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June 2024
Free Weekend Fun: Puzzles, Pattern, and Play
Kansas City, MO 64111 United States
Learn how English ceramic artists from the medieval through the 19th century were inspired by Chinese ceramicists and the new methods they chose to create art. Compare functional versus ornamental vessels. Explore the gallery to see the surprising outcome of their work with the help of Museum Guide Volunteers. This is a Weekly Recurring Event, Runs from Jun 15, 2024 to Sep 29, 2024 and happens every: Saturdays: 1:00pm – 4:00pm Sundays: 1:00pm – 4:00pm Lobby Level, Bloch Building |…
Find out more »July 2024
Tivoli: Songs of Earth
Kansas City, MO 64111 United States
Discover exceptional storytelling, new releases, documentaries, restored classics, foreign and art films at Tivoli. Curated by Jerry Harrington, the Nelson-Atkins is honored to be the home of the beloved theater. Songs of Earth | Thursday, July 25 @ 7 p.m. | Saturday, July 27 @ 2 p.m. Norway’s official selection for the Academy Awards, Songs of Earth is a cinematic symphony. Director Margreth Olin’s 85-year-old father guides us through Norway’s most scenic valley, where he grew up among cultures who…
Find out more »Free Weekend Fun: Puzzles, Pattern, and Play at The Nelson
An event every week that begins at 1:00 PM on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until September 29, 2024
Kansas City, MO 64111 United States
Fun Spot | Lobby Level, Bloch Building | 1–4 p.m. Jump into the world of English ceramics by designing your own custom plate. Gallery Activity | Gallery 112, Nelson-Atkins Building | 1–4 p.m. Learn how English ceramic artists from the medieval through the 19th century were inspired by Chinese ceramicists and the new methods they chose to create art. Compare functional versus ornamental vessels. Explore the gallery to see the surprising outcome of their work with the help of Museum…
Find out more »Cultural Night: Polynesian at Powell Gardens
Kingsville, MO 64061 United States
Celebrate Cultural Night: Polynesian, a signature ticketed event. Kona Winds presents Isles of Polynesia with traditional songs and dances from the South Pacific (7-8 p.m.). The ticketed event includes two drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and performances. Add on a meal ticket and complete your experience with a traditional Hawaiian meal.
Find out more »Free Weekend Fun: Puzzles, Pattern, and Play at The Nelson
An event every week that begins at 1:00 PM on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until September 29, 2024
Kansas City, MO 64111 United States
Fun Spot | Lobby Level, Bloch Building | 1–4 p.m. Jump into the world of English ceramics by designing your own custom plate. Gallery Activity | Gallery 112, Nelson-Atkins Building | 1–4 p.m. Learn how English ceramic artists from the medieval through the 19th century were inspired by Chinese ceramicists and the new methods they chose to create art. Compare functional versus ornamental vessels. Explore the gallery to see the surprising outcome of their work with the help of Museum…
Find out more »August 2024
First Fridays in the Crossroads
An event every month that begins at 1:00 AM on day First of the month, repeating until December 6, 2024
On the First Friday of every month, thousands of residents and visitors fill the Crossroads Arts District in Kansas City to enjoy what has become the City’s most dynamic and popular event: #firstfridayskc. The community comes alive as arts organizations, galleries, studios, and a wide variety of businesses in the district feature local, regional, national, and international artists. Also catch one of the Crossroads’ creative wall murals or visit our exciting new Art Alleys between Baltimore and Wyandotte from 18th…
Find out more »First Friday in West Bottoms
Kansas City, MO 64102 United States
The West Bottoms extends the monthly First Friday celebration through the end of the weekend, bringing food trucks, special happenings and more to the historic district. With the area boasting a staggering selection of shops to wander and a growing roster of entertainment options, you can spend your whole weekend there and still find more to do next time you visit.
Find out more »Book Brick Paint Party
An event every week that begins at 11:00 AM on Saturday, repeating until August 10, 2024
Weston, MO 64098
Create your very own collection of wizarding garden books! We’ll walk you through step-by-step to paint all seven “books” perfect for adorning your garden. This hands-on class is great for beginners as well as craft enthusiasts. Tickets include all materials, instruction, and three wine samples for guests 21+
Find out more »Free Weekend Fun: Puzzles, Pattern, and Play at The Nelson
An event every week that begins at 1:00 PM on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until September 29, 2024
Kansas City, MO 64111 United States
Fun Spot | Lobby Level, Bloch Building | 1–4 p.m. Jump into the world of English ceramics by designing your own custom plate. Gallery Activity | Gallery 112, Nelson-Atkins Building | 1–4 p.m. Learn how English ceramic artists from the medieval through the 19th century were inspired by Chinese ceramicists and the new methods they chose to create art. Compare functional versus ornamental vessels. Explore the gallery to see the surprising outcome of their work with the help of Museum…
Find out more »Cultural Night: Celtic at Powell Gardens
Kingsville, MO 64061 United States
Celebrate Cultural Night: Celtic, a signature ticketed event. To celebrate Celtic culture, enjoy the dances of the Scottish Highlands performed by Heartland Highland Dance (7-8 p.m.). The ticketed event includes two drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and all performances. Round out your experience with a hearty Celtic meal by adding on a dinner ticket.
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