Hutchinson Public Library

Hutchinson Public Library Hutchinson Public Library’s mission is to inspire learning, cultivate growth, share knowledge, and strengthen our community.

We envision a community in which everyone has a greater sense of self worth.

Pocket Paintings is going back to the Jurassic Period this summer! Our Pocket Paintings Program creates the perfect envi...
06/05/2026

Pocket Paintings is going back to the Jurassic Period this summer!

Our Pocket Paintings Program creates the perfect environment to unwind with a guided art experience that you can make your own, soft music, and great conversation. We also have reading recommendations so you can continue building a creative practice at home!

This month we have two opportunities to paint a folk art inspired Triceratops skull inspired by real discoveries made by paleontologists, great fiction such as Jurassic Park by Michael Chrichton, and the 1994 film of the same name.

Relax, unwind, and get creative at the library! All skill levels are welcome.

Registration is required. Please choose the date that works best for you.

June 10th at 5:30 PM
Register here: https://www.hutchpl.org/event/triceratops-pocket-paintings/

June 24th at 5:30 PM
Register here: https://www.hutchpl.org/event/triceratops-pocket-paintings-2/

This even is intended for adults 18 and up. However, we have a full summer program schedule for children and young adults too! Check out all of our activities on our website www.hutchpl.org

06/04/2026

We can't wait to see all of our friends TOMORROW Friday, June 5th for Summer Celebration in the library parking lot from 9:00-11:30! This event is free, perfect for families with littles, and includes fun games, face painting, bounce houses, refreshments, and Fire/Police/EMS/Bus vehicles to explore!

06/03/2026

Have you wondered why the library is under construction lately?

We are upgrading the Makersapce! Check out this video where Katie and Nathan talk about the exciting new things to come and what it means to have free access to creative technology at your library.

If you love a striking moment, a sense of drama and contrast, bold and defiant color, perhaps this piece is for you! #5:...
06/03/2026

If you love a striking moment, a sense of drama and contrast, bold and defiant color, perhaps this piece is for you!

#5: Ellen Groves, Dance of Fire

Starting at a very young age, Ellen Groves loved painting and drawing. While she predominantly focused on watercolors, she experimented with other mediums, such as this chalk pastel. Although she especially appreciated figure painting, she viewed every moment painting as a gift. Groves lived in Hillsboro, Kansas.

Happy Summer Reading, Hutchinson! Today our 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” begins for readers of all ag...
06/02/2026

Happy Summer Reading, Hutchinson! Today our 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” begins for readers of all ages! Dig into good books, log your reading, and earn some Dino-mite prizes! 🦖📚

Interested in MORE winning opportunities? Complete our 125th Anniversary Reading Challenge— books read in June and July can count for both reading programs.

You can log reading on the Beanstack app— download it today to your device or use the desktop version. https://hutchpl.beanstack.org/reader365

*Paper logs are also available upon request.

Visit www.hutchpl.org to learn more about everything going on this summer at your library!

Do fresh flowers fade too quickly for you? Perhaps this beautiful oil painting would be better! You can bid on it at our...
06/01/2026

Do fresh flowers fade too quickly for you? Perhaps this beautiful oil painting would be better! You can bid on it at our art auction on June 27th.

#22: Ellen Fultz, Spring Things

Born in Missouri and growing up in Wyoming, Ellen Fultz moved constantly throughout the West for her husband's oil field career. These moves gave her the opportunity to study under many significant artists throughout the area. She became a recognized oil painter, especially for her floral compositions. From serving on the Oklahoma Art Director Board to judging art entries at the Wyoming State Fair, she loved participating in the art community.

See more of the works available for sale at https://sites.google.com/hutchpl.org/artauction!

05/30/2026

7th - 12th graders, join us at the library on June 12th for an after-hours event of snacks, mystery, and fun! Every player is assigned a character role, and game cards will guide you through each round of the game. Visit the Young Adult page of our website for more info and to register for this event: https://www.hutchpl.org/young-adults/

One of the pieces from our upcoming art auction will be this beautiful scene created by Maleta Forsberg, a well-known ar...
05/29/2026

One of the pieces from our upcoming art auction will be this beautiful scene created by Maleta Forsberg, a well-known artist from Lindsborg!

#81: Maleta Forsberg, Corn Stalks

Born in Iola, Kansas, Maleta Forsberg made a home and flourishing art career in Lindsborg, Kansas. Although she was always eager to take a class or workshop in art, she was largely self-taught. Besides watercolor, oils, and acrylics, she also designed several stained glass installations for area churches. This painting exemplifies her passion for celebrating local beauty.

Check out the rest of the Library's pieces available for auction on June 27th at https://sites.google.com/hutchpl.org/artauction. Don't forget to take a peek at what the Hutchinson Art Center has in their auction gallery as well!

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901 N. Main
Hutchinson, KS
67501

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