Museums are known as repositories of culture, where objects — whether artworks, utilitarian items, or anthropological artifacts — tell the stories of different communities. In Getting Personal, the Ulrich invites you to share a piece of your personal story by contributing an object from your life or connection to this area.

From February through the end of the exhibition in December 2025, you can participate in two ways: by submitting an object that holds personal meaning for you or by sharing an object related to Wichita. Each submission should include a short paragraph explaining the object’s significance. Fill out this form to participate.

Our team will review each contribution and follow up with you about the next steps. Selected objects will be displayed at the Ulrich from August through December 2025. All objects will be returned to their owners in January 2026. You may choose to share your story anonymously or with your name — it’s entirely up to you!

The goal of this final phase of the Ulrich Co-Lab is to gather and share the histories of our community, fostering connections and empathy as we reflect on our shared present and past.

The Ulrich Co-Lab: Getting Personal

August 19, 2025 — December 6, 2025

Ulrich Museum of Art - Wichita, KS

Press

Help wanted: Wichitans to get personal for upcoming exhibitions

By Amy Geiszler-Jones

Wichita Eagle - June 29, 2025

Getting Personal is really gathering those personal stories and the stories that are related to Wichita so when folks come to the museum, they can see themselves being represented within their walls.

The Ulrich Co-Lab: Getting Personal

KMUW

KMUW is partnering with the Ulrich Museum of Art for "Co-Lab: Getting Personal," a community lending art show..

Ulrich Museum of Art’s Fall exhibitions have common theme

By Amy Geiszler-Jones

Wichita Eagle - August 24, 2025

Over the past several months, members of the community ranging from a retired physician to a retired creative executive and others, have loaned the items that comprise the exhibition.