10 Things to do in Wichita Falls That You Shouldn't Miss

The Wichita Theatre was originally built in 1908, and converted to it's current Art Deco styling in the late '30's. Purchased in 1995 by a local family and restored to it's originally glory, the theatre is now owned and operated by local non profit, 4 Kidz Sake of Wichita Falls. Sporting a state of the art operation, the major Broadway shows produced with local talent have drawn the attention of travelers from across the US. Integrated multi-media with modern special effects, incredible staging and costuming make this facility one of the jewels of Texas. Recently upgraded lobby, restrooms, and concession area make this venue appealing to all who want a warm and welcoming entertainment attraction.

From its beginnings as a local junior college housed in a high school building, Midwestern State has become a university with a campus of 255 acres and 70 buildings offering a wide variety of academic programs in liberal and fine arts, mathematics, sciences, business, and applied sciences.

River Bend Nature Center (RBNC) is a 20 acre, non-profit environmental education facility. River Bend connects people to their natural environment through educational activities, environmental awareness, and conservation examples. Our most popular attractions are the Bryant Edwards Learning Center contains over 100 live exhibits, such as turtles, salamanders, insects, and frogs. There is always plenty to see and observe! The Ruby N. Priddy Butterfly and Nature Conservatory is a one-of-a-kind, state-of-the-art, 7,000 sq. ft. glass structure. It is home to prairie dogs, fish, turtles, and butterflies, and is landscaped with prairie grasses, trees, shrubs, and wildflowers of the Rolling Plains. RBNC has over 17 acres of forest, trails, gardens, and wetlands. Come on out and see River Bend Nature Center, it is truly a special place to explore and learn.

The mission of the Arts Council is to nurture and strengthen the artistic, cultural, and educational quality of the community and surrounding area. We are dedicated to raising awareness in the region through our community art events and venues. The Arts Council is comprised of two historic buildings: The Kemp and The Forum. The buildings are official Texas historical and Wichita Falls landmarks. The Kemp (1300 Lamar Street) was built in 1917 as a public library. In 1998 the derelict building was leased to the Arts Council and currently the building and grounds house 5 gallery exhibit spaces, three classrooms and an auditorium. Guests, patrons and students from across Texas and Oklahoma come to The Kemp and The Forum to enjoy live entertainment and performances, local and national visual arts exhibitions, and outstanding arts education classes.