112 E 11th . Hays, Kansas . 785-625-7522
Hays arts center
exhibitions, programs & events
Smoky Hill Opening & Spring Art Walk
Join us Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 10am to 4pm for our Spring Art Walk, anchored by the opening of the Smoky Hill Art Exhibition. A concert by FHSU Jazz Bands will be Friday, April 30, 7pm at the Downtown Pavilion. For a complete list of Art Walk locations and features, follow the link below
25th Annual Famous Figures
This performing arts project for Ellis County 5th grade students promotes research skills, awareness & appreciation of a positive role model, thinking & writing in a creative manner, and developing acting and public speaking skills
- watch for finalist videos coming soon!
37TH ANNUAL FIVE STATE PHOTOGRAPHY
This annual photography competition and exhibition is open to photographers in Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Colorado. Follow the link below for details and entry form for this year's Five State Photography Competition
jay & leslie's laughing matters
Our annual school residency & public performance with Jay & Leslie Cady had to be presented in a manner as unique as this year. But, with the support of our sponsors, we did it. . . and, we have all their performances here for you! Follow the link below for the videos & info on these special artists.
aces & eights exhibition & auction
This exhibition and special event was developed to engage and entertain during a time of limited in-person arts experiences. While the event has concluded, the collection, as well as information on, and personal links to, the 52 artists who generously donated their work, can be still enjoyed through the auction site link below
"A Quiet America" & "Back to Hays"
The 1976 Swiss documentary on Hays, Kansas is now available for viewing, as is the 2015 sequel produced by one of the original filmmakers
2021 Hays Arts Council Art Walks
Spring Art Walk - Saturday, May 1
with FHSU Jazz Band concert Friday, April 30
Summer Art Walk - Friday, June 18
Fall Art Walk - Friday, August 27
Winter Art Walk -Friday, December 3
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