Kansas City Museums

NELSON-ATKINS MUSEUM OF ART > > >
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is internationally recognized for its outstanding collection of more than 33,500 objects. From ancient times to modern day, this encyclopedic museum is one of the best in the country, offering visitors the opportunity to explore civilization through the eyes of painters, sculptors, craftsmen, and many other artists.

KEMPER MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART > > >
The Kemper Museum is a valuable community asset that presents a growing permanent collection, special exhibitions, and community outreach programs to an audience of all ages and levels of interest. The Museum strives to represent artists of diverse genders, nationalities, artistic influences, media, and ethnicity. Admission is always free and the Museum is fully accessible in order to warmly welcome visitors with special needs.


HARRY S. TRUMAN LIBRARY & MUSEUM > > >
The major issues and events of Harry Truman's Presidency are highlighted in this new 10,500-square-foot core exhibition in the presidential gallery. Featuring two decision theaters, enhanced audio and video programs, and new interactive elements, this exhibition forms the centerpiece of the Truman Library's ambitious museum renovation. There is also a lower gallery highlights the personal side of the life of Harry Truman and his family.


ARABIA STEAMBOAT MUSEUM > > >
A visit to this museum is a glimpse into the past. The Arabia's collection reveals details of frontier life seen nowhere else. A museum tour is partially guided, introducting visitors to the Arabia's history an dsinking, with a short video presentation of the remarkable excavation.