Free Tours for Wesley Towers Residents
People from all stages of life are welcome in our space.
Wesley Towers residents are invited on a monthly tour of our on-site galleries to experience the latest art exhibitions. We understand how important it is for people from all stages and walks of life to have access to a safe and welcoming environment where they can find recreational enjoyment. Tour attendees are encouraged to explore our community’s visual history via our Permanent Collection art exhibitions, as well as discover more about our current creative culture through exhibits featuring local and regional artists.
Other groups may also be eligible to receive free tours of our facility! Please contact us at (620)663-1081 to learn more.
Third Thursday Partnership
CELEBRATING CREATIVITY AND THE ARTS IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY.
We are proud to partner with the Hutchinson Recreation Commission to bring multiple annual arts festivals to downtown Hutch! Such events include the Street Art Festival in March and the Arts and Eats Festival in July, as well as many other arts-themed activities in Avenue A Park throughout the year in celebration of our community on each Third Thursday.
Shadow and Intern Support through the Boys and Girls Club and USD 308's EPIC Skillz Program
FOSTERing FUTURE GENERATIONS OF ARTISTIC LEADERSHIP.
We are proud to serve as one of many local organizations and businesses in support of USD 308's Epic Skillz program! Students in this program look at career possibilities in our community and learn important skills through hands-on activities that increase their knowledge and employability within their chosen field. We are proud to support the development of the youth that will one day lead our local arts community.
Mental Health Awareness Advocacy in partnership with the Milestone Clubhouse
ADVOCATING FOR MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Starting in 2022, the Hutchinson Art Center partnered with the Milestone Clubhouse to provide their members with creative outlets and opportunities to share their stories as individuals with mental illnesses. Such opportunities have involved painting classes, a featured art exhibition in our front gallery, and a Third Thursday interactive community project advocating for mental health awareness. We are proud to partner with the Milestone Clubhouse in an effort to advocate for mental health awareness within our community!
Artists in Their Space: A Mini-Documentary Series
Photo by the HutchCC Media Program
Artists share their stories.
Artists in Their Space is a series of interviews with artists who have exhibited in our gallery between 2018 and 2021. This series is produced by the Hutchinson Art Center, Hutchinson Community College Media Program, and Blue Barn Productions. This project partnered college students studying film and digital media with our local organization and a local photography and film company, helping them gain real-world knowledge and experience with tools, techniques and clients. Click the button below to view all episodes for free on YouTube!
Hutchinson Art Association Permanent Collection
Untitled Ceramic Bowl by the Shipibo-Conibo People
Photo by the Hutchinson Art Center
Preserving local and historic artwork
Our Permanent Collection features important artwork collected by the Hutchinson Art Association, the group that has operated the Hutchinson Art Center since 1949. This project is the culmination of the art association’s 70 year history in Hutchinson and it continues to grow year after year. Our collection currently features nearly 400 works of local, regional, and international fine art.
Click the buttons below to view all of our collected artworks.
Do you have an idea for an artistic project?
Photo by the Hutchinson Art Center
we’d love to hear from you!
Whether it’s providing you with connections to people in the right fields, or helping you get your hands on materials, we want to see our local artists thrive. Feel free to contact us with questions!
(620) 662 - 1081
hac@hutchinsonartcenter.net