The Forum Wichita Falls

11/27/2025

Our hearts are full today. As we gather with friends and family, we’re especially grateful for YOU. Our supporters, board members, volunteers, donors, and friends who believe in the power of the arts to transform our community.

Because of your generosity this year, we’ve been able to:
✨ Bring new and established artists into our galleries
✨ Support arts education programs that reached students across the region and in rural areas
✨ Preserve and activate our historic spaces - Kemp Center for the Arts and the The Forum
✨ Expand creative opportunities that make Wichita Falls a more vibrant place to live
You can find our full Impact Report here: https://bit.ly/ACWF2425ImpactReport

Your support doesn’t just keep the arts alive — it helps them thrive. Thank you for investing in creativity, culture, and community. We’re grateful today and every day.

From all of us at the Arts Council WF, Happy Thanksgiving!

11/25/2025

Wishing you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving week. Our offices at the Kemp Center for the Arts and The Forum Wichita Falls will be closed from 11/26-30. We'll see you next Monday morning, 12/1, at 9am for our regular business hours!

If you have an urgent need or question, please contact us at [email protected] or (940) 767-2787 ext. 111.

11/22/2025

Add that something extra to your holiday gifts this year with hand-printed gift tags! You’ll learn the basics of creating a block print using the trending “pink eraser” method. Then use your print blocks to create custom gift tags, perfect for adding that artistic flair to your gift-giving.

Details and to sign up: artscouncilwf.org/ARTLAB2025PrintedGiftTags
Date: Tuesday, December 2
Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Fee: $20
Age: Teens/Adults

11/21/2025

We get it. Life is busy! If you didn't have a chance to bid or get the piece you wanted in the auction, check out the unsold pieces here: https://events.readysetauction.com/artscouncilwichitafallsareainc/orgexhibits6x62025u/catalog/items?filter=closing&page=3

You can pay online or in person at the Kemp Center by cash or check. 🎁 These would make fabulous holiday gifts and are only $10 and $20!

11/20/2025

Only a few more hours left to view the 6x6 ROYGBIV exhibit and get your bids in! Here's a quick look at ALLLLLLLL of the 129 original works of art by 85 talented artists.

View each piece and bid online before 8pm TONIGHT: events.readysetauction.com/artscouncilwichitafallsareainc/orgexhibits6x62025u

11/19/2025

Get your last minute bids in before 8:00pm Thursday evening! ⏰There are several amazing pieces of artwork that haven't been bid on yet. Snag an original painting, photograph, drawing or mixed media for as low as $25 and $10!

Click here to view the exhibit and bid - https://events.readysetauction.com/artscouncilwichitafallsareainc/orgexhibits6x62025u/catalog/items

11/19/2025

🌽 This week our students are creating fun thanksgiving ornaments while learning about beading. Check out these great beaded corn cobs made by Ms Kaspar’s Grade 5 students at Zundy Elementary in Wichita Falls.

11/18/2025

Wanna bid on the 6x6 exhibit but don’t live nearby? We can SHIP to you! Once the auction closes at 8pm this Thursday, Nov. 20th, please contact [email protected] with your information and we will follow up with shipping cost. Happy bidding! 🔗 Link to bid: events.readysetauction.com/artscouncilwichitafallsareainc/orgexhibits6x62025u

11/05/2025

Calling all animal lovers! 🐈🐶🐟🦇 We have FUN and delightfully ADORABLE exhibit opening at The Forum this week and the artist will also be attending the 6X6 ROYGBIV: Artist Reception & Color Party tomorrow night too! She will be set up creating personalized doodles of YOUR pet(s), so bring in a photo and join us for the party.

Doodles are $10 for one animal and $5 for additional, up to 3. All donations for the doodles go back to the Arts Council and our galleries programming to help keep it free and open to the public!

"My dream job was to work with animals and make art. I've accomplished half, working professionally in animal welfare and veterinary hospitals, fostering rescues over the years, and advocating for bats as a permitted wildlife rehabber. My creative hand has recently bridged the gap with pet portraits and donating art to benefit animal rescues." Learn so much more about Kim and her work: https://youtu.be/3mN8M-z7oZk

All artwork is for sale and can be purchased online: artscouncilwf.org/exhibits/okeefe2025

Whimsical illustrations of creatures both real and imaginary.

10/17/2025

We are honored to be the venue for so many unique and amazing events held each year. Empty Bowls is a really special one and we love how they utilized the full building for their layout. It's always so much fun watching your events come to life and we love getting to be a part of it!

10/06/2025

Happening this Wednesday evening at the Forum! Free admission.

09/29/2025

We have Saturday openings at The Forum this October and we are ready to book your events! Needing a venue for a birthday party, baby shower, luncheon, or something even a little larger? We've got options that will fit your event size and vibe! Book for an upcoming Saturday and get the room from 9:00am to 5pm for as low as $250.

📞 (940) 767-2787 ext. 200
📩 [email protected]

09/29/2025

UPCOMING CLASSES!

🦪 Art Lab: Girl With A Pearl Earring
🗓️ Thursday, Oct. 9th - 5:30 to 8pm @ The Forum
📲 Sign up online: artscouncilwf.org/ARTLAB2025Jewelry1
Inspired by Johannes Vermeer’s iconic painting "Girl With A Pearl Earring", you will learn about the artist, his style, and his work. We will discuss the basics of pearls, what to look for and how to take care of them. You will learn how to identify sterling silver and how to care for it. You get to choose which set of earrings and necklace that you want to make: diamonds or circles.

🐶 Art Lab: Paint Your Pet!
🗓️ Thursday, Oct. 16th - 6 to 8pm @ Kemp Center
📲 Sign up online: artscouncilwf.org/ARTLAB2025PaintYourPet
Is your fur baby your favorite child? Then this class is for you! Join us for a fast, fun painting class to create a one-of-a-kind keepsake of a beloved pet. You’ll bring a photo of your furry friend, and our teacher will guide you through the process of creating an 8”x10” portrait on canvas. This class is suitable for beginners or anyone looking for a fun and relaxed activity.

08/08/2025

A few tickets are still available for Perfect Pair: A Food + Drink Affair this Thursday at 6:00 PM at The Forum! 🍽️ artscouncilwf.org/PerfectPair2025

We're sending out a HUGE THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors, supporters and donors — your kindness helps fuel creativity across our community. 🤍 All proceeds from Perfect Pair help fund free arts education programs for Wichita Falls and the surrounding 12-county region. Come enjoy a great evening and support a great cause!