Fall Studio Classes at The Nelson for ages 3-15 every Saturday starting September 21st and runs through November 2nd. Groups include Start in Art (ages 3-5), Opposites Attract! (ages 6–7), Printmaking Adventures (ages 8–10), Manga, Comics, and Zines (ages 10-12), Maker Studio: Prints and Manga (ages 13–15). Check The Nelson website for times, tickets, and…
Adult Studio Classes at The Nelson every Saturday. Topics included Reduction Prints, Figures from History, The Art of Gelli Plate Prints, Everyday Objects: Watercolor, Gallery Sketch Class, and Make Waves. Check The Nelson website for times, tickets, and more information.
Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849) is one of the most famous Japanese artists in history, thanks largely to his instantly recognizable print known familiarly as The Great Wave. Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration features roughly 300 works of art, including works from the artist’s own expansive and versatile career as well as hundreds of objects by the generations…
The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that builds community pride and spirit by bringing together shoppers of all ages and interests. For 40 years, vendors have been providing farm-to-table food at the Downtown Overland Park Farmers’ Market. Vendors offer shoppers a wide variety of products including fresh produce, local foods…
Join for the 21st annual Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium Run! Each year, the run features a different threatened animal to help raise awareness and contribute to the Zoo's conservation efforts. This year, the Kansas City Zoo is celebrating adorable sea lions! There are 4-mile and 1-mile races with both in-person and virtual options. It's…
Dream Big Day rallies the community around Children’s Mercy to raise funds to provide healing and hope for patients and their families! Start your fundraising dream team now and get ready to Dream Big on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, in Crown Center Square! Enjoy a morning packed with activities including an optional one-mile walk, games,…
Join Sept 21st from 10am-2:30pm in the Beanstalk Children's Garden for a day of free family fun!
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…
Uncorked: KC is back this Fall with the 9th annual event and a fun new twist! Join Saturday Sept 21st at Union Station + Science City for an evening filled with amazing wines and good times. Sip & swirl over 100 wines & bubblies from across the globe while you enjoy live music and favorite…
An exclusive evening featuring top restaurants, libations, and a live band! It’s a night of dining, imbibing, and jiving under the stars. Get your tickets for Leawood Chamber’s biggest event of the year, A Taste of Leawood! Park Place streets will be closed to make room for top restaurants serving culinary delights and libations al…
