Pete Armstrong Photography Lecture Series—David Plowden: A Photographer’s Lifelong Devotion to the American Scene

Join us for an evening with Keith F. Davis, renowned curator of photography and art historian. Davis will share insights on David Plowden: By the Wayside, exploring the legacy of a photographer who captured the beauty of midcentury American workers and their vanishing industries.

Friday, May 30
5:30 pm – Bar (cash/credit) opens; exhibition open
6:30 pm – Program begins

About the Pete Armstrong Photography Lecture Series: Edward “Pete” Armstrong (1921-2009) was a respected business and civic leader and talented photographer. A photographic officer during World War II, he pursued his passion for photography throughout his life. After military service, he joined McCormick Armstrong Co. in Wichita and ultimately rose to become chairman of the successful family company. His wife, Mickey Armstrong, and family honor Pete and his lifelong love of photography through endowed support for ongoing talks on photography topics at the Wichita Art Museum.

PRESENTING SPONSOR: Pete Armstrong Photography Lecture Fund
2025 exhibitions and public programs are generously supported by the Downing Foundation.

All museum exhibitions receive generous sponsorship from the Friends of the Wichita Art Museum and the City of Wichita.