In celebration of Wichita hosting the 2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Championships' First and Second Rounds, “Bouncing through Downtown: Art & Basketball” (“Bouncing through Downtown”) transforms downtown storefronts into dynamic art galleries featuring basketball-inspired installations.

Three local artists have reimagined and recycled basketballs as the core element of their temporary, one-of-a-kind artworks, bringing creativity and energy to the heart of the city. This project, funded by a grant from the City of Wichita, showcases their unique visions following a public call for artists in December 2024.

The installations will be on display from March 15 – April 7, inviting residents and visitors to experience downtown Wichita in an exciting new way during the national tournament.

Congratulations to our artists!

Taylor McQueary
Art Teacher, Wichita West High School
Artwork: "A Game of Growth"
Installation Location: Downtown Wichita, 509 E. Douglas Ave.

Mike Glasscock
Creative Services Manager/Graphic Designer, Goodwill Industries of Kansas
Artwork: “Ballin Wichita Flag” 
Installation Location: 102 N. St. Francis St.

Envision Arts Students and Coordinators
Envision Arts Gallery, an initative of Envision 
Artwork: “Braille in the Paint” 
Installation Location: Envision Arts Gallery, 801 E. Douglas Ave.