Recycled Rhythm

Performers Nancy Johnson and Dominique Corbeil take students on an in-depth look at how rhythm is written and played. Students will create a string instrument of their own with recycled materials and then play some rhythms on those instruments. The workshop will...

Charlotte's Web

Charlotte's Web is based on E.B. White's loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan...

The Magic of Science

We use science every day without even realizing it. This fast-paced performance may be followed by up to 4 workshops with individual classes, which will all need to be in the same location, on the same day as the performance. Workshops are only available after a...

Check Out Boxes

A great resource for classroom use, our Check-Out Boxes can add a lot to your science curriculum. We have A-Z Boxes that focus on a specific animal. STEAM Kits include an experiment or a hands-on activity suitable for two to four students to engage at the same time....

Zoom with the Zoo

Let us take you on a virtual tour of the Zoo or present a program about a specific topic to your students! Visit the Zoo using most web-based platforms. We are currently able to use Zoom, Skype, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams. Feel free to contact us if you use an...

Zooreach

People kindergarten and older will enjoy animals and artifacts during a 45-minute ZooReach program. Animal Tales programs are available for Pre-K and kindergarten groups. Amazing Animal Assembly is designed for groups of 70 people or more in 1st through 5th Grade....

Investigation Stations

Investigation Station programs are designed for groups of 10 or more and are in line with the Kansas State Standards for Science (KCCRSS). Each station can accommodate one classroom of students. Groups are assigned based on grade and group size. Possible topics...

The Jester Awards Program

In 2002, MTW launched the Jester Awards program, bringing positive attention to area high schools for the excellence of the musical shows being produced on their campuses. With a skilled and dedicated team of judges attending dozens of performances, the Jester Awards...

Art Garden Sculptures

Explore concepts such as shape, scale, space, and texture by viewing sculptures in WAM's newly redesigned Art Garden opening to the public on September 26, 2015. There are sculptures around every twist and bend; from artist Henry Moore to Tom Otterness. Be among...

Simple Machines

This program will teach students about simple machines and how they can be found in everyday life. Students will then get to use simple machines to create artwork that they can take home. Program can be offered at the museum or at the school, and can be tailored to...

Children's Concerts

POPs for KIDs usually sponsors at least one Children's Concert each year, presenting a major recitalist in a program especially designed for young audiences. Programs are announced in the Wichita Eagle, the Arts Partners Newsletter, and in the Wichita Chapter AGO...