The exhibition Perfectly Imperfect: Cranach, Dürer and the Renaissance Nude will feature a selection of prints and paintings drawn primarily from the collection of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Two significant loans from the Saint Louis Art Museum and the Linda Hall Library will provide a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of these…
Portrait miniatures are intimate tokens of love, loss, allegiance, and affection exchanged between friends. The earliest examples were painted in watercolor on vellum (animal skin). By the 1600s, new techniques of painting enamels facilitated an artist’s ability to paint delicate portraits resembling tiny oil paintings. They offered a robust alternative to watercolor on ivory or…
At the turn of the twentieth century, the circumstances of a changing modern world were visible on the stage of the Paris ballet. Social classes mixed in this public setting, where some of the city’s poorest young women pirouetted across the stage for paying audiences. The dancers’ internationally influenced costumes often reflected larger cultural exchanges.…
Saturdays in October: 3, 10, & 17 Saturdays: October 3, 10, & 17 | 7pm - 9pm Free | No RSVP Required Limited seating available or BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair) Your health and safety is our priority. Park Place follows Johnson Co. gov. orders for all events and strongly encourages everyone to adhere to CDC guidelines. Restaurants and shops are open to…
The West 18th Street Fashion Show has now partnered with Film Society KC in 2020 to produce “Summer in Hindsight,” a feature-length film platforming selected designers through a narrative that explores the creative process during a global pandemic and a cultural revolution. Directed by Peregrine Honig and starring Calvin Arsenia as the lead, the film's…
Popularly known as “The Cat Daddy,” Jackson Galaxy is the host and executive producer of Animal Planet‘s long-running hit show “My Cat From Hell.” Jackson, an animal advocate and cat behavior and wellness expert, is also a two-time New York Times best-selling author with more than 25 years of experience working with cats and their guardians. True…
A happy hour soiree teeming with romance and French music on the lawn overlooking Kansas City’s downtown skyline. This intimate garden gathering will stimulate the senses with fresh air, a cool October breeze, and gorgeous music—the makings of another memorable BAS evening! Bring your own blanket/chair, beverage and picnic!
We’ve all seen a lot of unexpected things pop-up in 2020, but we know you haven’t seen this! A unique online experience is coming your way—and don’t worry, this isn’t a Zoom call! Join us October 23-30 from the comfort of your home, office or favorite cozy spot for our KidsTLC Pop-Up Online Auction! Bidders will get a head start on…
Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more. Vintage Market Days® events are so much more than a flea market. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to display their talents and…
Cruise on in to Boo 'n Brew - a free, family-friendly drive-in concert. Boo-gie with The M80s dance band, be awed by aerial performances by Kansas City Aerial Arts and bring your costumed kiddos to meet their favorite princesses, superheroes and KC Wolf. What to expect: Enjoy the live concert from the drive-in area by sitting in the comfort…
