Join us for the Grand Opening Celebration: November 2nd
Join us for the Grand Opening Celebration: November 2nd
The Arterie is an experiential pathway connecting our city’s creative institutions and beyond. It is a connective, ever-evolving journey that weaves together art, nature, people and places. The Arterie is a living canvas, constantly changing with interactive and visual experiences. It is a place where artists perform, friends gather and creativity thrives. Its approachability invites all to explore, to connect and to experience Kansas City’s Art Museums and Cultural District like never before.
Connecting Kansas City’s Art Museums & Cultural District
Feel the art beat
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
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The Kemper Museum is a leading presenter of contemporary art and ideas in Kansas City, Missouri. Admission is always free, thanks to the generosity of members and other donors.
Wednesday: 10 am–4 pm
Thursday: 10 am–9 pm
Friday-Sunday: 10 am–4 pm
Monday & Tuesday: Closed -
Kansas City's premier destination for those seeking hand-crafted gifts and jewelry, as well as a comprehensive selection of contemporary art books.
Wednesday: 10 am–4 pm
Thursday: 10 am–9 pm
Friday-Sunday: 10 am–4 pm
Monday & Tuesday: Closed -
Oil on Linen is a restaurant by Chef Ted Habiger located inside Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. The menus celebrate Chef Habiger's artful approach.
Wednesday: 10 am–3 pm
Thursday: 10 am–7:45 pm
(Last seating 7:45 pm)
Friday–Sunday: 10 am–3 pm
Kansas City Art Institute
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The KCAI Gallery serves the mission of the Kansas City Art Institute through collaborative, curriculum-based engagements with students, faculty, community and artists in residence.
Wednesday-Sunday: 12 pm–5 pm
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Enjoy KCAI’s very own coffee shop, located next to the main entrance of campus. Café Nerman is one of the campus’ go-to places for coffee, meetings, or study breaks.
Monday-Thursday: 7:30 am–8 pm
Friday: 7:30 am–6 pm
Saturday-Sunday: Closed -
The KCAI Underground is the Art Supply Store, Mailroom, and Print Center of the Kansas City Art Institute. The Underground is open to the public. It is located on the underground level of The Tony Jones Studios.
Monday-Thursday: 8:30 am–7 pm
Friday: 8:30 am–5 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 12 pm–5 pm -
The Emily & Todd Voth Artspace is a bridge that connects campus and the wider Kansas City community, promoting engagement with contemporary art and fostering future generations of artists and creative professionals.
Wednesday-Saturday: 12–5 pm
Tuesday: By appointment
Sunday-Monday: Closed -
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Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
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At the cultural heart of Kansas City, see more than 5,000 years of world-class art. Admission is free every day, for everyone.
Monday: 10am–5pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10am–9pm
Friday: 10am–9pm
Saturday: 10am–5pm
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The Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park, located adjacent to the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, spans 22 acres and showcases a diverse collection of monumental sculptures. Among its most notable features are the four 18-foot-tall Shuttlecocks by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen.
The Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park is free to visit and open from sunrise to sundown.
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In the dramatic style of a 15th-century Italian courtyard, Rozzelle Court Restaurant serves artful cuisine worthy of its glorious setting. Enjoy masterfully crafted signature salads, sandwiches, soups, breads and desserts changed seasonally to utilize the freshest ingredients.
Monday: 11 am–4 pm
Tuesday–Wednesday: Closed
Thursday–Sunday: 11 am–4 pm
Lunch: 11 am–2 pm
Coffee and dessert: 2 pm–4 pm
Friday nights from 5–8 pm in Bloch Lobby. Assorted small plates, beer, wine and mixed drinks -
Thou Mayest offers a modern café featuring coffee, espresso, tea, and pastries to enjoy, located in the Bloch building.
Thursday–Monday: 10 am–5 pm
Tuesday–Wednesday: Closed -
For gifts as unique as our collection, shop the Nelson-Atkins Museum Store in Bloch Lobby during museum hours. Tickets are not required for entry to the store alone.
Saturday–Monday: 10 am–5 pm
Tuesday–Wednesday: Closed
Thursday-Friday: 10 am–9 pm
Find your creative pulse.
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