In a recent article by The Travel, Midwestern State University landed the number one spot for the most beautiful college campus in the Lone Star State. This recognition highlights the stunning surroundings that make MSU Texas a remarkable place to learn and grow. From performances at the Fain Fine Arts Center to the dozens of…
The “Better Together” created by Jesse Baggett and Steve Hilton has won the People’s Choice Award from the Texas Downtown Association in the Best Public Improvement in the Population over 50,000 category. The mural is located on a parking garage in one of the most heavily populated areas of the Downtown District. The four-story artwork…
Nakamatsu Trio guests for classical music event Midwestern State University’s Music Series at Akin will open its 13th season with the Nakamatsu Trio. The trio includes returning guest Jon Nakamatsu on piano, violinist Jennifer Frautschi, and cellist Bion Tsang. They will perform at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, in Akin Auditorium at MSU Texas. The…
The Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts and Culture is pleased to announce a weeklong residency of the talented Texas Shakespeare Festival. The Kilgore College-based professional theatre company will tour across North Texas in November. The company will offer a public workshop on November 9th in partnership with Backdoor Theatre, followed by a one-night-only public performance…
Tickets are now available for the 2023 Arts and Cultural Empowerment (ACE) Awards luncheon hosted by the Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts and Culture. The event will recognize artists, art leaders, businesses, organizations, and individuals who have displayed consistent and exemplary support of the arts and culture in Wichita County. The 2023 ACE AwardsOctober 18, 202311:30…
The Friends of the Texas Historical Commission is pleased to offer a 3-day “Together in the Sandbox” workshop that will focus on the critical and often overlooked aspect of nonprofit administration—board development. The workshop will address the roles and responsibilities of nonprofit boards and will explore: Dates and Times September 26 – 28, 2023, 2:00 -3:30 p.m.…
Texas Commission on the Arts invites you to a free, optional convening titled (Re)building Audiences with your Community. Join us and our speakers to discover how engaging with your community can drive deeper, long-term involvement with your organization! Our speakers will discuss their specific strategies for acting in partnership with their communities and its impact…
The Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra is introducing a new membership for young professionals called “The Continuo Circle.” The mission of this group is to bring young professionals up to the age of 45 to the concert hall and give them the opportunity to meet fellow music lovers and members of the community. Membership includes access…
As cyclists and tourists prepare to take on the grueling 2023 Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred, we’ve created a list of the artistic treasures to explore in Wichita Falls beyond Finish Line Village! From art galleries and museums to entertaining live performances, vivid murals, and exciting sculptures, the City of Wichita Falls has a vibrant arts and culture…
The Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre will celebrate its 60th Season Diamond Jubilee Celebration. The season will celebrate everything that was past, present, and future. The WFBT Presents performance will celebrate founding Artistic Directors, Irina and Frank Pal in October. The organization will bring to the stage ballets that the Pal’s loved, and have alumni Erin…
After years of hard work, the Wichita Falls Museum of Art at MSU Texas Collection Database is now LIVE on its website. The WFMA’s extensive Online Collection Database is an indispensable tool in enhancing teaching, learning, and research activities. The Online Collection Database increases accessibility and collaboration, and it is free, convenient, and available anywhere…
Artist Jason Bly of Wichita Falls, Texas, has been honored at a regional juried art show. The Midwestern State University associate professor of art took second place at the 2023 Irene Rosenzweig Biennial Juried Exhibition in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, with his oil on-panel piece “Norepinephrine.” Juror Dr. Rachel Trusty, artist and visiting assistant professor at…