ABOUT SOMEWHERE WORKS:

Founded in 2024 by the Midtopia Group in Wichita, Kansas, Somewhere Works is something new. It’s an innovative beacon for the city’s creative future. Designed as an open and welcoming hub for artistic expression, learning, and growth, this dynamic membership-driven space is redefining the creative culture of Wichita. Situated at 235 North Emporia Avenue in the heart of the city.

At Somewhere Works, our mission is to cultivate community through music by empowering principled artists and dedicated music workers to thrive. We believe in building a network that not only supports artistic ambition but also fosters collaboration, inspiration, and sustainable success. Join us as we shape the future of Wichita’s music scene and set a new standard for creative community spaces.

Somewhere Works is an initiative of M.E.A.D.O.W. (Music Ecosystems & Artist Development Organization of Wichita), a 501c4 organization, dba Midtopia.

M.E.A.D.O.W. Mission Statement:

To develop a thriving and self-sustaining musical community within and around Wichita, Kansas through the creation of infrastructure, education, and resources focused on musical performance and education, all on a nonprofit basis. In order to help musicians be part of a vibrant musical community outside a major metropolitan area for the benefit of Wichita area residents, the corporation may also support appropriate music recording, production, distribution, artist development, music worker education and training, and music business literacy education, with the overall aim of nonprofit community service.