Art of the Wish

“If you had a wish for the world, what would it be?”

In 2017, artists Marn Jensen and Andy Newcom spent six months travelling around the country asking adults, ages 80-100, this one question. The diverse backgrounds of senior community members, hospice care residents, and caregivers offered a wide range of beliefs and life experiences. Each response became an inspiration for an original artwork paired with a brief narrative that captures the story behind the wish.

“Art of the Wish” includes photography, sculpture, textiles, encaustic pieces, mixed media, and paintings. Jensen and Newcom hope the exhibit inspires visitors to start simple, meaningful conversations with older adults.

“Art of the Wish” is a program of ExhibitsUSA, a national division of Mid-America Arts Alliance in Kansas City.

The cost of this exhibit is included in the regular museum admission at no extra cost.