Chico Sierra Exhibit at Art at the Center
When
January 25, 2026
All Day
Location
Tomahawk Ridge Community Center
Winter Weather Operations and Closures
The following facilities are closed on Saturday, January 24 and Sunday, January 25 due to inclement weather.
- Matt Ross Community Center
- Tomahawk Ridge Community Center
- Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
- Recycling Center
- Club 27 Restaurant
Snow crews are plowing and treating streets throughout the weekend. Learn more and track the plows on the snow map at opkansas.org/Snow.
Thank you for your patience as we work to keep streets clear and safe.
Art
Art
Overland Park recognizes the importance of public art in creating cultural value, community identity and engaging public spaces.
On this page, learn more about the permanent and temporary art installations in the city and how you can get involved with Overland Park’s public art.
Art at the Center
Art at the Center is a unique not-for-profit gallery space featuring exhibitions by local artists. Shows include artists featured in the City’s permanent collection, local art students and talented artists from Overland Park and beyond.
The gallery is free and open every day at Tomahawk Ridge Community Center.
2026 Exhibits
- January 19-February 22: Chico Sierra
- March 2-April 26: Mike Savage
- May 4-June 7: Jackie Warren
- June 15-July 26: African American Artists Collective Kansas City, curated by Jason Piggie
- August 3-September 27: Bryce Holt
- October 5-November 15: Johnson County Community College Fine Arts Students
- November 23-January 10, 2027: Future of Art High School Students
Current Exhibit: Chico Sierra
January 19-February 22
Visual artist Chico Sierra creates bold, thought-provoking work that blends cultural history, humanism and social justice. Through his art, he encourages viewers to take a fresh look at identity, class and the hidden messages woven into visual language. This exhibition highlights an artist whose work is grounded in storytelling, learning and meaningful connections with the community. You can view this exhibit Jan. 19-Feb. 22, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open.
Upcoming Exhibit
Mike Savage
March 2-April 26
Mike Savage brings years of lived experience and a love of painting to his contemporary impressionist work. For more than two decades, he has captured life’s everyday moments with bold, spontaneous brushstrokes and vibrant color, turning the ordinary into something joyful and energetic. Working mainly in acrylics, he paints intuitively, letting color and movement lead the way. This exhibition invites you to enjoy art that feels welcoming, uplifting and meant for everyone.
LongHouse Community Art Gallery
Join us at the new art gallery inside LongHouse Visitor Center at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. This exciting addition merges the beauty of the natural world with the creativity of fine art. The LongHouse Community Art Gallery is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the gallery is free.
Current Exhibit: Wolf Springs Elementary Fifth-Grade Art Showcase
Experience the imagination and talent of Wolf Springs Elementary’s fifth-grade students as they showcase their paper relief sculptures in this special art exhibit. Each piece reflects the creativity and curiosity that make young artists so inspiring. The art show is free to attend, now through Dec. 31. Admission is required to enter the gardens.
Upcoming Events
Chico Sierra Exhibit at Art at the Center
When
January 26, 2026
All Day
Location
Tomahawk Ridge Community Center
Chico Sierra Exhibit at Art at the Center
When
January 27, 2026
All Day
Location
Tomahawk Ridge Community Center
Virtual Art Tour
There are hundreds of pieces of public art in Overland Park. Some are on loan, in galleries and others are permanent installations you can visit anytime.
Experience these community assets at many facilities and locations throughout the city. You can locate and learn more about each piece of art using the public art map. Then visit the works in person to get the full experience.
Public Art Master Plan
Overland Park’s public art master plan outlines ways the City can provide residents and visitors with beautiful and surprising artistic experiences through permanent installations, temporary placements and seasonal programming.
The public art master plan is an adopted document developed and approved in 2000. It guides purchases, installation and scheduling of public art projects in Overland Park.
Friends of Overland Park Arts
The Friends of Overland Park Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the arts in Overland Park.
As part of the Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park, the group plays a key role in enriching the community through advocacy, fundraising and engagement in local arts initiatives.