer and Production Manager James Porter has been selected as a recipient of the President's…

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Ulrich Museum of Art News - March 5, 2024

ARTIST WORKSHOP LEARN ABOUT THE PROCESS OF BRONZE POURING FROM BARRY BADGETT Thursday, March 7, 2024 5:30 p.m. Meet at Dr. Sam & Jacqui Kouri Collection Study Center 6 p.m. Presentation at WSU Henrion Hall Sculpture Studio Join us…

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Ulrich Museum Of Art News - January 22, 2024

ULRICH50 EVENT SPRING 2024 EXHIBITION OPENING CELEBRATION Thursday, January 25, 2024 from 5:30-8 p.m. Ulrich Museum of Art Happy Anniversary, Ulrich Museum of Art! The Museum turns 50 this year and we are ready to party!! Join us from…

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Last Call for Fall Exhibitions

LAST CALL FOR FALL 2023 EXHIBITIONS! The Fall 2023 semester is quickly coming to a close, and so are this season's exhibitions! Don't miss your chance to see these while you can: - Lesley Dill, Wilderness: Light Sizzles Around Me is closing…

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Ulrich Museum Of Art News - Jo Reinert To Serve As Interim Curator

Jo Reinert To Serve As Interim Curator Of Modern And Contemporary Art We are excited to announce that Jo Reinert, currently our Registrar and Collections Manager, has taken on the role of Interim Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art. Jo’s…

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This Week: Voices from the Vault with Chaz Guest

Social Justice in Our Community: Haley Kottler Tuesday, September 26 5:30 Reception 6 p.m. Program Free Join us for "Justice for All: Making Kansas a More Thriving, Inclusive, and Just State" by Haley Kottler, Thriving and Integrated Voter…

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This Week! Fall Exhibition Opening Celebration!

THIS WEEK! Fall Exhibition Opening Celebration Thursday, August 24 5-8 p.m. Ulrich Museum galleries We can't wait to share this season's exhibitions with you! Good news: the wait is over! Join us from 5-8 p.m., this Thursday, August 24 for our…

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Ulrich Museum Of Art Wanted : Docents And Other Volunteers

We Need You! Volunteer Today! The Ulrich is seeking docents and volunteers of all kinds. Our fun and educational programming, tours, and community events couldn't happen without the support of our amazing volunteers! Volunteering in the arts…

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Ulrich Museum Of Art News - July 10, 2023

Dr. Ajita Rattani | DeepFake Detection: Challenges and Future Research Directions Thursday, July 13 5:30 p.m. | Reception 6 p.m. | Program Beren Gallery Synthesized media, also called deepfakes, has become a major political and societal threat.…

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Ulrich Museum Of Art News - June 20, 2023

Senior Wednesday The Other F Word: Stories of Feminism in Wichita Wednesday, June 21 10 a.m. | Refreshments 10:30 a.m. | Program Polk/Wilson Gallery Join us Wednesday for a panel discussion with three influential Wichita women—Elma…

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Ulrich Museum Of Art News - May 26, 2023

Be sure to plan around our holiday hours to see our summer exhibitions now on display Thanks to all who attended our Summer 2023 Exhibition Opening Celebration Thursday night! It was great to see you! If you couldn't make it, plan to visit soon.…

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Ulrich Museum of Art News - May 16, 2023

Senior Wednesday | Artist Talk Micala Gingrich Gaylord: Love Is Memory TOMORROW Wednesday, May 17 10 a.m. Refreshments | 10:30 a.m. Program Polk/Wilson Gallery As part of Wichita's city-wide event line-up for The Big Read, Wichita artist Micala…

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Susan Copich: Staged Stories Opens This Week at Ulrich Museum of Art

How to Talk About Feeling Bad: Suicide Prevention Guide Zine Launch Party Thursday, May 4 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ulrich Galleries and Skywalk Join us to celebrate the release of a new mental health resource for our community. How to Talk About Feeling Bad…

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Claudia Pederson and Andrea Horbinski will Present This Week at Beren Gallery

Claudia Pederson: Curating Mapping Entanglements Tuesday, April 25 5:30 p.m. Reception 6 p.m. Program Beren Gallery In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Finger Lakes Environmental Film Festival theme “Entanglements,” the…

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Ulrich Museum of Art : Artstream Nomadic Gallery on Campus Monday and Tuesday

Artstream Nomadic Gallery on Campus Monday and Tuesday Monday, March 27 & Tuesday, March 28: Gallery opens each day at 9 a.m., between the Ulrich Museum & McKnight Art Center All workshops and lectures take place Monday and Tuesday in…

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Ulrich Museum of Art U-News Weekly Newsletter - March 6, 2023

Ulrich Museum of Art U-News Weekly Newsletter - February 28, 2023 Faculty Talks | Artist Talks Jennifer Ray & Amanda Pfister Tuesday, March 7 11:15 a.m. Photographer Jennifer Ray tackles the US’s violent past and present. Amanda Pfister…

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Ulrich Museum of Art U-News Weekly Newsletter - February 28, 2023

Let Your Voice Be Heard: Museums Advocacy Day 2023 Museum professionals and supporters from across the country are uniting as one voice for Museums Advocacy Day to make the critical case for museums directly to their representatives, taking part…

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Ulrich Museum of Art U-News Weekly Newsletter - February 14, 2023

Senior Wednesday | Faculty Talks | Artist Talk Tyler Stonestreet and Tim Stone Wednesday, February 15 10 a.m. Program | 10:45 a.m. Refreshments Tyler Stonestreet creates ceramics that are an extension of the stories that shape him as a person.…

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Ulrich Museum of Art -Art History Talk and Student Curated Exhibits

Art History Talk Dr. Brittany Lockard: Look at Her! I Don't Think So. A Narrative Meditation on Power, Beauty Standards, and Sexual Assault Tuesday, February 7 5:30 p.m. Reception 6 p.m. Program Beren Gallery In the past decade, several…

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Ulrich Museum of Art -Spring Exhibition Opening Celebration This Thursday 26, 2023

Public Event Spring Exhibition Opening Celebration Tomorrow | Thursday, January 26 5-8 p.m. We can't wait to see you tomorrow when we celebrate the Ulrich Museum's spring 2023 exhibitions with an opening party featuring music, food, fun, and…

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Ulrich Museum of Art : Tour the Art of Woolsey Hall

Senior Wednesday Tour the Art of Woolsey Hall with Trish Higgins Wednesday, January 18 Refreshments 10 a.m. | Tour 10:30 a.m. We're excited to kick off our Spring 2023 programming schedule with a by-demand tour lead by gallerist and curator…

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Ulrich Museum of Art Save the Date: Spring Exhibition Opening Celebration

Public Event Spring Exhibition Opening Celebration Thursday, January 26 5-8 p.m. Happy 2023! Artists and art fans: save the date and let's celebrate the Ulrich Museum's spring exhibitions with an opening party featuring music, food, fun, and…

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