MEET THE ARTISTS RECEPTION FOR ALL APRIL EXHIBITS: Saturday, April 27th at 5pm: Free for Members; $10 non-members – Refreshments Served. Thank you to our generous sponsors of these exhibits: Ninnescah Valley Bank; Mead Lumber; State Farm (Dan Gillig); Legacy Bank; Pratt Family Practice
South Reimer Gallery Room: April 27th through July 6, 2024: Don Woodard “Fine Art in Wood” This one-man show will feature painter and sculptor Don Woodard’s unique high and low relief, 3-dimensional paintings and mixed media artworks. Attend the reception to watch Mr. Woodard conduct a live wood carving demonstration
North Gallery Room Permanent Collection Retrospective Showcase Exhibition (April 27, 2024 through January 6, 2025) This year, the Filley celebrates a decade of collecting, preserving, and exhibiting art. In this retrospective display, we will look back at Dr Vernon and Emily “Mimi” Filley permanent collection pieces that have appeared in past exhibits. Let’s take time to reflect on the past ten years of incredible exhibits and all the ways art has enriched our lives, as we look towards a bright future.
“Roots” Corridor Exhibition Featuring the Photography of Penny Bortz (April 27th through October 26, 2024).
Penny Bortz has found inspiration in photographing tree roots for some time. In what she calls her “flagship” photo, she saw a rootball just hanging on the side of a rocky ledge and it spoke to her imagination. As she documented the sight with her camera, it prompted her to wonder what must have happened there – wind, rain, drought, and GROWTH. To Bortz, this was the key – growth-those roots went down deep. She says, “May this be a challenge for all of us. Putting “ROOTS” down deep enough to grow and endure the storms of life. This Exhibit showcases many of Bortz fascinating photographs of roots, displaying for the viewer the hidden life-sustaining systems that lie beneath.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
April 27th at 5pm: Meet the Artist Don Woodard This one-man show will feature painter and sculptor Don Woodard’s unique high and low relief, 3-dimensional paintings and mixed media artworks. The show will include his Pack-Horse Adventure Collection, artworks from his National Park Art Collection, and other select artworks.
The Free Filley Friday Lunch and Learn Events Occur on the First Friday of Each Month
Some of What We Offer
Connecting with the community in many different ways we strive to make your experience lasting. Working with local artists, bringing you education and art for sale, our support for the arts is something we value.
Art Workshops
Art classes now open for registration
Filley Shoppe
Featuring 40+ Kansas Artists
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What artists say about us
Dear Editor,
What a treasure you have in Pratt! The Vernon Filley Art Museum is truly a star among museums that display and market artists’ work. The staff is so professional and efficient! We don’t remember ever dealing with staff that is so good at organizing, hanging the paintings and using social media constantly throughout the show to let people know what is available in Pratt. The reception for the show was a real treat. The food presentation was metropolitan and an art in itself.
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Our Mission
The Vernon Filley Art Museum is a cultural center for the purpose of collecting, preserving, and exhibiting art. Our goal is to enhance cultural life in Kansas by providing access to the arts through exhibits and education.
About Us
The art museum is a 4,600 square foot facility located adjacent to the City Library at 421 South Jackson St., Pratt, KS 67124.
The brand new facility was constructed in June 2014.
Builder J.A. Knight & Sons
Schaefer Johnson Cox Frey Architecture
MUSEUM HOURS
Tuesday-Friday 9am-3pm Rental Hours by Special Arrangement |
ADMISSION
All Members FREE (Join Here)
Children under 5 and student groups with reservations FREE
$4 Adults
$3 Seniors (age 65+)
$3 College Students with ID/Teachers
$2 Youths (age 5-17)