UPCOMING EVENTS
Upcoming events.
Find information about upcoming programs at Garden City Arts by viewing the calendar overview or scrolling down the page to find a list of events.
Artist Meet & Greet
Join us at Garden City Arts for a special artist meet and greet celebrating “From the Seat of a Bike,” a photography exhibition by Kansas photographer and cyclist WenDee Rowe. Enjoy an afternoon of art and conversation while learning about the stories and landscapes that inspired the images in this unique collection.
A lifelong cyclist and explorer, Rowe has spent decades traveling Kansas backroads and communities. Nearly all of the photographs featured in this exhibit were captured from the seat of her bicycle, offering a personal perspective on the beauty and character of rural Kansas. In addition to her photography, Rowe is well known for her work with the Kansas Sampler Foundation and as co-author of Kansas Guidebook 2 for Explorers.
Jun 26th | 6-8PM
FREE
Location: Garden City Arts
Light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome.
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Acompañe a Garden City Arts para una charla y encuentro especial con la artista celebrando “Desde el Asiento de una Bicicleta,” una exposición fotográfica de la fotógrafa y ciclista de Kansas, WenDee Rowe. Disfrute de una tarde de arte y conversación mientras conoce las historias y los paisajes que inspiraron esta colección única de imágenes.
Ciclista y exploradora de toda la vida, Rowe ha pasado décadas recorriendo los caminos rurales y las comunidades de Kansas. Casi todas las fotografías incluidas en esta exposición fueron tomadas desde el asiento de su bicicleta, ofreciendo una perspectiva personal de la belleza y el carácter del Kansas rural. Además de su trabajo fotográfico, Rowe es reconocida por su labor con la Kansas Sampler Foundation y como coautora de Kansas Guidebook 2 for Explorers.
26 de junio | 6:00 - 8:00PM
GRATIS
Lugar: Garden City Arts
Se ofrecerán refrigerios ligeros. Todos son bienvenidos.
Reception for “Echos & Imprints”
Join Garden City Arts for an afternoon of art and conversation celebrating “Echoes and Imprints,” a collaborative exhibition featuring works by local artists Robin Valenzuela, Rachel Knowles, and Raquel Garcia. Representing three different generations of women, the exhibit explores shared themes of grief, dreams, strength, growth, and human connection through three distinct artistic perspectives.
Though each artist worked independently, the resulting exhibition reveals striking visual and emotional connections across the artwork, creating a thoughtful and deeply personal viewing experience. Guests are encouraged to spend time with the exhibit, explore the relationships between the pieces, and meet the artists behind the work.
Saturday, May 9 | 2–4 PM
FREE
Location: Garden City Arts
Light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome.
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Acompañe a Garden City Arts para una tarde de arte y conversación celebrando “Echoes and Imprints,” una exposición colaborativa con obras de las artistas locales Robin Valenzuela, Rachel Knowles y Raquel Garcia. Representando tres generaciones diferentes de mujeres, la exposición explora temas compartidos como el duelo, los sueños, la fortaleza, el crecimiento y la conexión humana a través de tres perspectivas artísticas únicas.
Aunque cada artista trabajó de manera independiente, la exposición revela sorprendentes conexiones visuales y emocionales entre las obras, creando una experiencia reflexiva y profundamente personal para el público. Invitamos a los visitantes a tomarse su tiempo para explorar las relaciones entre las piezas y conocer a las artistas detrás de la obra.
Sábado, 9 de mayo | 2–4 PM
GRATIS
Lugar: Garden City Arts
Se ofrecerán refrigerios ligeros. Todos son bienvenidos.
Reception for “Through My Eyes”
Join us at Garden City Arts for the opening reception of a new exhibition by mixed media artist Kayann Ausherman. Enjoy an afternoon of art and conversation as we welcome this accomplished Kansas artist to our gallery.
Ausherman is a self-taught artist from Haven, Kansas who returned to her childhood love of art in 2013. Drawing from a diverse background that includes anthropology and graphic design, she creates whimsical and expressive interpretations of familiar subjects. Her work often incorporates repurposed and unexpected materials such as wrappers, envelopes, postage stamps, and found papers, reflecting her love of experimentation and exploration.
Her artwork has been published in more than 25 national mixed media magazines, including Somerset Studio and Cloth Paper Scissors, and she has taught workshops throughout Kansas and beyond.
Light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome.
Saturday, March 21st | 1–3 PM
FREE
Location: Garden City Arts
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Acompáñenos en Garden City Arts para la recepción inaugural de la nueva exposición de la artista de técnica mixta Kayann Ausherman. Disfrute de una tarde de arte y conversación mientras damos la bienvenida a esta talentosa artista de Kansas a nuestra galería.
Ausherman es una artista autodidacta de Haven, Kansas, que retomó su pasión infantil por el arte en 2013. Con una formación diversa que incluye la antropología y el diseño gráfico, crea interpretaciones caprichosas y expresivas de temas familiares. Su obra a menudo incorpora materiales reutilizados e inesperados, como envoltorios, sobres, sellos postales y papeles encontrados, lo que refleja su pasión por la experimentación y la exploración.
Sus obras se han publicado en más de 25 revistas nacionales de técnica mixta, incluyendo Somerset Studio y Cloth Paper Scissors, y ha impartido talleres en todo Kansas y otros lugares.
Se ofrecerán refrigerios ligeros. Todos son bienvenidos.
Sábado, 21 de marzo | 13:00-15:00
GRATIS
Ubicación: Garden City Arts
Opening Reception
Join us at Garden City Arts for the opening reception of “Inventory,” a new exhibition by Kansas artist Matthew Miller. Enjoy an afternoon of great art and conversation as we celebrate the debut of this thoughtful body of work.
In his own words, Miller shares:
“I paint to better understand and maintain a direct connection with my community. It keeps me actively searching for new experiences every day. The whole process allows me to observe, interact with, and respond to change creatively. Thank you for your interest in my work.”
Matthew Miller was born in Topeka, Kansas and is a graduate of Fort Hays State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Art with an emphasis in painting in 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in History of Art from the University of Kansas.
Friday, January 17 | 2–4 PM
FREE
Location: Garden City Arts
Opening Reception for Marco Hernandez
Please stop by during the opening reception for Marco Hernandez’s exhibit ‘Entre dos Cultura’ or Between Two Cultures. Refreshments will be provided during this event. Stop by anytime between 3-5PM and stay as long as you would like while enjoying creative comradery. Marco will be giving an artist talk about his work starting at 4PM.
For more information contact the gallery by calling (620) 260-9700.
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Pase por aquí durante la recepción de apertura de la exposición de Marco Hernández "Entre dos Culturas". Se proporcionarán refrigerios durante este evento. Visítenos en cualquier momento entre las 3 y las 5 p. m. y quédese todo el tiempo que desee mientras disfruta de una camaradería creativa. Marco dará una charla de artista sobre su trabajo a partir de las 4 p.m.
Para más información comuníquese con la galería llamando al (620) 260-9700.
Opening Reception for Robert ‘Scarlet’ Joy
Please stop by during the opening reception for the late Robert ‘Scarlet’ Joy’s retrospective exhibit. Refreshments will be provided during this event. Stop by anytime between 1-3PM and stay as long as you would like while enjoying creative comradery.
For more information contact the gallery by calling (620) 260-9700.
Member Showcase - Reception
Please stop by during the reception for the Member Showcase on December 21st from 3-5PM. Refreshments will be provided as you enjoy great art and conversation.
For more information contact the gallery by calling (620) 260-9700.
Reception & Reading for Linda Lobmeyer
Please join us as we celebrate the release of Linda Lobmeyer’s book of poems ‘When I Forget the Words’. Linda will be reading from her book starting at 4:30PM. Refreshments will be provided.
ABOUT LINDA LOBMEYER
Linda Lobmeyer writes from the edge of the middle in southwest Kansas. Born, raised and residing in Finney County, her work express a deep sense of place. When I Forget the Words “charts life, loss and hope while exploring the richness of her deep faith.”(from Darkly Bright Press).
Holiday Open House
Stop by anytime between 1-5PM on Black Friday and 10 AM - 5 PM on Shop Small Business Saturday to find unique gifts from local artisans! We have a mixture of pottery, fine art, jewelry and gift items that are sure to please everyone on your Christmas list.
Almost all of our artists will be offering special deals off the items in their booth AND some will even have extended inventory set up in the gallery! These deals will ONLY be available during the Holiday Open House starting Friday at 1PM and going from 10AM-5PM on Saturday.
SWKS Squared Opening Reception
Garden City Arts will be hosting the first annual SWKS Squared Art Competition from October 4th - November 23rd. The winners of this year's competition will be announced at 6:30PM.
Please stop by during the opening reception on October 4th from 6-8PM to view the creations of the 37 artists who entered the competition this year. Refreshments will be provided as you enjoy great art and conversation.
For more information contact the gallery by calling (620) 260-9700.